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My review is quite polite but secretly I really didn't like it. Don't tell anyone though:)
Mary wrote: "I have just finished reading:Karen Joy FowlerWe Are All Completely Beside Ourselves - not quite sure what to make of this one - can't say I found any of the characters..."I picked this up recently Mary, it's on my shelf. It'll stay that way for a while I'd say.
Read Addition today. Thanks Marianne I remember you saying how much you loved this ages ago. And now onto The Language of Flowers c/- Jools. I've read two books in two days. That's not a typo!
I've begun Illuminae - so far it's excellent! I wondered if I'd be able to get into it because of the unusual format, but I don't care about it at all. One note for other readers though. I'm reading it on my kindle, and am unable to change the text size, which means that for people with visual problems it could be a big challenge on an e-reader.
I read
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over the last couple of days while I've been off work with a bad back. Now I am reading
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I am a good way through Wild Swans by Jung Chang. It is a very moving story and personally I really enjoy the way that Chang is able to meld the facts about the conflicts at the time and the details of life into a single, continuous story.
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Wild Swans: Three Daughters of China by Jung Chang
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One note for other readers ..."
If anyone has trouble reading it then get the audio. It is amazingly good!
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I was actually given this copy by a friend about ten years ago. I've finally gotten around to reading it. Looks great so far.
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Whoa! I thought I'd had some of mine for a long time!
Phrynne wrote: "Leonie wrote: "I've begun Illuminae - so far it's excellent! I wondered if I'd be able to get into it because of the unusual format, but I don't care about it at all. One note for..."
Now I'm wondering exactly how they did the audio! The eBook has all kinds of emails, messaging, artwork, and all kinds of other stuff in it!
I've started The Gilded Hour by Sara Donati aka Rosina Lippi Green. I'm at pg 127 and the novel is set in 1880s New York, so far. I can tell this is going to be a great book:)
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I guess I missed out on the artwork. But the emails and messages were done by using a different reader for each person so it was all quite clear to the listener. Aiden had a beautiful voice! And then there were sound effects which created a great atmosphere. So probably a completely different experience to reading it but it was such a great story anyway!
Phrynne wrote: "Leonie wrote: "Phrynne wrote: "Leonie wrote: "I've begun Illuminae - so far it's excellent! I wondered if I'd be able to get into it because of the unusual format, but I don't care ..."I am *this* close to finishing the audiobook of Illuminae and am absolutely awestruck by the production - it seems to be literally a different narrator for every single character (though some probably double up by doing slightly different voices for minor characters), and yes, the sound effects are brilliant. It's more like listening to a movie than an audiobook. I've listened to hundreds of audiobooks, and the production value of this one blows all the rest out of the water!
Ah, I see audio books are finally getting some deserved recognition :)) it's like two different experiences of the same book isn't it? Double the value ;)
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So glad you agree Sally! I am also quite a heavy user of audiobooks and this one is just brilliant:)
Sally wrote: "Phrynne wrote: "Leonie wrote: "Phrynne wrote: "Leonie wrote: "I've begun Illuminae - so far it's excellent! I wondered if I'd be able to get into it because of the unusual format, b..."I love audiobooks - for the car, exercising, and just because. However this one seems extra special! I may just have to purchase it!
Hi All, Last night I started reading Fighting The StormMy Breast Cancer Journey by Marcia Burns. I believe she is a young Australian woman diagnosed with breast cancer. I am half way through already, it was hard to put down. A very powerful read. I have read a few breast cancer related books and this one stands out so far. Very touching.
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I think everyone has been touched by this in some way Joan...hard to write about too I'd say. Welcome to the group!
Brenda wrote: "Joan wrote: "Hi All, Last night I started reading Fighting The StormMy Breast Cancer Journey by Marcia Burns. I believe she is a young Australian woman diagnosed w..."Thank you Brenda. Yes, I tend to read these books, I am a 10 year survivor. :)
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Joan wrote: "Brenda wrote: "Joan wrote: "Hi All, Last night I started reading Fighting The StormMy Breast Cancer Journey by Marcia Burns. I believe she is a young Australian wo..."That is great Joan. Good to hear those stories of survival.
So in the last couple of days, I finished
, which I gave 4 stars and I just finished
which I also gave 4 stars. If you can get past the terrible editing in this series, it's well worth the effort. It's a really interesting story!
Kiera wrote: "So in the last couple of days, I finished ..."Keira, and others, could I get you to post the link as well as the book cover :)
The reason I ask is this. When you are reading the posts on the application the links show up but the covers are blank. So all I see is:
"...I finished , which I gave 4 stars and I just finished which I also gave...."
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Sally906 wrote: "Kiera wrote: "So in the last couple of days, I finished ..."Keira, and others, could I get you to post the link as well as the book cover :)
The reason I ask is this. When you are reading the p..."
