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What Are You Reading Now? Pt 2.
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Michele
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Oct 28, 2017 01:01PM
I posted here before that I started reading South of the Border, West of the Sun , but I am not sure if I can continue reading it because it reminds me so much of my last relationship... I literally cried just a couple of chapters in because I felt like the story was about me and my ex in so many ways... I hate leaving books unfinished but I might have to change to another book for now :( . Has this happened to anyone else? That you read something so close to your own life and it made you sad?
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Michele wrote: "I posted here before that I started reading South of the Border, West of the Sun , but I am not sure if I can continue reading it because it reminds me so much of my last relationsh..."Many many times Michele
I think this is one of the first books for me...
Michele wrote: "I posted here before that I started reading South of the Border, West of the Sun , but I am not sure if I can continue reading it because it reminds me so much of my last relationsh..."Has this happened to anyone else? That you read something so close to your own life and it made you sad?
Sad yes, angry? hell yes, but there can be insights that help you better understand what happened too.
Just picked up a copy of Ray Bradbury’s The Halloween Tree. It’s important to me because I knew Bradbury when he wrote it. I explain all that in my latest blog, but since my blogs are no longer updating on Goodreads for some reason, I’m posting a link here. If you want to read about how I knew Bradbury and why he wrote the book or more about my adventures in Hollywood in the 60s (I am an official FRIEND OF MICKEY MOUSE), check IT out. Here’s a direct link. http://www.nickiuppawrites.com/nickiu...
Nick wrote: "Just picked up a copy of Ray Bradbury’s The Halloween Tree. It’s important to me because I knew Bradbury when he wrote it. I explain all that in my latest blog, but since my blogs are no longer upd..."Great stuff, thanks for posting the link, Nick. A really interesting read. I've got The Halloween Tree on my 'to read' list along with some others. I have to admit, I've so far read nothing by the man aside from an attempt at Something Wicked This Way Comes some years ago. I struggled with the way it was written and gave up, but am ready for another go and to hopefully get into some of his others.
In these days I'm reading Interview with the Vampire, my first book by Anne Rice. Nice writing style, but after the first half over, I have difficulty continuing.
Andrew wrote: "In these days I'm reading Interview with the Vampire, my first book by Anne Rice. Nice writing style, but after the first half over, I have difficulty continuing."I read the first book, but I had to force myself to finish it. I am not going to be reading any more of her books.
I'll be reading that soonAndrew. Rereading. 3rd or 4th time.
mrbooks wrote: "Andrew wrote: "In these days I'm reading Interview with the Vampire, my first book by Anne Rice. Nice writing style, but after the first half over, I have difficulty continuing."I re..."
I'll try to finish this one, then I will see if continue with the others.
Latasha wrote: "I think the others are better."Some books have intriguing plot and charming characters, so I think that this one won't be the last I'll read by Anne Rice. :)
Latasha wrote: "I think the others are better."I hear you, my son said the same thing but it just not my style of writing. If you like it that's fine I won't hold it against you, if you don't hold books like slugs and killer slugs against me LOL. Yes I know the are ridiculous far fetched stories but I needed something stupid at the time and it holds true to today.
Finished my 40th Stephen King book today. o/.Next is most likely Dreamcatcher(already started reading it, but I might pick up something else )
The darkest secret by Alex Marwood was brilliant 5☆ definitely recommend it, I'm getting started on The Fog by James Herbert
Greg wrote: "Nick wrote: "Just picked up a copy of Ray Bradbury’s The Halloween Tree. It’s important to me because I knew Bradbury when he wrote it. I explain all that in my latest blog, but since my blogs are ..."Thanks, Greg. Hope you like it.
Greg wrote: "Nick wrote: "Just picked up a copy of Ray Bradbury’s The Halloween Tree. It’s important to me because I knew Bradbury when he wrote it. I explain all that in my latest blog, but since my blogs are ..."I recently read "The October Country" by Bradbury. A great collection of short stories. If you want a chill read "The Emissary" or "The Small Assassin" from that collection.
E. wrote: "FYI this is today's daily deal at AudibleAt the Mountains of Madness
Would be my first Lovecraft"
"At the Mountains of Madness" is highly regarded by some, but for me it was more of a slog to get through. Felt like I was reading about the interior decorating tastes of ancient aliens...pages and pages of it. IMHO, "The Whisperer in Darkness" and "The Shadow Over Innsmouth" are much better HPL works.
lol I won't hold it against you Mr. Brooks 😝
Clifton wrote: "Greg wrote: "Nick wrote: "Just picked up a copy of Ray Bradbury’s The Halloween Tree. It’s important to me because I knew Bradbury when he wrote it. I explain all that in my latest blog, but since ..."Thanks, Clifton, I will do.
Andrew wrote: "Latasha wrote: "I think the others are better."Some books have intriguing plot and charming characters, so I think that this one won't be the last I'll read by Anne Rice. :)"
Andrew, if you want to buddy read them, I can join at anytime. I've read them all at least twice now.
Right now I’m struggling through Dracula as this is a different from I’m used to reading and it’s a bit challenging to read.When I do get through this I’m getting back to the Dark tower with the wizard and glass
Clifton wrote: "Greg wrote: "Nick wrote: "Just picked up a copy of Ray Bradbury’s The Halloween Tree. It’s important to me because I knew Bradbury when he wrote it. I explain all that in my latest blog, but since ..."Thanks, Clifton, I'll add them to my list. Thanks also for the advice about Lovecraft... I did like the Mts of Madness, but it does read like an alien travel channel show.
Latasha wrote: "Andrew wrote: "Latasha wrote: "I think the others are better."Some books have intriguing plot and charming characters, so I think that this one won't be the last I'll read by Anne Rice. :)"
Andr..."
