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[Sandy]

I just started "The Works of Edgar Allan Poe". Love his style although it takes a little longer to read, people don't use some of those words or expressions anymore.

[Aditya]

Finished Sharp Objects , one of the most disturbing (not merely bleak or depressing) books I have ever read.Every single character hides a horrible past and is hard to sympathize with.The plot is gripping, the murder mystery suitably complex, kudos to the author for having the guts to write such a demented tale as her debut book.Not for the fainthearted but a great read for those who persevere with it.Rating - 4/5

[Tom]

Sandy wrote: "I just started "The Works of Edgar Allan Poe". Love his style although it takes a little longer to read, people don't use some of those words or expressions anymore."

I read some of his stories on my Kindle. Had to look up a few words (he said sheepishly)

[Jackie]

I finished Gone Girl last night and agree with you Kandice about taking about halfway through to get into. I read the first half in about 4 days, but then the last half in two days because I had to see what going to happen next. Glad I read it.

[Kandice]

Aditya wrote: "Finished Sharp Objects, one of the most disturbing (not merely bleak or depressing) books I have ever read.Every single character hides a horrible past a..."

I am fascinated with Flynn's ability to write about characters I cannot stand and yet I feel compelled to read about. I had the exact same feelings about this book. I felt almost dirty when I finished it.

[Kandice]

Jackie wrote: "I finished Gone Girl last night and agree with you Kandice about taking about halfway through to get into. I read the first half in about 4 days, but then the last half in two days because I had to..."

But then you loved it, right? She has a very strange style. I think I am going to really like her writing from here on out. I know I will look forward to her next book.

[Jackie]

Kandice wrote: "Jackie wrote: "I finished Gone Girl last night and agree with you Kandice about taking about halfway through to get into. I read the first half in about 4 days, but then the last half in two days b..."

Yes I did! I was surprised by the ending but not disappointed. I'll definitely read her again.

[Malina]

I'm reading The Book of Life , I enjoyed the first two in the trilogy as well.

[Aditya]

Kandice wrote: "I am fascinated with Flynn's ability to write about characters I cannot stand and yet I feel compelled to read about. I had the exact same feelings about this book. I felt almost dirty when I finished it."

Agree with what you said about her characters,only King among authors I have read is better at drawing such detailed characters and even then his protagonists are not so conflicted about doing the presumed right thing.Coincidentally King had given a lot of positive reviews to her books.Pity she has not written more than 3 books till date.

[Kandice]

I will definitely be reading whatever she writes next as soon as it comes out.

[Nick]

Matt wrote: "Reading Anansi Boys, about half way through. I'm enjoying this more than American Gods so far."

I loved Anansi Boys, and by the way the audio book is great. The guy who reads it must be a friend of Gaiman and somehow influenced the story (with all the Caribbean insights) because in the afterword Gaiman says the book could not have been written without him. I think the audiobook is well worth the added time if you want to keep the buzz going.

[Nick]

Kandice wrote: "Aditya wrote: "Finished Gone Girl, one of the best books I have read all year.This book had it all interesting characters,engrossing plot that kept me ..."

For me the best thing about Gone Girl was the writing itself, very current in its style, impressive dialogue. Makes me jealous.

[Aditya]

Nick wrote: "For me the best thing about Gone Girl was the writing itself, very current in its style, impressive dialogue. Makes me jealous."

Good observations Nick, agree with you.

[Cody]

Currently re-reading The Orenda, by Joseph Boyden. Paints a great picture of first contact between the French and the Native Canadians, though a rather violent one at that. But also a beautiful story, with great characters.

[Aditya]

Finished The Narrows , one of the weaker entries in the Harry Bosch series.The book is not unreadable or outright bad but a bit too predictable for my liking.The book being a direct sequel to The Poet was a major problem as knowing the identity of the main antagonist completely ruined the mystery for me.Rating 3/5.

[Jeff]

Re starting V by Pynchon after starting it a coupla months ago

[Erin]

[Nikki]

I'm reading Doctor Sleep. Can someone tell me how old Danny is when he begins working in nursing homes and then discovers Teeneytown?

[E.]

Finished Swan Song. The last couple of chapters was Return of The King meets Cinderella but the rest of the book was pretty darn good.
I started Boy's Life last night and it's a winner. Humorous, touching, a little spooky. Really looking forward to this one.

[Joan]

Nikki wrote: "I'm reading Doctor Sleep. Can someone tell me how old Danny is when he begins working in nursing homes and then discovers Teeneytown?"

Danny is now about 35 years old.

[Victor]

The Exorcist

[Terri]

I'm reading Salem's lot

[Victor]

I love that Salem's Lot, Terri.

