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Oct 02, 2009 03:46AM
Hello, has anyone read any books by JOhn Sandford?? What is the best book by him to start with??? Does he need to be read in order???
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Fiona, I haven't read Atkinson's When Will There Be Good News yet. I'd love to hear what people who have read it think.
Sakura wrote: "Hello, has anyone read any books by JOhn Sandford?? What is the best book by him to start with??? Does he need to be read in order???"I read one of his out of order and thought it was mediocre writing, but it was action-packed. My husband isn't as picky as I am and enjoys what he's read of his. I don't think I missed out on anything by reading out of order, but maybe that was the problem. :-)
Faith wrote: "Fiona, I haven't read Atkinson's When Will There Be Good News yet. I'd love to hear what people who have read it think."
Its very, very good, highly recommended!
One of my top five books is Alone in Berlin by Hans Fallada. I Strongly recomend it. Written in the 40's and only just been translated. It will have you up all night!
"Mystic River" by Dennis Lehane was quite disappointing. In fact I gave it up halfway through. There is hardly any mystery solving.Language is sub standard.Picked up "No Wind of Blame' by Georgette Heyer. So far good.
Sakura, I really enjoy John Sandford's books and have been reading them for about 20 years - give or take. And I've read them in order. In my opinion, reading them in order is important because of the relationships developed. The books are some of my favorites. I'm referring to the "Prey" books now. The other short series he has written are great reads, too, and I've read them in order, but there are so few in each series that you can pick up the string with whichever book you choose. Right now, I'm rereading Ed McBain's 87th Precinct books in order (back to the 60s) and enjoying them immensely.
Sandra wrote: "Sakura, I really enjoy John Sandford's books and have been reading them for about 20 years - give or take. And I've read them in order. In my opinion, reading them in order is important because o..."I absolutely agree with Sandra. I've read all of the Prey books (I think) and enjoyed every one of them. They are gritty, good stories. I think reading them in order really helps, because you see Lucas and his relationships change over time. It's worth it to read them in order.
Carey wrote: "Faith wrote: "Fiona, I haven't read Atkinson's When Will There Be Good News yet. I'd love to hear what people who have read it think."
Its very, very good, highly recommended!
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I have really enjoyed all three of the Atkinson books. They are at the top of my list of highly recommended books!
Susanna wrote: "Waiting in the wings - The Girl Who Played with Fire."I am right in the middle of this one right now. Engrossing (but also frustrating: I want everything to get explained!)
Still reading Case Histories - Kate Atkinson. Also decided to listen to American Wife - Curtis Sittenfeld (21hrs 30 mins) as this is a library copy and needs to be sent back before I go away on Friday lunchtime. Next will listen to Betty:The Autobiography - Betty Driver.
I am reading The Frightened Man by Kenneth Cameron... Jack the Ripper type of story. So far, so good. Haven't read this author before, but well written.
Martha wrote: "Sandra wrote: "Sakura, I really enjoy John Sandford's books and have been reading them for about 20 years - give or take. And I've read them in order. In my opinion, reading them in order is impo..."I've read the first two so far, and liked 'em. I will admit Lucas is slightly annoying (his women issues), but I think they are fairly suspenceful.
Heidi wrote: "I am reading The Frightened Man by Kenneth Cameron... Jack the Ripper type of story. So far, so good. Haven't read this author before, but well written."That's sitting on my shelf at the moment, I'd like to know what you think when you finish.
I'm reading An Echo in the Bone by Diana Gabaldon, her latest in the Outlander series. I have a little under 300 more pages out of the 800+. I got to met Gabaldon last weekend, so much fun. There are so many good books waiting for me and new ones I want coming out that I may not get to this month's read. Probably going to read Audrey Niffenegger's new one next.
Heidi wrote: "Martha wrote: "Sandra wrote: "Sakura, I really enjoy John Sandford's books and have been reading them for about 20 years - give or take. And I've read them in order. In my opinion, reading them i..."He does get a litte more PC as the series goes along; even ends up with a very strong woman. So there is hope, even for him!
Dorie wrote: "Victoria wrote: "Dorie wrote: "I've just started Even by Andrew Grant (who is Lee Child's brother). Only a couple of chapters in but his storyline is very similar to something Lee w..."Dorie: Thanks for giving me the low down on "Even". I will wait now and try it from the library. There are too many other books on my list to read and many of those have great reviews, so I will work my way through them fast.
