Heat and King Arthur

Wow... it is hot. The only thing to do is stay inside and read... Or bake. I don't know why I tend to fire up the oven when it is 100 degress outside. Anyway, the bread dough rises nicely and quickly outside on the porch. I tried a new recipe--- Jalapeno Bread. It was good and spicy--- While the boys eat it just as is, I think it would make for a good grilled cheese sandwich.

So the book I finished yesterday was The Book of Mordred by Vivian Vande Velde. I like her books and think they are great for the MS or HS student. This was no exception. It follows Kiera a child who has magical abilities and thus is a target for those who wish to use her powers. Kiera's is stolen away as a child and who comes to her mother's rescue to help find the child--- a young Mordred. THis sets in motion a relationship that will continue through the years. THere are battle scenes, magic, suspense, as well as a bit of mystery thrown in with the adventure. At 342 pages it is not for your reluctant readers, but those who devour Arthurian legends will find this a welcome addition to the genre.

So what's next.... Paranoid Park-- Very interesting. Stay cool!