I’ve never been one to share what I’m reading on social media, yet friends and acquaintances still frequently ask me what I’m reading.
I read between one and three books at any given time. I also walk every evening in my neighborhood and prefer audiobooks over podcasts. Accordingly, my reading is refreshed regularly.
What I’m Reading
I stumbled upon the movie The Bank of Dave last year. I enjoyed this heartwarming story of a successful business owner who defied the UK banking establishment to start his bank for borrowers being shunned by bigger institutions. It has a great beginning, middle, and perfect ending.
I was curious if there was a book about this story. Sure enough, I found it. So far, so good.
Can one man take on the banking giants and make a real difference to local businesses and his community? Dave Fishwick certainly hopes so.
What I’m Listening To
I’m listening to my second Ken Follett book, A Dangerous Fortune. The story is set in the late Victorian age of England, and the protagonist is Hugh Pilaster, an idealistic and easy-to-root-for up and coming banker in his dysfunctional family’s financial institution.
Murder, betrayal, illicit relationships, bad banking decisions, and an unquenchable lust for power are just a few of the ingredients in this book that’s hard to stop after each listening session. Yet, there’s one thing I dislike about Follett’s stories. You’ll have to ask me in person.
In 1866, tragedy strikes the exclusive Windfield School when a young student drowns in a mysterious accident. His death and its aftermath initiate a spiraling circle of treachery that will span three decades and entwine many lives.
Your turn. I’m always interested in what you are reading. Drop me a line on LinkedIn.
This journal notebook is designed to give you all the necessary writing space. It includes 256 page numbers and a 3-page blank table of contents. You can jot down important notes from various pages and note them in the front of the book for easy and fast reference.
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