Book Beginnings

"The biggest rebellions begin with the smallest steps, and I took my first small step one December morning during study hall."http://rosecityreader.blogspot.com

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SherryGLoag said…
What a great start. it leaves you with so many questions.

Fate Reborn. is my offering this week.
January 30, 2015 at 2:30 AM
JC Jones said…
Well, that leaves me wondering what happened next.
January 30, 2015 at 6:09 AM
Catherine @ Book Club Librarian said…
Great opening line!

My Friday post: http://www.bookclublibrarian.com/2015/01/friday-focus-friday-56-book-beginnings_30.html
January 30, 2015 at 7:07 AM
Laurel-Rain Snow said…
I am definitely curious now! Thanks for sharing and enjoy.

Here's mine: “JUBILEE’S JOURNEY”

January 30, 2015 at 7:31 AM
Sandra Nachlinger said…
Love this opening! I'm wondering what that first small step could be.
My Friday post features A DARK & STORMY KNIGHT.
January 30, 2015 at 10:46 AM
Tea said…
Glad all of you like it or are intrigued. Thanks for stopping by.
January 30, 2015 at 2:51 PM
Katherine P said…
Fabulous beginning! So many questions about what exactly she's rebelling against and why study hall. Sounds like an interesting read!
January 30, 2015 at 3:43 PM
Elizabeth said…
Study Halls are good places to take a small step. :)

When I was in school, we were not allowed to move in study hall, though. :)

ENJOY the book and your reading week.

Elizabeth
Silver's Reviews
My Book Beginnings
February 1, 2015 at 5:17 PM
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