Deserted Island Book Tag

I thought it would be fun to create a book tag this morning, and as we are all awaiting lovely Summer to make her appearance, I figured one that might remind of us some warm sun would be appropriate! So here we go...

1. Sand. Shore sands seem to get everywhere, even in places you wouldn't want, leaving that uncomfortable irritating feeling. What book have you read that has left you uncomfortable, whether you finished the book or not?

People of the Longhouse, by W. Michael Gear and Kathleen O'Neal Gear. I have been wanting to read this series for a very long time, and at one point finally picked up one to start with. This specific one has some detailed scenes with men raping young girls. I cannot take reading things like that, so it was quickly set aside and sold back to the bookstore.

 

2. Sun. The summer sun always feels so warm and cozy on your skin. What book have you read that made you feel warm and cozy?

 

Moby Dick, by Herman Melville. This, again, is a book I did not finish, as my copy was terrible and printed too close into the binding of the book. It eventually became too difficult to read and had to set it aside. I have yet to replace it with a better one, but I always remember the beginning chunk of this book, and how the author describes the town during the winter months. For some reason, curled up in bed during the winter reading that wonderful writing describing the cold, made me feel warm and cozy. But then again, I've lived in Alaska and find that beautiful.

 

3. Food. I'd imagine that it can be tough finding food on a deserted island, making what you do find to eat all the more appreciated, fulfilling, and life sustaining. What book have you read that you found to be fulfilling or life sustaining?

 

My Antonia, by Willa Cather. I listened to an audiobook of this story while I was going through a really hard time in my life, and Antonia was a bit of a life saver.

 

4. Change. Obviously, being stranded on a desert island would be life changing. What book have you read that changed your life?

 

The Secret Magdalene by Ki Longfellow. This book changed my life in a sense that it opened my eyes to fully understanding that I needed to question what was right for me in terms of my own spirituality, and that it was okay for me to stray from where I was to walk my own path. I have been much rewarded in my life since.

 

5. Sea. If you were stranded on a deserted island, you would literally be surrounded by the waters of the sea. What book have you read that reminds you of the ocean whenever you read or think about it?

 

Grayson, by Lynne Cox. This is a short little book that is so sweet, and based off a true story. Love it!

 

6. Magic. To me, the ocean is filled with magic and wonder. We all know tales of mermaids, pirates, the kraken, selkies, and many more. What book have you read that fills you with the magic of the ocean?

 

The Eyes of the Amaryllis, by Natalie Babbitt. This is a very short book, intended for a much younger audience, but I absolutely love it. It is filled with family, lost love, death, ghosts, treasures, and magic! It is definitely a fun read.

 

7. Comfort. The age old question, if you were deserted on an island, what book would you want to have with you to provide comfort?

I will have to say, this would probably change for me from time to time, depending on what my life is like. Today, I will say Le Morte D'Arthur: King Arthur and the Legends of the Round Table, by Sir Thomas Mallory and translated by Keith Baines. I have yet to read this book, but I have been a bit in love with these tales since watching the Merlin TV show, and have a feeling that I will really love this book, and all that relate to King Arthur.

 

How about you? What books have you read that fit these seven categories? I would love to read about it! If you do this tag on your blog, please leave a link to credit me in your post, and please leave a link to your blog post in the comments so I can check it out! Here is an easy copy/paste for you:

 

Deserted Island Book Tag

1. Sand. Shore sands seem to get everywhere, even in places you wouldn't want, leaving that uncomfortable irritating feeling. What book have you read that has left you uncomfortable, whether you finished the book or not?

2. Sun. The summer sun always feels so warm and cozy on your skin. What book have you read that made you feel warm and cozy?

3. Food. I'd imagine that it can be tough finding food on a deserted island, making what you do find to eat all the more appreciated, fulfilling, and life sustaining. What book have you read that you found to be fulfilling or life sustaining?

4. Change. Obviously, being stranded on a desert island would be life changing. What book have you read that changed your life?

5. Sea. If you were stranded on a deserted island, you would literally be surrounded by the waters of the sea. What book have you read that reminds you of the ocean whenever you read or think about it?

6. Magic. To me, the ocean is filled with magic and wonder. We all know tales of mermaids, pirates, the kraken, selkies, and many more. What book have you read that fills you with the magic of the ocean?

7. Comfort. The age old question, if you were deserted on an island, what book would you want to have with you to provide comfort?