RWL’s Comments (group member since Oct 25, 2013)

RWL’s comments from the Region of Waterloo Library group.

Those sound great and I'll add them to our reading list! Does the library own "Wake Up, Dormouse, Santa Claus is here?"

Since most of us have to travel at this time of the year, we've picked books that are available at the library as either audiobooks or Playaways. That way you can listen while you drive!

What is your favorite book to read at this time of the year? Why?

Thanks for the feedback!

This topic doesn't seem to be generating much conversation. Do you usually avoid books about military conflict? Why?

The year 2014 marks the 100th anniversary of the start of World War I. The Great War was to be the war to end all wars. Unfortunately, that didn't turn out to be true.

This month we are going to look at novels that touch on the events of WWI. Please recommend any titles you feel others should read on this topic.

Which film do you consider to be the best or worst adaptation of chilling novel?

Do you think that these materials can be harmful to people or society as a whole? Are there any benefits?

We've all heard the argument that violent, or disturbing books/movies/games can cause people to act out violently. Do you think that is true? Can chilling literature kill?

Leanne wrote: "The Sparrow by Mary Doria Russell. I found it hard to put down, although it certainly had its horrifying moments. I read it for a course, otherwise I probably never would have picked it up. It real..."

This sounds like an amazing, and possibly uncomfortable story. It also sounds very relevant to us right now as the world becomes increasing interwoven due to improved technology, business, and politics.

Why do you think people are compelled to read disturbing books?

Christine wrote: "Rebecca is a classic about a young woman who meets a rich, widowed man in the south of France. They marry for practical reasons and return to his mansion in England. She finds she can't escape the ..."

That sounds like a compelling read! I've added it to the list. Hopefully, someone checks it out this month and shares their thoughts.

YZ wrote: ""Gone girl" by Gillian Flynn. Will the movie do it justice? I ended up reading her other 2 books and both "Sharp objects" and "Dark places" dragged me in, and then down. But I couldn't stop readin..."

Of the three books, which drew you in the most? Are they all stand alone books or are they linked?

Christine wrote: "Rebecca by Daphne du Maurier. It was chill inducing"

Can you give us a quick idea of what the book was about without giving away too much? What makes it a worthwhile read?

Chilling reads don't necessarily have to be horror novels. Rather, they are books that left your blood running cold when you were done. It doesn't matter if they are fiction or non-fiction.

This month suggest a title that evoked a strong reaction in you when you read it.

Here are some words that should come to mind when recommending a title:

Chilling, disturbing, frightening, thought-provoking, shudder-inducing, astonishing, eerie, terrifying, alarming, troubling, foreboding.

Did you go to an OBOC Reading? What are your thoughts about the event?

RWL wrote: "Heather wrote: "I really enjoyed the book. it took me right back to Niagara Falls, I grew up in St. Catharines and have been to Niagara Falls hundreds of times. It also matched up of what I knew ..."

Thank you for sharing your experiences with the Falls. I can see how it would give you a special connection to the book.

Heather wrote: "I really enjoyed the book. it took me right back to Niagara Falls, I grew up in St. Catharines and have been to Niagara Falls hundreds of times. It also matched up of what I knew of the history o..."

Do you think your knowledge of the area affected how you experienced the book? How do you think it would change for people who didn't grow up in that area?

Christine wrote: "That's awesome, Heather! Have you read it? It's on my to read list. I saw that she will also skype into book clubs to discuss her books, if it works in her schedule."

That is really neat that she will talk to actual book clubs. The library actually as The Day the Falls Stood Still as a Book Club in a Bag set.

Christine wrote: "I'm not one for meeting famous people. I'd like to have my copy of Painted Girls signed by Cathy Buchanan but to think of who I'd like to meet to talk with, the 1st person that came to mind was Kha..."

Do you have any books by Michael Ondaatje or Margaret Atwood that you would recommend?