Bill’s Comments (group member since Nov 30, 2021)

Bill’s comments from the On The Same Page group.

Finished my 2nd book, a collection of essays, A Time to Keep Silence by Patrick Leigh Fermor 4.5 stars

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My review of A Time to Keep Silence by Patrick Leigh Fermor 4.5 stars

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A bit of Canadian indigenous dystopia next with The Marrow Thieves by Cherie Dimaline

Karol wrote: "From my "Priority Reads" challenge:

Maisie Dobbs, by Jacqueline Winspear

I absolutely loved reading this book, despite the straightforward presentation of the harsh re..."

I've read a couple in this series and enjoyed them both. I need to get back to it.

I have to read the next Chronicles of St Mary's. It's such a great time travel series.

I love your review of Imperfect Bliss.. LOL.. Good luck with the rest of your March selections.

275. A Time to Keep Silence

271. Alabaster: Wolves

My review of an interesting graphic novel, Alabaster: Wolves by Caitlín R. Kiernan (ahem.... Alondra) 3.5 stars

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Ioana wrote: "Bill wrote: "My review of On Book Banning: Or, How the New Censorship Consensus Trivializes Art and Undermines Democracy by Ira Wells 4.5 stars

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I think my local book store owner bought it at a book fair she attended. I hope it's released more widely.

Such a sad story. RIP Gene and his wife.

Started my 2nd tome, The White Russian by Tom Bradby 551 pages

The White Russian by Tom Bradby

My review of Doppelganger: A Trip into the Mirror World by Naomi Klein. I didn't finish so No Rating. It's well - written and very topical, just got too depressed being down the propaganda rabbit hole.

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Next in line a good old mystery set in Russia, The White Russian by Tom Bradby

Lillie wrote: "Bill wrote: "7. The Blackhouse by Peter May the first book in the Fin McLeod, Lewis trilogy. I've had it for awhile and am glad I finally read it. 4.0 stars"

Great February reading month! I'm glad..."

Now that I've tried one, I'm sure I'll keep going.

I think that's where teachers (& librarians?) need to be given the tools to discuss books that cover tough topics. Simply banning them to keep kids blind to them doesn't educate kids or help their understanding. Or protect the for that matter. But it seems to be the typical AMC TV attitude; you can't swear or show sex but violence to the nth degree is quite acceptable.

Michelle wrote: "Bill wrote: "My review of On Book Banning: Or, How the New Censorship Consensus Trivializes Art and Undermines Democracy by Ira Wells 4.5 stars

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Maybe they'll order it for you?

6. A book you bought because it was a new release. On Book Banning: Or, How the New Censorship Consensus Trivializes Art and Undermines Democracy by Ira Wells (2025) 4.5 stars

My review of On Book Banning: Or, How the New Censorship Consensus Trivializes Art and Undermines Democracy by Ira Wells 4.5 stars

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Next book is a dusty one, A Series of Murders by Simon Brett (Charles Paris #13)

224. On Book Banning: Or, How the New Censorship Consensus Trivializes Art and Undermines Democracy

Lea wrote: "Great update, Bill! You are reading a lot of series books...I always want to start a new series after reading your threads. :-)"

Then you definitely should, Lea.. 👍😁

Alondra wrote: "Bill wrote: "End February 2025 Reading Update
It's been a very satisfactory month. Since mid Feb, I've completed 7 more books for a total of 13 books for the month. My yearly total so far is 24 boo..."

Thanks, Alondra. It's so unfortunate that some series sort of sink to the bottom of the pile. I'm glad to get back to them as well.