Emmett
June 12, 1954 - The drive from Saline to Morgan was three hours, and for much of it, Emmett hadn't said a word. For the first sixty miles or so, Warden Williams had made an effort at friendly conversation.He told a few stories about his childhood back East and asked a few questions about Emmett's on the farm. But this was the last they'd be together, and Emmett didn't see much sense in going into all of that now. So when they crossed the border from Kansas into Nebraska and the warden turned on the radio, Emmett stared out the window at the prairie, keeping his thoughts to himself.
The Lincoln Highway by Amor Towles
Narrated by Edoardo Ballerini, Marin Ireland, Dion Graham
And so begins my first book of the year...
This is my third novel by Amor Towles. After loving Rules of Civility and A Gentleman in Moscow, my expectations are high. I have the audiobook and my daughter left her print copy here after Christmas, so this will be another read/listen combination. I'm just over 100 pages in and enjoying it so far.
Have you read Amor Towles?
Tuesday Intros is hosted by Yvonne at Socrates Book Reviews.
I love this author and his two previous books. I'm looking forward to starting his latest, hopefully soon. Enjoy the reading/listening experience!
ReplyDeleteCatherine - It's very good so far!
DeleteI have been seeing this book everywhere! Must check it out. Thanks for sharing...and for visiting my blog.
ReplyDeleteLaurel-Rain Snow - It does seem to be very popular right now. My daughter enjoyed it, but wants me to finish quickly so I can discuss the ending with her.
DeleteI haven't read this author. The book looks interesting.
ReplyDeleteYvonne - Rules of Civility is my favorite of his books.
DeleteI have read and loved Rules of Civility and A Gentleman in Moscow. I can't wait to start reading this new release by Towles. I bought my husband a copy for Christmas, so I'll have to wait until his read it. ;)
ReplyDeleteLes - I loved Rules of Civility, though don't remember much about the story. I still think of The Count of time to time, too. Towles is such a good writer. Hope Rod reads it soon! ;-)
DeleteI haven't read any of his books. I love when I find an author and love every book they write!
ReplyDeleteVicki - Isn't it the best when you find an author like that?! Quite a few of my favorites published books in 2021... which is why I'm having such a hard time making my list of favorites!
DeleteYes, a very good story . Lots of twists and turns,
ReplyDeletePam - Glad to know you enjoyed it... quite an adventure so far!
DeleteI enjoyed the (2) previous books by Towles as well. I purchased the print and have the audio but, maybe not until February for me. Hope it is a winner.
ReplyDeleteDiane - I hope so, too. My daughter is anxious to talk about the end with me, so she wants me to read quickly!
DeleteI have only read Gentleman in Moscow and liked it, but didn't love it as so many others did. I hope this one is a winner
ReplyDeleteHelen - The Count was such a memorable character, but I preferred Rules of Civility.
DeleteI haven’t yet, but I intend to eventually
ReplyDeleteShelleyrae - It's go so far and I'm enjoying the writing.
DeleteI liked the characters and the plot in Lincoln Highway, though I think Gentleman in Moscow will always be my favorite from this author.
ReplyDeleteDeb - It's been a couple of years and I still think about The Count. What a great character!
DeleteI still haven't read Towles despite his ever increasing fame and popularity. I have a brand spanking new copy of The Lincoln Highway on the credenza right behind me, though, so soon I hope to experience him for myself.
ReplyDeleteSam - Towles worked in finance in NYC until Rules of Civility became such a big hit. That novel remains my favorite... I think editors have been more hands off in his later two novels. He sure can write though!
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