The Lady of Milkweed Manor by Julie Klassen. Recommended by Jennifer at 5 Minutes for Mom. I missed this review the first time around, but Lauren reviewed a second book, The Apothecary’s Daughter, by Julie Klassen, and I found myself wanting to read both books.

Mrs. ‘Arris Goes To Paris by Paul Gallico. Recommended by Book Psmith. I saw the movie version of this book a long time ago, and I remember it fondly. Now I think it might be fun to read the book, and possibly its sequels, too.

Alphabet Juice by Roy Blount, Jr. Recommended by MB at A Glass of Blessings. ‘Cause I’m needing something funny.

Bone by Bone by Carol O’Connor. Recommended at Random Wonder. ‘Cause I also like a mystery with well-developed characters.

Soldier’s Heart: Reading Literature Through Peace and War at West Point by Elizabeth D. Samet. Also recommended at Random Wonder. I’ve read about this book elsewhere and thought it might be worth a try. But I was afraid of a condescending attitude on the part of the author in regard to the young soldiers she taught. This review says Ms. Samet has a “clear, yet poignant, writing style and respectful even-handed look at the soldiers themselves.” I’m intrigued.

Graceling by Kristin Cashore. Recommended by Darla D at Books and Other Thoughts. I have this book waiting for me on the hold shelf at the library because it’s a Cybils finalist. I am further encouraged to go pick it up.

The Other Side of the Bridge by Mary Lawson. Recommended at Small World Reads.

The Element: How Finding Your Passion Changes Everything by Ken Robinson PhD with Lou Aronica. Recommended by Christine MM at The Thinking Mother. I’m not into self-helpy stuff, but this one sounds worth a try.

WHOA! I could probably find a few more books I’d like to try, but eight is enough. Actually, added to the rest of my TBR list, it’s probably way too many.