[Andrew✌️]

Terri wrote: "I'm reading Salem's lot"

Also I'm reading 'Salem's Lot. A fantastic book and a thrilling atmosphere.

[Projectbio]

Today I bought Dr. Sleep. I see fans are divided. Hope it's not a let down.

[Steve]

I know this is not the normal type of book read here but I started Lonesome Dove last week and haven't put it down. It's a story of the west and I can easily see Roland passing through.

[Holly]

Speaks the Nightbird

[Susan]

Guys I must say it: I love this group. You recommend such great books in here!
I'm reading Gone Girl now. I decided to start it after your comments in here. I must say I liked it from the first page, which is unusual for me. I normally have to get into the story a bit to know if I like it or not.
Great writing style, I love it. And it's so full of surprises. After you think you figured out everything, something totally unexpected pops up.

[Kandice]

Susan wrote: "Guys I must say it: I love this group. You recommend such great books in here!
I'm reading Gone Girl now. I decided to start it after your comments in here. I must say I liked it f..."

I cannot agree more about this book! I was so pleasantly surprised. Usually books that housewives (no disrespect intended, I'm one!) are raving about end up not appealing to me, but this one was really terrific.

I strongly suggest seeing the movie after you read. Absolutely the best adaptation I've seen in years.

[Nick]

Projectbio wrote: "Today I bought Dr. Sleep. I see fans are divided. Hope it's not a let down."

Keep an open mind... don't try to look for too strong a stylistic link with The Shining. I liked it.

[Rhian]

I've started creep by Jennifer hillier and so far it's right up my street

[Jeff]

I agree with Nick re Doctor Sleep. Its not like the Shining but stands strong on its own.

[Projectbio]

I didn't like The Shining to be honest. Just wanted to read it till the end because I don't like unfinished books. I've read about 1/3 of Dr. Sleep and I can say it's quite good. Though, typical SK, not much action yet. Characters' outline is top notch as expected, of course.

[Rhian]

I didn't really like the shining that much either and prefer doctor sleep

[Projectbio]

Till now Dr.Sleep has proven to be way more rewarding and interesting than The Shining.

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Steve wrote: "I know this is not the normal type of book read here but I started Lonesome Dove last week and haven't put it down. It's a story of the west and I can easily see Roland passing through."

I'm a fan of the miniseries.

[Chad]

Currently reading Carrion Comfort. Finished Horns a few days ago.

Want to reread 'Salem's Lot sometime soon.

For anyone here interested, I started a new GR group called Supernatural Fiction of the 70s and 80s. It's got only 12 members so far. We're going to read The Other for a November group read. If you're interested in discussing supernatural fiction from the 70s and 80s, we'd love to have you.

[Kirstin]

Reading Les Miserables by Victor Hugo.

[Susan]

Kandice I definitely wanna see the movie now!
Finished Gone Girl, I must say the ending let me down a bit, but the book itself was really great. Definitely worth checking out.
Staying with The Flynn Theme and moving to Sharp Objects.

[E.]

I just finished Boy's Life by R. McCammon. I gotta say this book has definitely been put into my top 10 faves. The ending was somewhat convoluted or complicated, bringing all the "clues" into the mystery, but that's forgiven as the rest of the story was so freakin' perfect.
I've started They Thirst by the same author, but it's not nearly as good. I'll probably start Bag of Bones as well and see which one gets more attention. Will also start Tick Tock as November read for the Koontz group. Looking forward to that.

[H]

Doctor Sleep, finally

[Kirstin]

E. wrote: "I just finished Boy's Life by R. McCammon. I gotta say this book has definitely been put into my top 10 faves. The ending was somewhat convoluted or complicated, bringing all the "clues" into the ..."


Loved Boy's Life! What an amazing book! :)

[Jeff]

H-
I loved Dr. Sleep. So different from the Shining, but so good.

[Mike]

The Tommyknockers. Enjoying it. Don't get the hate-- at least, not yet. I liked the cameo by Jack Sawyer.

[Andrew✌️]

After finished 'Salem's Lot, I'm reading Song of Susannah.

[Kandice]

Just started Kissing the Rain. Pretty sad.

I've almost finished From a Buick 8 and realized I gave it a low rating the first couple of times not because I didn't like it, but because it drags. That's almost never the case with King (for me), but nothing much happens.

[Jeff]

2/3 of the way through Pynchon's V. Incredibly written. A postmodern masterpiece.

[Ioana]

About 3/4 into Joyland. Only my 3rd SK ever, and I absolutely love it.

[Margaret]

I loved Joyland. It was tender and sweet and reminding of youth insecurity and sensitivity. Not a "standard" SK but still one of his best.

[Ioana]

I haven't read any of his "standard" ones (I think), but I like his non-standard ones. The other 2 that I read, and loved, were 11/22/63 and The Stand.