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Tidewater is 3.99 on kindle and an additional 1.99 for voice, in the U.S, not sure about Europe.
Diane , I got it as a read now on NetGalley and it was after the publication date so I haven't been compelled to get to it but I recently read a good review of it . I love the cover .
Diane, I saw that Tidewater: A Novel of Pocahontas and the Jamestown Colony is cheaper for me too now. 8.44USD at Audible. Thanks.
I have completed Dandelion Wine, a favorite of many. It didn't work for me. I explain why in my review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Chrissie wrote: "What do you mean by, 'It's not going to be out in time for me'?"Well, I was hoping to have read it by the time the Man Booker's shortlist is announced. So I'll be starting it very soon.
I can't believe they've waited so long to get it out.
Chuck wrote: "Chrissie wrote: "What do you mean by, 'It's not going to be out in time for me.?'"Well, I was hoping to have read it by the time the Man Booker's shortlist is announced. So I'll be starting it ve..."
Now I understand.
It's been awhile since I posted here. August has been a hectic, busy and fun month for me; not much reading, though. I listened to The Distant Hours. It was a perfect commuting book to listen to. Lots of interesting backstory, twists and turns. It's not a "deep" novel but an intriguing, interesting one. I will look and read the author's other books.
My review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
I occasionally enjoy reading graphic novels. The artwork either makes or breaks them, I find. I enjoyed the artwork and the creepy stories of Through the Woods. This would make a wonderful, quick Halloween read.
My review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Yesterday, I finished Death Comes for the Archbishop. What a wonderful story and so incredibly written. I'm a Willa Cather fan and this book truly shows her at her best. The story is so warm, gentle, serene and peaceful. It shows respect for all parties and tells the history of the Southwest during Father Latour's life (in real life, Father Lamy) in a caring, understanding way.
My review (which does not do the book justice): https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Jen wrote: "Finished The Marriage of Opposites. Here is my review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show..."Hmm, so really only the Rachael part worked for you. I loved it from start to finish; it never waned for me. Oh well.
Chrissie wrote: "Jen wrote: "Finished The Marriage of Opposites. Here is my review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show..."Hmm, so really only the Rachael part worked for you. I loved it..."
Still a good read - I have to catch up on her other books as that's only the 3rd one I've read of hers.
Chrissie wrote: "Jen wrote: "Finished The Marriage of Opposites. Here is my review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show..."Hmm, so really only the Rachael part worked for you. I loved it..."
Have to admit I enjoyed all of this book too. But Rachel's story was my favorite part
Jen, Angela, and Diane, I liked watching how what happened to Camille Pissarro's mother (Rachel) shaped her and then subsequently Camille. I think it is interesting to see how we each fasten on to different aspects of the novel. I think this is why people react differently to a book.....and you cannot quite peg that before opening the cover.
I liked the whole story , the writing, the atmosphere, the history, the colors - Chrissie. At some point I felt it slow moving which is why I gave it 4 instead of 5 stars .
Angela, yeah, vivid, the colors is one thing everybody notices. Funny, I could even give it five! THAT is pretty amazing for me. When I run into a book of fiction that moves me A LOT, I am utterly amazed. ;0)
I like when you give a work of fiction 5 stars too . It definitely makes me take notice of the book. If I hadn't already read it , I would would have added it because of your review,
Angela, :0) . You know I don't do that often, but you see that it doesn't mean another will react as I did. Jen didn't like it it at all as much. The trick is to fit the right book to the right person, NOT to "rate" books actually. i think about this all the time.
Chrissie wrote: "Angela, :0) . You know I don't do that often, but you see that it doesn't mean another will react as I did. Jen didn't like it it at all as much. The trick is to fit the right book to the right per..."It's true - love the different perspectives. And it could have been just me - not sure but it did take me a full week to read which could have been just life taking over and making the read too gappy. Not sure. I did love Rachel's perspective though and would have been happy just with her story. But, Chrissie you are absolutely right about Camille and Rachel shaping his life. I like the idea of the right book to the right person. Sometimes an easy fit; other times, not so much.
Jen, :0)I was also very interested in Camille since he started the Impressionist Movement, art which I really like.
I just finished rereading Mansfield Park via audiobook. Wanda McCaddon did an excellent narration but I had hoped I might like this Austen novel more this time and instead liked it less. You can read my reasons here:http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/...
Leslie - a shame. My favourite. I must be prudish, since I like Fanny Price best of all Austen's heroines!
