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.

I am reading by Lee Child. A very well written and suspenseful book. Written in 1999, the many scenes that take place in the World Trade Center are a bit unnerving

I love Modern Family. Rare for me to like a current sitcom. But I really like this show!

I am almost done with Saucer: Savage Planet
At first I was quite disappointed as I found it far more simplistic that Coonts splendid Jake Grafton books. And then about 100 pages in.. I got it! Coonts was spoofing not only his earlier books, but the 24hr news networks, DC politics and the general tendency of the public to react first and think second. A very funny novel indeed.

KOMET wrote: "I like to recommend the literary memoir "My Salinger Year" by Joanna Rakoff, whom I heard recently interviewed on Radio BBC London's 'The Jo Good Show.' It's sure..."

I heard about this book. Has to be fascinating

A great welcome to all our new members!!

I prefer less description and more dialogue.. while I appreciate having a "mind picture" pained as far as locations, three pages devoted to minute details has me screaming for action!!

Almost done with ..a great read..lead character is complex and engaging..plot is quite well done...fine thriller..not perfect like Vince Flynn thrillers(RIP) who is so very missed

I am having a really super time reading all these blogs..well done all!! and keep the links coming!!!

Marja wrote: "Aaron{{REBLAST}} wrote: "The Executioner's Song
Shutter Island
The Notebook
Dear John
Terms Of Endearment
Mommy Dearest
Call Me Anna
Forrest Gump
To Kill A Mockingbird
The Amityville Horror
The Str..."

I agree! Mockingbird is pretty much a perfect film in every way..different in several ways from the book, in that several sections of the book were left out of the film..which is to be expected

KOMET wrote: "A couple of days ago, began reading "A Splendid Little War" by the British writer Derek Robinson. I've read a number of Robinson's novels through the years, and ..."

another new writer for me to check out..thanks KOMET!!!

Barbara wrote: "Rick wrote: "I am reading by Robin Cook It is actually very good. I was worried as his last book was horrific with no ending and a despicable..."

actually..if you read ..realize that you will be left with a cliffhanger ending..just like the dreadful ..Cook apparently is writing a trilogy..and not bothering to let his readers know that the first two book do not have an ending..you have to wait for the third..or forth..to find out what happens to the main characters..rather unethical of the writer to hide this fact from readers and promote the books as self contained thrillers which they are not.

I have to say I enjoyed the new version of Godzilla..wish it didn't take so long for the big lizard to appear on screen! but when he finally did, was pleased that he looked like the classic Godzilla, rather than the over sized gecko look from the Matthew Broderick film (which I liked too..except for the cgi)

Aaron{{REBLAST}} wrote: "The Executioner's Song
Shutter Island
The Notebook
Dear John
Terms Of Endearment
Mommy Dearest
Call Me Anna
Forrest Gump
To Kill A Mockingbird
The Amityville Horror
The Stranger Beside Me
The Shini..."

Great list!!

I was shocked at how much I loved The Notebook. James Garner was unforgettable in that film

I am now reading two books. Both quite good

April wrote: "Aaron, I just finished reading 12 Years a Slave, by Solomon Northup. Such a great story. Sad though, terrifically tragic, but necessary to know about. I know the movie looks incredible, I will have..."

. I have the following book. I wonder if film was based on it

Ivan wrote: "I recommend The Grand Budapest Hotel. I'm a big fan of Wes Anderson - though he has made a couple of clunkers. This is think is his best effort thus far and the cast is brilliant - especially Fie..."

Peggy wrote: "I echo Ivan's above recommendation -- The Grand Budapest Hotel is the best thing I've seen a while. Quite refreshing after so many disappointing films.

I'm reading a new (to me) author -- Gae-Lynn..."

Both of your recommendations are quite good enough for me. Definately on my to watch list!!!

Barbara wrote: ""Rake" is an Australian TV series (available on Netflix) about a hard-drinking, womanizing, not-too-ethical - but sort of charming - lawyer who wins the hard (and nutty) cases. It's well done and e..."

Live that show!!!

Malina wrote: "I've recently started watching Mad Men as well so far I'm enjoying it"

I have two seasons on bluray. Need to actually watch it!!

I really like Grimm. A fantastic fantasy show. Especially on bluray

Lately I have been reading just one book at a time. Very busy. I would like to move back up to 2-3 at a time. Perhaps in time!