Rick-Founder JM CM BOOK CLUB ’s Comments (group member since Oct 06, 2009)

Rick-Founder JM CM BOOK CLUB ’s comments from the THE JAMES MASON COMMUNITY BOOK CLUB group.

Erich wrote: "Never say to judge a book by its cover, you may be wrong. After just returning from Algeria, have time on my hands I stopped at Chapters to buy a book.
"The longest Ride' on the cover a pickup, a ..."

very interesting Erich..I loved The Notebook (well the film anyway) I never thought Sparks was an author I would like..but willing to give him a try now

Melissa wrote: "Rick wrote: "I went to see Gravity in IMAX..what a splendid experience..while not much on plot and characters..the visuals were stunning..I actually appreciated that the film focussed on just a few..."

Melissa..it really is a terrific visual experience..nothing real deep..but a good time and worth the price of admission. I hesitate to see most films now, as they come on dvd pretty quickly, and to see a standard film in the theatre from $15-20 (tix,popcorn)..I can buy the film for the same price a few months later!

KOMET wrote: "I saw "DIANA" yesterday, in which I think Naomi Watts gave a creditable, affecting performance as the late Princess Diana. Most of the storyline and the era in which the movie was set (1995-97) ..."

Wow..I did not know that there was a film on Diana..is it an indie film?

Ruby wrote: "I recently saw John Ford's movie on God's Little Acre and it is wonderful. I highly recommend it."

Was that the one with Robert Ryan?

Christopher wrote: "I'm reading Rise and Fall of the Third Reich, by William Shirer. I've been meaning to read this book for years, but never got around to it. Could kick myself. Excellent writing. Fascinating look at..."

I have always wanted to read that classic as well. An enormous undertaking. Both in time and emotion

I am about 1/3 through ..and wow..I love this classic novel!!

Emily wrote: "I am reading 1Q84 by Haruki Murakami for my book club."

He is a writer I have heard so much about yet never read..what is his genre? Haruki Murakami

I went to see Gravity in IMAX..what a splendid experience..while not much on plot and characters..the visuals were stunning..I actually appreciated that the film focussed on just a few people and the plot was pretty issolated. I was enthralled from start to finish

Julie wrote: "I am reading Wanted: One Ghost I am reading this for the author in exchange for an honest review. It is her debut novel. So far it's really good."

I read the synopsis ..quite interesting..yet I hope there is a comic angle as well..it would seem that the plot would lend itself to a tongue in cheek wit

Barbara wrote: "Rick wrote: "Seyi wrote: "I love Stephen King's 'Bag of Bones,' the film adaptation was so convincing, better than the novel!"

I am not a big fan of King..but the films were definately great..espe..."

Barbara, I really felt Fred Gwynne made Pet Cemetery..he was perfect as Jud! sad that he died soon after that film..he was really getting a great second career as a character actor

Seeley wrote: "I finished (FINALLY, it was a bit long) review posts today on my site and tomorrow on GR. I've just started which is alrea..."

I was not very fond of Cuckoo's Calling. Did not grab me. At all. Sorry to say

Seeley wrote: "Rick wrote: "KOMET wrote: "Rick wrote: My brother saw that too and loved it..I just wonder if one has to see it in Imax for the full effect..or will a standard 3D theatre do?

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Thanks! I shall let you know my reaction post haste tomorrow evening!

so happy to see how well all of our member writers are doing..I just love the posts and links your provide!! Many thanks!

KOMET wrote: "Rick wrote: My brother saw that too and loved it..I just wonder if one has to see it in Imax for the full effect..or will a standard 3D theatre do?

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I didn't see "GRAVIT..."

super..I am seeing it in Imax this weekend..already have tix..a local theatre is showing in regualr 3D but I thought it merited the Imax treatment..wish I asked before!

Stefoni wrote: "These comments have helped me answer the same questions I've had now that I've finally decided to attempt writing my own book. I moved from the east coast of North Carolina a few years back and whe..."

Wonderful to hear Stefoni! Best wishes with your writing and please do share with us how you are doing with it!!

KOMET wrote: "Saw "GRAVITY" (minus the first 20 minutes) last Sunday. It's REALLY GOOD. I second the endorsement another Goodreads member made about it.

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My brother saw that too and loved it..I just wonder if one has to see it in Imax for the full effect..or will a standard 3D theatre do?

Fiona (Titch) wrote: "This morning I finished my Halloween read which was Dying to Live - C.M. Wright."

Fiona..do you always have a "Halloween" read? what a great idea!!!

Fiona (Titch) wrote: "I've given up on Three Gentlemen of Verona: The Lovelife of London Society - Gianni Ventura (just couldn't understand it.) So now I am reading Escaping Reality - Lisa Renee Jones."

unfortunate..what a great title though!!Three Gentlemen of Verona: The Lovelife of London Society

Peter wrote: "As a baby boomer and retired physician I’m devoting my time to writing medical thrillers. My life as an author of fiction began in 2003 after several individuals consistently commented my speeches ..."

Michael wrote: "I am author Michael Haden. It is great to be part of this community. Thank you to all. www.adealwithGodbook.com"

I am delighted to welcome you both!

Darren wrote: "I am currently reading summa theologica."

Sounds like very light reading..a beach read!