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[Kathryn]

It sounds interesting, Sharon. Hope you enjoy.

I've just started Me Before You by Jojo Moyes which was recommended by Amber as a top 5 read last year so I'm hoping it will be good. I think it will be - even having just started, I have a good feeling about it!

[Sharon]

Thanks Kathryn. I've read Me Before You and really enjoyed it. Look forward to seeing your final thoughts.

[Adhityani]

Just finished Questions of Travel. Struggled big time... Could only give it 2 stars https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Marianne]

Bette Bookworm wrote: "Marianne wrote: "Bette Bookworm wrote: "Reading Instructions for a Heatwave by Maggie O'Farrell; not sure this is her best book.

After this, I've logged

Yes, it seems that if there's a link in to last bit of the post to copy, then whatever I post becomes part of the link, weird.
My fave was The Vanishing Act of Esme Lennox but I have enjoyed all of Maggie O'Farrell's books

[B the BookAddict]

I've just started Necessary Lies by Diane Chamberlain; selected after reading Sharon's review.

Eugenics itself as not a new concept to me but even now, the topic makes me so damn angry! I detest situations where people are deprived of their liberty and reproduction is a liberty.

This is why I read; to think!!!

[Angela]

A passionate reader is the best kind Bette :)

I am reading The Brush Off by Shane Maloney- a very funny crime novel by a local Melbourne author.

[Liam || Books 'n Beards]

Angela wrote: "A passionate reader is the best kind Bette :)

I am reading The Brush Off by Shane Maloney- a very funny crime novel by a local Melbourne author."

There was a TV series starring David Wenham and Sam Neil based on that I think.

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

I'm currently reading Twin Curse by Aussie author Rinelle Grey

[Mish]

I've finished and reviewed For Today I Am a Boy. A little disappointed in the structure but lovely writing - 2 1/2 stars

Review > https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Angela]

Liam wrote: "Angela wrote: "A passionate reader is the best kind Bette :)

I am reading The Brush Off by Shane Maloney- a very funny crime novel by a local Melbourne author."

Ther..."

I've heard of it Liam. Luckily my library has it so I'll be heading to get it once I am done with the book :)

[Sally906]

Sharon wrote: "Started reading The Giver by Lois Lowry

This one gets some great reviews so I hope I like it :)"

I've just finished this. Haven't done my review yet but I have it 4 star

[Liam || Books 'n Beards]

Into Shift Omnibus Edition (Silo, #2) now. Hopefully lives up to Wool Omnibus (Silo, #1)

[B the BookAddict]

Finished Necessary Lies by Diane Chamberlain

My review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[★ Jess]

Reading The Ocean at the End of the Lane by Neil Gaiman

[Angela]

★ Jess wrote: "Reading The Ocean at the End of the Lane by Neil Gaiman"

I've got one of his on my TBR for this year Jess. How are you finding his style?

[Liam || Books 'n Beards]

I am going to bite my tongue.

[Angela]

Liam wrote: "I am going to bite my tongue."

Don't hurt yourself there Liam.

[Liam || Books 'n Beards]

I'll do my best.

[Phrynne, Series Queen!]

Angela wrote: "★ Jess wrote: "Reading The Ocean at the End of the Lane by Neil Gaiman"

I've got one of his on my TBR for this year Jess. How are you finding his style?"

I found it to be a beautiful book Jess. I hope you like it too.

[Phrynne, Series Queen!]

I just finished The Midnight Mayor which is the second in Kate Griffin's Matthew Swift series. If you like urban fantasy then give this series a try. It is really good - very much in the vein of the Dresden Files but set in London.
My review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Alik]

Currently reading Norwegian By Night on Marianne's recommendation- really enjoying it so far!

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Alik wrote: "Currently reading Norwegian By Night on Marianne's recommendation- really enjoying it so far!"

I have Norwegian by Night here from my library Alik - must start it soon!

[Phrynne, Series Queen!]

Finished A Redbird Christmas by Fannie Flagg. Not my usual fare but I read it as part of a challenge and it only took me a couple of hours.
Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Now to some serious reading - Middlesex

[Mish]

Phrynne wrote: "Finished A Redbird Christmas by Fannie Flagg. Not my usual fare but I read it as part of a challenge and it only took me a couple of hours.
Review: https://www.goodread..."

Brilliant book Phrynne - Middlesex - I hope you like it

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Sally906 wrote: "Sharon wrote: "Started reading The Giver by Lois Lowry

This one gets some great reviews so I hope I like it :)"

I've just finished this. Haven..."

This is on my shelf - must get to it soon.

[[deleted user]]

For another group read just started Mr. Penumbra's 24-Hour Bookstore by Robin Sloan. I can already visualise this bookstore just what I imagined as a kid - I always dreamt of having a floor to ceiling personal library - ladders and all!