Thanks, Latasha. I would like to read them and it would be awesome do it with someone who knows them so well. The first one didn't hook me as I was expected, but I want to continue with the series, as soon as I've finished the book I'm reading.
I'm about halfway through Joe Hill's "Strange Weather". I like the second story (Loaded) better than the first, but I'll reserve how I feel about the whole thing until I'm finished.
I've just started Deadly Night by Heather Graham.
Just finished Ready Player One. (Soon to be a new movie directed by Spielberg) Looks like everyone else has already read this. But my five-star, two cents are at: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Of course, I do disagree with Kandice's comment on the ending. I thought it was great. But that's probably my problem. My only comment to the group is if you haven't read this one, better do it.
Enjoying the YA Gone series by Michael Grant. I'm currently on #3, "Lies" in the series.Also reading The Martian by Andy Weir. I know they made a movie, which I haven't seen.
After I finish The Martian, I'll be reading Zoo by James Patterson finally. Ever since they made a summer TV series, I've been wanting to read the book and see how different it is (if it is at all).
Nick wrote: "Just finished Ready Player One. (Soon to be a new movie directed by Spielberg) Looks like everyone else has already read this. But my five-star, two cents are at: https://www.goodreads.com/review..."
That is a fun book. I’m glad you enjoyed it. There is a movie trailer out there somewhere.
Just finished Dark Matter by Blake Crouch. Now I'm reading The Talisman.
Loving The Fog by James Herbert but can't wait to finish I've got Duma Key to read
I finished Deadly Night by Heather Graham and starting The Waste Lands by Stephen King.
I finished Spin last night. Which was very good. Tonight I am gong to start Year 50. It’s the last book for a book title A-Z challenge.
Dragonfly in Amber (Outlander book 2)
Anthony wrote: "Just finished Dark Matter by Blake Crouch. Now I'm reading The Talisman."How did you like Dark Matter. It got mixed reviews, but I loved it. Here's my review.
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Rhian wrote: "Loving The Fog by James Herbert but can't wait to finish I've got Duma Key to read"It has been better then 25 years since I have read the fog, it was ok as I remember rightly but I loved Duma Key
From October to Now here the books i read. My computer was down in October for about 2 weeksThe Good Daughter by Karin Slaughter Very good book but her other book from last year IMO was better but still this is a good read
The French Girl by Lexie Elliott Hard to believe this is a debut work of fiction--it is that well done. I am looking forward to reading much more from this excellent writer to come. Highly recommend This to everyone whom love a good mystery book! And I will be reading more fromt his person! I am glad i won it as a giveaway
Watch Me by Jody Gehrman Another book i won as a giveaway It was okay of a book but its not one of my favs I though both Kate and Sam was so damn stupid. If You like stalker books this one for you.
Before This Is Over by Amanda Hickie It was okay of a book it make you think what you will do if this ever happen to you but the mother was a compelete bitch!
Crime Scene by Jonathan Kellerman & Jesse Kellerman Very good book from father/son writing team! I have love Jonthan Kllerman books and now I am gonna love his sons book too
Jury Of One by David Ellis A New Author for me and his writing its like John Grisham whom I just love. I will be reading more from this person
Terminal City by Linda Fairstein Another great Alex Cooper and Mike Chapman series! I am really loving her Series it remind me so much as Law & order SUV
Lightning by Dean Koontz Its one of his older books and I never read it before finally had time and i love it!
Bloody Mary by J.A. Konrath 2nd book of his Jacqueline "Jack" Daniels series. Gonna try to get the rest of them read ASAP. I really liked this book he writing reminds me of Janet Evanovich
The Chosen by Sharon Sala I been meaning to read this one a long time. It wasnt bad but i read better from her
Life Sentence by David Ellis If You like John Grisham writing you will love this one too. This is 2nd book i read from him and i love both books
The Woman Who Couldn't Scream by Christina Dodd I won this book as a giveaway in August but they where late getting it to me and it finally come in October 30. I really loved the book. IMO its the best of her series
The Deepest Cut by Dianne Emley I really didnt care for this at all
Murder on the Orient Express by Agatha Christie Found this at walmart last week and i had to buy i love AC books and I am gonna try to read all in this series
Lie to Me by J.T. Ellison What a fabulous thriller. Secrets, lies and betrayal You cant go wrong with a book from J.T. Ellison!
Really, Shannon I know I am a slow reader but you don't need to tell me how slow. Fear not I am not serious well not to serious that is good going 15 books since Oct.
OK so let's see, I just finished Sarah Pinborough's compulsively readable Behind Her Eyes, which I liked a lot lot, and I'm slowly but surely making it through Calvino's The Baron in the Trees. As I am also currently "auditioning" books I've already read as potential Christmas-gift candidates, I'm currently rereading (or reskimming at least) a number of recent favorites. These include Sharp Objects, which I think is (easily?) the best of Gillian's Flynn's books,
Feed by M.T. Anderson,
American Elsewhere by Robert Jackson Bennett,
Avogadro Corp by William Hurtling,
Night Film by Marisha Pessl,
The Ruins by Scott Smith (a most harrowing reading experience),
and an oldie-but-a-goodie cribbed from SK's Danse Macabre,
The House Next Door by Anne Rivers Siddons. Mostly now "dancing" with the titles in this list and thinking about the people to whom I am considering gifting them.
Jerry wrote: "OK so let's see, I just finished Sarah Pinborough's compulsively readable Behind Her Eyes, which I liked a lot lot, and I'm slowly but surely making it through Calvino's [book:The B..."Thought night film was great and, as sort of a multimedia book, giving a hard copy or even a paperback as a gift would be a great idea.
I'm reading The Rooster Bar by John Grisham
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