Book Review: With Every Breath

With Every Breath
Elizabeth Camden
Bethany House Publishers


Ever since they were young, Trevor and Kate have lived up to their competitive spirits which often left them competing against each other. Despite going different directions as young adults, both embrace life with a passion and the same commitment that often kept them on opposite sides. Years later, Kate finds herself in the employment of none other than the boy who used to drive her crazy. Except Trevor is no longer a young boy, but a man on a mission to save lives.

Trevor is dedicated to finding a cure for tuberculosis. Desperate for help in recording his research, he hires the one person tough enough and driven enough for the job: Kate. When the situation becomes dangerous, and Trevor becomes targeted by someone out to ruin his research, the two will have to work together to protect their lives and relationship.

I loved this book. It didn't catch me immediately, but slowly took me by the hand and led me down an adventurous journey. I became hooked, and could not wait to see what mysteries Trevor was hiding. It takes a lot to surprise me, but that's exactly what Camden did. I also appreciate books that become informational, and the topic of tuberculosis was introduced and discussed in a way that made sense for a fictional novel. I was able to learn about the disease, but Camden made it flow well with the story and not seem out of place. I will be "holding my breath" in anticipation of Camden's next novel.

I recieved a free copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for an honest review.

Take your 10 minutes

Is it ironic that library school has resulted in less time to read? Or at least, read what I WANT to read rather than just what I should read.

Long ago, I used to have a pretty good routine. I would make sure that I read for a minimum of at least 10 minutes before going to bed. However, those measly 10 minutes were lost as the craziness of life stepped in and overtook that small amount of time.

As librarians, we often emphasize the importance of daily reading, even just 10 minutes, especially to younger readers. But the problem is, we often forget as adults just how impactful those 10 minutes can be to us! Just as we teach our youth the importance of everyday exposure to reading, we should also be embracing that time to enrich our own lives.

So, take 10 minutes. Maybe it's in the morning with your coffee. Maybe it's alongside your children as they read. Or maybe it's that late night, cherished 10 minutes when the rest of the world has already embraced slumber.

Whatever it is, just do it.