Rite of Fancy

  A short summary of Whiskey in a Teacup: How Reese lives her life, and where she got the gumption to do it. My favorite Reese Witherspoon quote from the book: "Life has many different chapters, and every chapter deserves celebrations." Questions to ponder while reading the book: Do you like biscuits? Have you ever used hot rollers? My review of the book: FUN! FUN! FUN! A modern look at maintaining traditions. She would be awesome to have a glass of iced tea with. ****** ********************************* a.d. elliott is a wanderer, photographer, and storyteller living in Salem, Virginia.  In addition to her travel writings at  www.takethebackroads.com , you can also read her book reviews at  www.riteoffancy.com  and US military biographies at  www.everydaypatriot.com Her online photography gallery can be found at  shop.takethebackroads.com #TaketheBackRoads Like my page? Please consider supporting my work by visiting my sponsors and  webshop ...

  A short summary of Kateri: The story of the Native American Saint Kateri Tekakwitha. My favorite quote by St. Kateri Tekakwitha: "I am not my own; I have given myself to Jesus." Questions to ponder while reading: What do you feel called to do? What have you suffered? My review of the book: A great look into the life of a newly canonized saint. Lots of inspiration. Lots to think about. ****** ********************************* a.d. elliott is a wanderer, photographer, and storyteller living in Salem, Virginia.  In addition to her travel writings at  www.takethebackroads.com , you can also read her book reviews at  www.riteoffancy.com  and US military biographies at  www.everydaypatriot.com Her online photography gallery can be found at  shop.takethebackroads.com #TaketheBackRoads Like my page? Please consider supporting my work by visiting my sponsors and  webshop  or buying me a cup of coffee!

  A short summary of Born Standing Up: The story of a stand-up comedian. My favorite Steve Martin Quote from the book: "Thankfully, perseverance is a great substitute for talent." Questions to ponder while reading the book: Do you enjoy the ridiculous? What dreams have you followed? My review of the book: One of the funnest biographical reads, ever. Full of behind-the-scenes things. I love Steve Martin's take on life, love, and the pursuit of happiness. ****** ********************************* a.d. elliott is a wanderer, photographer, and storyteller living in Salem, Virginia.  In addition to her travel writings at  www.takethebackroads.com , you can also read her book reviews at  www.riteoffancy.com  and US military biographies at  www.everydaypatriot.com Her online photography gallery can be found at  shop.takethebackroads.com #TaketheBackRoads Like my page? Please consider supporting my work by visiting my sponsors and  webshop  or buying ...

  A short summary of Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald: Newt searches Paris for Credence, meets Nagini, and discovers Grindelwald's nefarious plans. My favorite J.K. Rowling quote from the book: "The disapproval of cowards in praise to the brave." Questions to ponder while reading: Is it ever ok to do the wrong thing for the right reasons? Have you ever done something you regret? My review of the book: Another great story by the great J.K. Rowling. A fun, thrilling read.  Ties up several of the loose ends in other books. ****** ********************************* a.d. elliott is a wanderer, photographer, and storyteller living in Salem, Virginia.  In addition to her travel writings at  www.takethebackroads.com , you can also read her book reviews at  www.riteoffancy.com  and US military biographies at  www.everydaypatriot.com Her online photography gallery can be found at  shop.takethebackroads.com #TaketheBackRoads Like my page? Please co...

  A short summary of The Peripheral: Flynne and Wilf's futuristic murder mystery with time-bending implications. My favorite William Gibson quote from the book: "It's how you behave makes the difference." Questions to ponder while reading: Have you ever wondered what the future holds? Do you like to play video games? My review of the book: An interesting take on a dystopian future. Lots of twists and turns. Quite unlike the Amazon show, although the characters are the same. ****** ********************************* a.d. elliott is a wanderer, photographer, and storyteller living in Salem, Virginia.  In addition to her travel writings at  www.takethebackroads.com , you can also read her book reviews at  www.riteoffancy.com  and US military biographies at  www.everydaypatriot.com Her online photography gallery can be found at  shop.takethebackroads.com #TaketheBackRoads Like my page? Please consider supporting my work by visiting my sponsors and  web...

  A short summary of The Saints of Swallow Hill: Ray's tale of turpentine and tragedy. My favorite Donna Everhart quote from the book: "A life is a life, you know?" Questions to ponder while reading the book: What would you do for someone you loved? Have you ever pretended to be something you're not? My review of the book: A heartbreaking tale with a happy ending. Engaging story. The turpentine business sounds horrible. ****** ********************************* a.d. elliott is a wanderer, photographer, and storyteller living in Salem, Virginia.  In addition to her travel writings at  www.takethebackroads.com , you can also read her book reviews at  www.riteoffancy.com  and US military biographies at  www.everydaypatriot.com Her online photography gallery can be found at  shop.takethebackroads.com #TaketheBackRoads Like my page? Please consider supporting my work by visiting my sponsors and  webshop  or buying me a cup of coffee!

  A short summary of The Stroke of Winter: A chef's encounter with a haunted past during a historic home renovation. My favorite Wendy Webb quote from the book: "It was all too easy to take a thing for granted, even something beautiful, when you lived with it every day." Questions to ponder while reading The Stroke of Winter: Do you know all of your family's secrets? Are you afraid of the past? My review of the book: A fun haunted house story. I loved the food! I loved the dogs! ****** ********************************* a.d. elliott is a wanderer, photographer, and storyteller living in Salem, Virginia.  In addition to her travel writings at  www.takethebackroads.com , you can also read her book reviews at  www.riteoffancy.com  and US military biographies at  www.everydaypatriot.com Her online photography gallery can be found at  shop.takethebackroads.com #TaketheBackRoads Like my page? Please consider supporting my work by visiting my sponsors and...

  A short summary of Killing Jesus: The historical and political why behind the death of Jesus of Nazareth. My favorite Bill O'Reilly quote from the book: "The need to dig deeper into the meaning of God overwhelms every other consideration." Questions to ponder while reading Killing Jesus: Should religion and politics ever mix? Should capital punishment exist for people who follow the Ten Commandments? My review of the book: A good historical overview of the time period. Clarified a lot of political intrigues. A non-religious look into a religious society. ****** ********************************* a.d. elliott is a wanderer, photographer, and storyteller living in Salem, Virginia.  In addition to her travel writings at  www.takethebackroads.com , you can also read her book reviews at  www.riteoffancy.com  and US military biographies at  www.everydaypatriot.com Her online photography gallery can be found at  shop.takethebackroads.com #TaketheBackRoads Li...