Doctor Who: Forever Autumn and Beautifully Broken
I've listened to the audio, but now I'm reading The Minor Adjustment Beauty Salon. Two readings is not too many for this series!
52% of the way through The Sun, the Moon and Maybe the Trains
and also reading The Whitechapel Fiend
and Plugged
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The TV series was good too. You could make it three!
Currently reading The Longest Ride by Nicholas Sparks.One of my books from the meet and book swap with other Goodreaders. Thanks Marianne for grabbing this one for me.
Dale wrote: "Currently reading The Longest Ride by Nicholas Sparks.One of my books from the meet and book swap with other Goodreaders. Thanks Marianne for grabbing this one for me."
You're very welcome, Dale!
Phrynne wrote: "Marianne wrote: "I've listened to the audio, but now I'm reading The Minor Adjustment Beauty Salon. Two readings is not too many for this series!"The TV series was good too. You c..."
Yes, have watched all the DVDs
I will be starting Three Lives Down by Rachel Amphlettvery soon. Can't wait! I know Brenda loved it.
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Ooh yes! You're in for a treat Veronica!!!
This weeks reads are:Still reading The Lake House by Kate Morton - is a big book so my arms get tired reading it - will finish it in the next day or so - loving it!
Then end of last week I started Ink and Bone by Rachel Caine - still not sure what I think - started off a bit blah, but is coming good now so hopefully will stay good. Love the plot!
And this morning I started a cosy mystery Drizzled with Death by Jessie Crockett and loving it - such fun. Even the victim falling face first into a plateful of maple syrup covered pancakes had me chuckling as they tried to find a pulse on the sticky neck.
Ummmm - maybe its just me who finds it funny, I mean it is murder isn't it - I guess I shouldn't be chuckling at it :)
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Still reading The Lake House by Kate Morton - is a big book so my arms get tired reading it - will finish it in the next day or so - loving it..."
I was thinking about Ink and Bone for the November challenge if I have time left at the end of the month. You don't make it sound exciting though:)
The Secret Chord by Geraldine Brooks. Silly me got carried away with the "celebrity" status of Geraldine and didn't read any reviews beforehand. About 30% through the book but at this stage I simply could have reached for my Bible, opened up quickly at Samuel Chapter 27 and voila!! I do hope that there is a twist further on in the book.
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The Secret Chord by Geraldine Brooks was an excellent book in my opinion Jeanette. There have been many varied reviews, but I went into it with the view that it's entirely fiction:) I hope it improves for you.
Jeanette wrote: "The Secret Chord by Geraldine Brooks. Silly me got carried away with the "celebrity" status of Geraldine and didn't read any reviews beforehand. About 30% through the book but at this stage I simpl..."And some of us will say you might have got a better view of the story, Jeanette. But then, I was one who didn't like the Geraldine Brooks version, even as fiction. So it will be interesting to see what you think. As Brenda said, it has certainly divided opinion.
Jeanette wrote: "The Secret Chord by Geraldine Brooks. Silly me got carried away with the "celebrity" status of Geraldine and didn't read any reviews beforehand. About 30% through the book but at this stage I simpl..."Brenda wrote: "Jeanette wrote: "The Secret Chord by Geraldine Brooks. Silly me got carried away with the "celebrity" status of Geraldine and didn't read any reviews beforehand. About 30% through the book but at t..."
Thanks for your comments but thus far it is very close to Biblical accounts. Having been drilled in the Bible as a child something imprinted in my brain. However, I do have an open mind and I am sure Geraldine will surprise me.
I'm new to Goodreads and hope to get lots of new and varied suggestions
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I am currently reading Plugged
, All the Butterflies in the World
(because I couldn't just readThe Sun, the Moon and Maybe the Trains
and leave it at that!) and I started Secret North
while I was waiting at the doctor surgery for my appointment... Because I just can't stay away from that wonderful series, even when I am already reading other books! Lol.
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Brenda wrote: "I agree with you about the Wishing series Kiera! So good:)"The thing is, I am trying not to read them too fast, because I don't want it to end! I will be so sad when it does! I am just so in love with those characters.
Phrynne wrote: "I was thinking about Ink and Bone for the November challenge if I have time left at the end of the month. You don't make it sound exciting though:) ..."I am only up to chapter 3 - so are just my initial thoughts :)
Chapter 1 was a bit in your face in one or two parts but makes sense now I've read on - by the time I get to the end it may be a 5 star!!!
Among other things I am reading, right now a short story The House on Hill Street by Judy Nunn, am filling in time before the next challenge :)This is proving to be quite a gory but riveting read :)
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So glad to know that I am not the only one who felt that way!