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What Are You Reading Now? Pt 2.
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Feb 15, 2015 01:23AM
I'm reading 2666 by Roberto Bolaño.
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Finnished "One Rainy Night" by Richard Laymon today. And have allready started "The Long Walk" by King.
I'm reading A is for Alibi, resuming the reading of Kinsey Malone series. And The Labyrinth, a good and addictive fantasy novel.
I've finished a "buddy read" The Forgotten, which was a little too military hero for my taste. I discovered a new (to me) author, Lewis Nordan, who unfortunately passed away but wrote some pretty interesting books, Sharpshooter Blues being the first I will read. Right now in the middle of G. Flynn's Dark Places. It's not something to read if you can't take gloom and depression, but I'm finding it beautifully sad.
E. wrote: "Andrew, I liked the ABC series. I think I got to Q. Quarry?"I read as first 'B is for Burglar' and now I'm trying to make order in the series. Q is very
is still far, but I hope to read all these books before the end of this year. I like the character of Kinsey and the story are a gradual collection of clues until the discovery of the killer.
Michael wrote: "Just started
."I loved that book and thought it had lots of interesting things to say about the real world.
Michael wrote: "Just started
."Michael, I absolutely love that book! Great choice.
I recomend all books by Lauren Beukes to everyone who love Stephen King's work. She has that supernatural flair, and amazing ability to complitely hook you up on the story.
Annie I just finished the stand it is now my favourite book ever I hope you like it as much as myself
E. wrote: "Doreen, how did you like 11/22/63?"Loved it! Don't think I agree with King's opinion on the assassination but I really loved the book. Another masterpiece from Stephen King.
Susan wrote: "Michael wrote: "Just started
."Michael, I absolutely love that book! Great choice.
I recomend all books by Lauren Beukes to everyone who love Stephen King's w..."Thanks, Susan! Good to know. I've put is aside for the moment to see if it wins the March Horror Afficianado's poll. For now and am reading Doug Clegg's
instead.
Started the girl with the dragon tattoo last night I absolutely hated the first 50 pages and wanted to ditch it for the 2nd time but another 50 pages in and I started to get into it
Rhian, I don't know anyone who "liked" the 1st 100+ pages of THE GIRL with.... Larsson had so much to set up so that the rest of the book's plot would make sense but.... I'm SO glad that you persevered because you are so right.... the more you read of it, the BETTER and better it gets! Hope that you continue w/ the trilogy!
@Betsy I'm sure I will enjoy it now I got passed the horrible bit, I first tried reading it 2 years ago but gave up at 50 pages but I bought the trilogy so was determined to give it another go
I thought the movie was good but remember thinking, "man, I don't think I could ever read the book."
Not a King or Koontz but.... I have just finished reading THE GIRL on the TRAIN = EXCELLENT !!!! ,and I've also just started ALL THE LIGHT WE CANNOT SEE, and I'm loving it ! Two good ones in a row = wow!
@ Kathryn I'm really enjoying it now and look forward to seeing the film one day I've avoided it so far because I had the book
I started The Namesake by Jhumpa Lahiri last night because it was my library book club's choice for the month. I had been putting it off because there were so many negative reviews on here, but I'm actually loving it.
Kandice wrote: "I started The Namesake by Jhumpa Lahiri last night because it was my library book club's choice for the month. I had been putting it off because there were so many negati..."Kandice, My book club also read THE NAMESAKE , and we all loved it. Lahiri is a beautiful storyteller, and I remember that I got caught up in Gogol, a 2nd generation immigrant and his struggles to find his place in his Indian/American world. Lovely book!
I bought Desperation from the book store today,I've read a few chapters on the way home really enjoying it so far.I'm reading Last Argument of Kings on my kindle too,it's the last book of a great epic fantasy trilogy.
Finished Weaveworld and the amazing adventures of Kavalier and Clay both on the same day... DAMN!... and then watched the movie of Inherent Vice. Probably won't sleep, but will have some reviews up over the weekend.
I just finished The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier and Clay today. I think I'll read another story or two in Night Shift while I'm deciding whats next.
Reading The Rising: Selected Scenes from the End of the World by Brian Keene to finish off his wonderful Earthworm Gods series.
Finished The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier and Clay and Weaveworld and posted reviews on both of them. Just started Tom Robbins' Tibetan Peach Pie. Looking forward to getting back to King though... miss his brand of storytelling.
One time I took out Bag of Bones by King from the library. For some reason, I just couldn't get into it. I am still reading The Stand. I am about 400 pages into the uncut version and I am loving every bit of it!
I just finished The Art of Racing in the Rain so many tears.I've started The Labyrinth so far it's intriguing.
Rhian wrote: "I'm reading the handmaids tale by Margaret atwood Its ok nothing special so far"Rhian wrote: "I'm reading the handmaids tale by Margaret atwood Its ok nothing special so far"
Rhian, Just give it a little more time and I believe that you will change your mind on this one; I really enjoyed it ( the subject matter / thought-provoking concept)
LOVED ALL THE LIGHT WE CANNOT SEE !!!! and have just started GERALD'S GAME for the March S.King BOTM , and it has my attention so far !
Jamii wrote: "I just finished The Art of Racing in the Rain so many tears.I've started The Labyrinth so far it's intriguing."
The Art of Racing in the Rain is one of my all time favorites... yeah, it's a tear jerker but you have to love a book narrated by a dog who isn't Cujo.
I agree about The Art of Racing in the Rain. I read it, fell in love, and then shared it with all three of my children and many of my friends. I have few "real life" friends who are readers, but those that are have received this book as a gift. :DIt's a lovely story.
Nick wrote: "Jamii wrote: "I just finished The Art of Racing in the Rain so many tears.I've started The Labyrinth so far it's intriguing."
The Art of Racing in the Rain is one o..."
It was a beautifully written book, just so heartbreaking. I don't know if it's one I'll be able to reread anytime soon.
Kandice I know what you mean, none of my "real life" friends read but they should read this one! This was actually a gift from an Internet friend, not a member of this site:( no matter how much I tell him he needs to join.
Jamii wrote: "I just finished The Art of Racing in the Rain so many tears.I've started The Labyrinth so far it's intriguing."
I'm reading The Labyrinth from a couple of week. It's a story full of mystery and original characters. It drags you chapter after chapter, while growing a feeling of fear and expectation.
I'm about half way thru The Long Walk, not sure if what I think of it yet, I am enjoying it enough not to give it up (althou I don't now if it's just the copy that I have but there is soo many spelling errors) . But I keep asking Why? why?
I've been reading
I've been a bit slow lately because I've been dividing my interests up a bit instead of just reading all the time, so I'm probably finally going to settle in to my original goal for 2015 of one book a week :)
Just read Have a Nice Day!: A Tale of Blood and Sweatsocks by Mick Foley And The Colour of Magic byTerry PratchettNext Will most likely be The Light Fantastic
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