〰️Beth〰️’s Comments (group member since Dec 10, 2021)

〰️Beth〰️’s comments from the On The Same Page group.

Rhonda wrote: "I finished . I didn't connect with any of the characters, so it was hard to stay engaged with the book. None of the characters were well developed and frequently..."

It is always disappointing when you can not connect with any character then throw in poor plot development, yikes. I don’t know if I could have braved it out to the end.

Hey numbers are off.

NEXT POST SHOULD BE 1613

Not on my original list for the month but just finished so posting it. Lime is hard to find color, lol.
Interesting novella based on an Argentinian 19th century epic poem. 3 stars but think I missed some of the social commentary because I am not familiar with the original poem or Argentinian history. I can still see why it was on the Booker list 2020 because of the wonderful descriptive writing.

1596. Black Ink: Part III
1597. Faces on the Tip of My Tongue
1598. Never Less Than a Lady
1599. Nowhere Near Respectable
1600. No Longer a Gentleman
1601. Loving a Lost Lord
1602. Sometimes a Rogue
1603. Not Quite a Wife
1604. Not Always a Saint
1605. The Adventures of China Iron

Two please.
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Joy D wrote: "Finished my 3rd of 3 for September - a new favorite!
The Gift of Rain by Tan Twan Eng - 5* - My Review

I got done earlier than usual. It was a great month - thank..."

So glad you liked your picks. Definitely bumping The Gift of Rain up to my priority TBR.

Bonnie wrote: "〰️Beth〰️ wrote: "Bonnie wrote: "I am tempted....."

I got it either free or less than a dollar on kindle years ago. I have no idea how it’s done but I have seen others mentioning borrowing others k..."

Well I hope you enjoy it when you get it. There are 11 books that I know of so someone is enjoying the series.

Bonnie wrote: "I am tempted....."

I got it either free or less than a dollar on kindle years ago. I have no idea how it’s done but I have seen others mentioning borrowing others kindle books. If you have a kindle and know the process I will gladly transfer it to you.

Short#4 Faces on the Tip of My Tongue by Emmanuelle Pagano. 4 stars

This has been collecting dust on my TBR since it was long listed for Booker a few years ago. Nicely written collection of interlocking stories set in rural France.

1568. Nettle & Bone
1569.The Son of the House
1570. Vixen in Velvet
1571. Black Ink
1572. Black Ink: Part II
1573. The Salvage Crew
1574. Love
1575. Pollak's Arm
1576. Masters of the Broken Watches
1577. Let's Get Textual

Thanks for the suggestions.

Not really my genre but I have been meaning to add more in my reading. Could anyone suggest some good books to start with?

I have read somethings in the past where horror was tagged, but not necessarily the main tag. I am interested in good plots and characters the level of horror is subjective but willing to try mild to major horror and thrillers.

Also I have never read Stephen King and have no idea which of his books would be good for a newbie dipping her toes into the pool of blood….so suggestions with his work would also be great.

Finished 3.5 stars

Enjoyable like a summer blockbuster action film. Misfit band of scientists brought together to make extraordinary finds and then be chased by governments who want to control the information. Suspense belief and just enjoy the ride.

Karen wrote: "Looking back at what I have read so far, I have to say that I need to read more plays and I like reading essays. Some of the essay collections on my list have been my favorites reads for the entire..."

This challenge has shown me that plays are not my thing. I will eventually try a few more but I have found some great short stories, essays and poetry.

Lance wrote: "Figured this one was going to take me awhile, but I didn't think THIS long - . It was very good and I enjoyed reading it, but I thi..."

Wow that really is a door stopper biography! Very interesting man and a life full of struggles.

Lillie wrote: "Between the heat here and the loss of our second dog, it's been a tough couple of weeks. I've managed to read 3 books in the last 2 weeks. I have 5 print books from the library waiting as well as 4..."

The loss of your dog is heartbreaking. Mine are like my children…geriatric children, but children all the same.

Sad to hear it’s been a tough few weeks.

Lillie wrote: "Thanks everyone, haven't been on here due to the heatwave we're having. Yesterday we hit 108°F/42°C and the day before we hit 113°F/45°C 🥵

Even though I felt I hadn't read a lot during August, I g..."

Wow, stay hydrated! Hope you get a cool front soon.

Alissa wrote: "List #1 I didn't forget about you! =) Started "

LOL you are smashing these challenges!

🎉Congratulations Dee🎉