John wrote: "Leslie - a shame. My favourite. I must be prudish, since I like Fanny Price best of all Austen's heroines!"I know which is one reason why I thought I should give it another try! Ah well, variety is the spice of life :)
I read Dark Confessions of an Extraordinary, Ordinary Woman and it is a very good book. Big surprise about women's life in Canada.
Also finished When the Doves Disappeared. Much more to think about in this one!My review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
I finished the last of Faulkner's major novels I hadn't read before Sunday night, Sanctuary. You can see my review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
I just finished Brave New World by Aldous Huxley. It was brilliant; I gave it five stars. I'll probably write a review soon.
Charbel wrote: "I just finished Brave New World by Aldous Huxley. It was brilliant; I gave it five stars. I'll probably write a review soon."I loved that when I read it years ago & have always had a soft spot in my heart for Huxley since. Seeing you reading this helped me choose my next book of short stories, Collected Short Stories by him :-)
One of my favorites from my school days. Made a big impression on me, Charbel.Finished Thirteen Ways of Looking
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Charbel wrote: "I just finished Brave New World by Aldous Huxley. It was brilliant; I gave it five stars. I'll probably write a review soon."I've GOT to read this soon. I did love 1984.
Glad you enjoyed it so much Charbel :)
I finished two books over the past couple of days, both audio books:The Tiger: A True Story of Vengeance and Survival. I really enjoyed this book. It's a bit melodramatic but the blend of history (people, country, some anthropological), myths, facts and mysterious tigers makes for an interesting story.
My review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Eleven on Top. I listened to this while jogging. It's brain candy, I know, but a very good jogging book: humour, some storyline, fun and crazy antics. I can't defend myself for reading this series but candy is candy. :D
My review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Petra; I agree about Vaillant's book. He has another good one: The Golden Spruce: A True Story of Myth, Madness, and Greed
I'm glad you liked Brave New World, Charbel. I read it twice and each time I really loved it.Leslie, I too read a collection of short stories by Aldous Huxley some years ago, I really like his writing! I should read his other novels, too.
Finished Cosmopolis by Don DeLillo yesterday. What an odd book! (has anyone seen the movie?) A very clever, coldish analysis on the relationship of money, market and human in the 21th century, with a main character that could be the prototype of the cynical stock exchange operator if he weren't quoting Einstein in original language and musing on linguistic riddels, while - in mildly curious anticipation - watching his very own end unfold. The plot is quite a construction and maybe questionable, but his DeLillo's language made up for that.
Chrissie wrote: "Petra; I agree about Vaillant's book. He has another good one: The Golden Spruce: A True Story of Myth, Madness, and Greed"Thanks, Chrissie! I'll look for that one. It does sound good.
Petra wrote: "Chrissie wrote: "Petra; I agree about Vaillant's book. He has another good one: The Golden Spruce: A True Story of Myth, Madness, and Greed"Thanks, Chrissie! I'll look for that one. ..."
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Jenny wrote: "Finished Cosmopolis by Don DeLillo yesterday. What an odd book! (has anyone seen the movie?) A very clever, coldish analysis on the relationship of money, market and human in the 21th ..."Jenny, I have enjoyed a number of Delillo's novels but found them all a little strange. However, this one sounds on a different level altogether. I will need to keep it in mind.
Marina wrote: "I'm glad you liked Brave New World, Charbel. I read it twice and each time I really loved it.Leslie, I too read a collection of short stories by Aldous Huxley some years ..."
I have his novel Chrome Yellow on my list to read sometime this year, if you would like to join me!
Albert wrote: "Jenny wrote: "Finished Cosmopolis by Don DeLillo yesterday. What an odd book! (has anyone seen the movie?) A very clever, coldish analysis on the relationship of money, market and huma..."LOl, yes, strange seems apt. It always takes me a while to access his writing, but I've come to really like it. Still have Point Omega by him on my shelf, waiting to be read. Do you have a favourite by him so far Albert?
Leslie wrote: "I have his novel Chrome Yellow on my list to read sometime this year, if you would like to join me! "I don't think I can do that, Leslie, I have so many books I want to read this year and I don't even know if I'll have enough time... Sorry!
Jenny wrote: "Albert wrote: "Jenny wrote: "Finished Cosmopolis by Don DeLillo yesterday. What an odd book! (has anyone seen the movie?) A very clever, coldish analysis on the relationship of money, ..."Underworld is definitely my favorite of his. Have you read it? It is a monster and once done, I wasn't competely sure what I thought of the adventure, but I wouldn't have missed it. I am like a lot of others, too, in that I think the first 70 pages of Underworld are incredible. I liked White Noise as well. I have nothing of his on my shelf currently, but every couple of years I feel the urge to try another one.
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