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.

Shelley wrote: "With all due respect to those who disagree, I was so disappointed in The Hobbit. I think since it was based on a book, I was expecting quality. But it was "battle" after battle, the same thing we'v..."

Heard it was not very good- think I will stick with the 1970's cartoon version of Hobbit with the voice of Orson Bean!

Mary wrote: "Carol I totally agree. It should have been a tall actor that was fairly unknown. Also young enough to make a bunch of them if it's a hit. There's like 20 books. If they make more of these movie..."

same with the Bourne series- utterly miscast...I can only imagine what Robert Ludlum would think if he came back to life and saw what his heirs allowed to happen to his character....good action films..but Jason Bourne was a Bond-like character in book..and a pretty-boy actor on screen

Kathy wrote: "Agree with Sharon about the Dan Brown character.
Yeah, I like Tom Hanks, but it just didn't work for me in this story.

As for Tom Cruise as Reacher...hyuck, hyuk, hyk, omigod. Ya'd think that with..."

I really can't blame Tom Cruise- who I actually like in action films..what about Lee Child? and his lack of dedication to his large readership? Both Robert Crais (Elvis Cole) and Sue Grafton (Kinsey Milhorne) have stated that they would never EVER allow their books to be filmed, as it would ruin the character for the reader, each of whom has their own vision of the characters...Grafton actually has it in her will!! that her children can never option her books for the movies..so I ask again...what about Lee Child and his apparent lack of concern/respect for those who got him where he is..the many many readers who made Jack Reacher a standout character - famous enough to be filmed? I see him tweeting about how amazing the film is!! so the argument that he had no control over casting is very dubious

Linton wrote: "I only read one Reacher book, not terribly impressed. Standard stuff, like many other such books.

But even I was shocked at this casting. Reacher is obviously a tall (Cruise is 5ft 7in), rangy, c..."

you know Ian Fleming's personal choice to play Bond was James Mason..they even made an unaired TV show in late 1950's with Mason as Bond.

Robin Leigh wrote: "A major change occurred yesterday to my status. Yesterday I finally became an author when my debut novel, a YA Paranormal/Time Travel/First Kiss romance novel, entitled "I Kissed a Ghost" got relea..."

CONGRATS!!! Robin Leigh!!

Patrick wrote: "Thaks Rick, for having me. My name is Patrick E. Craig and I write Amish fiction for Harvest House Publishers. My first book, #1 in the Apple Creek Dreams series, will be released February 1, 201..."

Roxanne wrote: "Hi, all. Thanks for inviting me, Rick. I'm a genre-bending author of fantasy, science fiction and romance. I'm about to publish my first novel and am working on my second and third."

So very happy to welcome both of you, Patrick and Roxanne!

Tara wrote: "Hi everyone-- I'm not sure if i'll be an anomaly in the group or not. I'm a multipublished author of erotic romance mostly MM and menage. I love to read but do so very sloooowly as i write all the ..."

Welcome Tara!!!

Jeff wrote: "

I just learned that Cybersp@ce is now available in print on Amazon. EBook copies, however, will still be made available as scheduled on January 1, 2013.

Feel free ..."

congrats Jeff..loved the book!

Kimberly wrote: "I'm reading It's the first book I've read by the author and I'm really enjoying it so far."

great book Kimberly! biased because Jim Rollins is a friend and James Mason member! but really did love that book!

Ashlynn wrote: "Hello everyone! I'm a US author. I love to read as much as I love to write. You can check out my books at http://www.ashlynnmonroe.com I write Sci Fi and paranormal erotic romance, but I do have a ..."

Amanda wrote: "Hi there, Im Amanda. I have had 7 volumes of The Thrilling Adventures of Pann Haggerty published and one romance novel called Without Saying A Word. I tend to lean towards writing quirky romance. ..."

Welcome Ashlynn and Amanda!

Robin Leigh wrote: "Hi All,

UPDATE Just learned the PROOF COPY of my debut novel has been shipped, so the release date has now dwindle down to only a few days--days I wish would already happen.
Would love for everyon..."

congrats Robin Leigh!!
very happy to "friend" you on Facebook- having trouble sending friend requests- so by all means send me one!! and I invite all to send me friend requests- I certainly will accept- and do feel free to post on my wall any links, info ect about your books, links,or anything else you wish- readers and writers - all James Mason members:>) all welcome!! I have about 2,180 Facebook friends so far.

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Ken wrote: "Ivan wrote: "Just finished reading "Three Men in a Boat" and found it completely charming and witty. A comic masterpiece."

Three Men in a Boat. Why does that remind me of Wind in the Willows?"

perhaps both are somewhat whimsical

Barbara wrote: "I loved the Avengers—Steed and Peel! Diana Rigg's character was so fearless! While the show was on, I remember reading an interview with Isaac Asimov (can't recall where it was) in which he said he..."

Bill wrote: "Lee wrote: "I know I'm dating myself here, but my favorite TV show when I was in high school was "The Avengers." I was in love with Diana Rigg."

I never saw that until re-runs but you're quite rig..."

Lee wrote: "I know I'm dating myself here, but my favorite TV show when I was in high school was "The Avengers." I was in love with Diana Rigg."

Needless to say..I like Diana Rigg!!..alot!! :>) also Patrick Macnee was perfect in his role..

Bill wrote: "I listed by H.G. Wells as my favourite pre - 1900 novel. Now that it's been adjusted to pre - 1950, let me add a couple of others; [bookcover:Nineteen Eigh..."

SUPER list!!

Werner wrote: "Yes, Rick, The Crown of Columbus was co-written by Dorris and Erdrich. According to Goodreads' description, it's the only fully collaborative work they did together."

much appreciated Werner!!!

Currently reading this exceptional novel...very much taken by it so far...beautifully written, superb characterization

Werner wrote: "Rick, Erdrich is the widow of Michael Dorris, author of A Yellow Raft in Blue Water, The Broken Cord, and other works. He committed suicide in 1997."

thanks Werner..so my memory was correct..appreciate it!
did they write a book together - Crown of Columbus or something like that- recall a book with a crown on it on a beach - cover pic

Giulia wrote: "Prior to 1950 - I suggest "The Black Rose" by Thomas Costain (around 1945, I think). A great Marco Polo-like adventure story - far better than the awful movie they made of it with Tyrone Powers.

- Gi"

I know the film..did not know about the book..thanks!!

Katheryn wrote: "Hi and thank you very much for the invitation!
I have published 2 romance novels so far, The Royal Sheikh and Her Latin Lover, and am currently editing a third, The Desert Sheikh, which I'm hoing t..."

Nikki wrote: "Thank you, Rick, for the invitation to join this group--I belong to several groups on Goodreads that I don't visit very often, but this one seems like a good one! I'm a writer--have published two o..."

So happy to welcome both of you! Nikki and Katheryn!

Meryl wrote: "Hi all. Rick invited me, and when I saw the name "James Mason" I was hoping it wasn't the name of the guy who started the group. A Star is Born is my favorite James Mason film, followed closely by ..."

haha! welcome Meryl..no- my name is not James Mason! indeed I started the Group to honor his memory..he is my favorite actor! interesting that you mention Yellowbeard..Love that movie! Marty Feldman's last film..Also it was one of several Mason films that came out after James Mason's death..he truly acted up to the end! and he was brilliant from start to finish..check out The Shooting Party- in which he was the star- and also came out after his death..magnificent performance!