[Adhityani]

I just shed tears over Past the Shallows what a raw, confronting, moving read. Gave it four stars - my review here https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[B the BookAddict]

I've finished The Crane Wife by the brilliant Patrick Ness

My review is at: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

I have finished a totally beautiful book First Love by James Patterson 5★s The story is wonderful, and I highly recommend it...

Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Diane]

I have just started "Madame Midas" by Fergus
Hume, author of "Mystery of the Hansom Cab". It
is set in the minefields of Ballarat and the
bright lights of Melbourne circa 1880. In the
typical Victorian fiction tradition there are
murders, missing men, several villains and a
beautiful, innocent girl.

[Angela]

I've just started Brideshead Revisited - liking it already :)

[gathering feather]

Questions of Travel

[Keyvan]

finished reading THE SLAP by Christos Tsiolkas. I am relieved that I won't have to deal with eight characters that are all about child abuse, misogyny,racism and adultery. Recipe for nightmare! One could characterize the novel as almost pornographic but, to be fair, I think Tsiolkas has a point. My review can be seen at https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/5...

[[deleted user]]

Keyvan wrote: "finished reading THE SLAP by Christos Tsiolkas. I am relieved that I won't have to deal with eight characters that are all about child abuse, misogyny,racism and adultery. Recipe for nightmare! One..."

Can you please link directly to your review Keyvan as I am really wanting to read it but cant find it amongst all the others. On the page you have there your review will show as first to you but not to others it will show our own reviews

[Keyvan]

Jennie wrote: "Keyvan wrote: "finished reading THE SLAP by Christos Tsiolkas. I am relieved that I won't have to deal with eight characters that are all about child abuse, misogyny,racism and adultery. Recipe for..."

Sure Jennie. Check out the link below. Hope it helps. And please let me know if it doesn't.

https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...




https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Dale]

The Mouse-Proof Kitchen Only up to page 19 but experiencing a whole range of emotions as I read which is usually a good sign.

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Diane wrote: "I have just started "Madame Midas" by Fergus
Hume, author of "Mystery of the Hansom Cab". It
is set in the minefields of Ballarat and the
bright lights of Melbourne circa 1880. In the
typical Victo..."

Madame Midas by Fergus Hume
The Mystery of a Hansom Cab

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Keyvan wrote: "finished reading THE SLAP by Christos Tsiolkas. I am relieved that I won't have to deal with eight characters that are all about child abuse, misogyny,racism and adultery. Recipe for nightmare! One..."

The Slap by Christos Tsiolkas

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Bette Bookworm wrote: "I've finished The Crane Wife by the brilliant Patrick Ness

My review is at: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show..."

Great review Bette!

[Vicki]

Just finished Dead Man's Footsteps by Peter James. Quite different from the other novels I've read of his. Multiple storylines and POVs that all come together round teh 75% mark.

Now reading Half Moon Bay by Helene Young. Excellent so far.

[[deleted user]]

Keyvan wrote: "Jennie wrote: "Keyvan wrote: "finished reading THE SLAP by Christos Tsiolkas. I am relieved that I won't have to deal with eight characters that are all about child abuse, misogyny,racism and adult..."

Thanks for the link ...
Great review Keyvan. Ive left a comment.

[[deleted user]]

Michael wrote: "Jennie wrote: "For another group read just started Mr. Penumbra's 24-Hour Bookstore by Robin Sloan. I can already visualise this bookstore just what I imagined as a..."

Nearly finished it already, its a very quick read and yes quirky it is Michael and oh so bookish! Love it!

[Veronica ⭐️]

Just finished Bounda self published debut byM.J. Stevens very well written for her target group of YA 16+ females

[B the BookAddict]

Brenda wrote: "Bette Bookworm wrote: "I've finished The Crane Wife by the brilliant Patrick Ness

My review is at: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show..."

Great review B..."

Thanks, it's a gorgeous book.

[Phrynne, Series Queen!]

I sat up late last night to finish Middlesex. I enjoyed it with a few reservations especially the fact that it needed to be LONGER! I wanted a lot more information about Cal's later life.

My review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

p.s. Does anyone know why Cal's brother was called Chapter Eleven. Did I miss something there?
UPDATE: I googled it and found the answer. If you want to know then google "Why is the brother called Chapter Eleven?" and Jeffrey Eugenides will tell you!

[Sharon]

Finished reading The Giver by Lois Lowry

My review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

I'm currently reading The Railwayman's Wife by Ashley Hay

The writing is absolutely beautiful!

[Sharon]

Finished reading Two Birds by Vicki Tyley

I LOVED IT!

My review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Vicki]

Sharon wrote: "Finished reading Two Birds by Vicki Tyley

I LOVED IT!

My review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show..."

Thrilled to bits you enjoyed it so much, Sharon. :D

[Sally906]

An advance copy of The Last Shot by Michael Adams arrived in the mail today. It has jumped over all the books in my pile and straight into my hands am 1/4 of the way through already!