Kathy wrote: "I'm reading An Echo in the Bone by Diana Gabaldon, her latest in the Outlander series. I have a little under 300 more pages out of the 800+. I got to met Gabaldon last weekend, so ..."Kathy:
I have followed the "Outlander" series since I bought the first book in an airport store in 1991! I am in the middle of "An Echo in the Bone" right now, and glad to get back to a visit with all the usuasl friends in the series. Great fun that you got to meet Diana! She seems so funny in interviews, and in the little tidbits she writes on her webpage. Hope she was as funny in real life. I am a little disappointed in how much of the story so far is dedicated to Lord John, though.
Victoria, I agree that a large portion of the story in the first half involves Lord, but it does swing back to Jamie and Claire in Part 5. Of course, William is a part of that story now, too. I'm starting Part 6 today, page 617 out of 820 pages. I have to laugh, though, as I see it starts out with Lord John.
Kathy wrote: "Victoria, I agree that a large portion of the story in the first half involves Lord, but it does swing back to Jamie and Claire in Part 5. Of course, William is a part of that story now, too. I'm..."Kathy:
I love all of her books, don't get me wrong, but my least favorites are the LJ books. I just can't seem to get into him as much as Diana does! She obviously knows something about him that I don't! haha I am glad to see that William is appearing more in this book though. I am about half way through and loving every minute. IT is always such fun after so much anticipation to visit with all the old friends in these books. Let's hope that we do not have to wait as long for the next book....and that it might not be the last one.
I'm reading "Night and Day" by Robert B. Parker. The best part of the Jesse Stone novel, they are a quick and entertaining read. I love the relationship between Molly and Jesse...but Jesse's ex-wife needs to go. She's irritating.
Kathy wrote: "I'm reading An Echo in the Bone by Diana Gabaldon, her latest in the Outlander series. I have a little under 300 more pages out of the 800+. I got to met Gabaldon last weekend, so ..."I'm envious... got to meet Ms. Gabaldon! Love the Outlander series...
Just finished the audio of American Wife - Curtis Sittenfeld. Going to carry on and finish Case Histories - Kate Atkinson. Also today I am listening to Scarpetta - Patricia Cornwell and read my Book Circle book too.
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I just finished Kathy Reichs's Deja Dead and really enjoyed it... my first book by her but definitely not the last! Very fast read and great plot. Now on to 206 Bones...Thanks for the suggestion!!!
I recently finished Keeper, by Greg Rucka. I read this after seeing lots of good comments. I was somewhat disappointed. Rucka is a mediocre writer with often clunky sentences and dialogue. The plot itself is okay, but similar to many others so there were no real surprises. The topic of abortion, however, does allow Rucka to manipulate our emotions very effectively, although I wonder how a pro-life advocate would respond to this book.
Just started House of Leaves it is my October Book club read for Everyone's Choice here on GR
Susan wrote: "I just finished Kathy Reichs's Deja Dead and really enjoyed it... my first book by her but definitely not the last! Very fast read and great plot. Now on to 206 Bones...Thanks for the suggestion!!!" try to go in order with her books and read 206 bones last. it will be worth it
Victoria wrote: "Kathy wrote: "Victoria, I agree that a large portion of the story in the first half involves Lord, but it does swing back to Jamie and Claire in Part 5. Of course, William is a part of that story ..."I know what you mean. Gabaldon apparently is quite taken with her Lord John Grey character. I just don't think I would enjoy the series with him like I do the Outlander books with Jamie and Claire. I do like Grey, but I, like you Victoria, am not as into him as I need to be to read the series. However, I may one day give the first one a try. Have you read the LJ books?
I just picked Up from the library The Sweetnest at the Bottom of the Pie-Alan Bradley. It looked pretty good. I need a bit of jolly right now.[image error]
Rhonda, I agree with you on the Jesse Stone reads, he needs to move on and "git rid" of x wife. Do you read the Spenser series? I have always liked that series.Janice
Last night I finished Case Histories - Kate Atkinson which had a bit weird ending. Now I am going to listen to Betty : The Autobiography - Betty Driver & Goodnight, Beautiful - Dorothy Koomson & going to read my Book Circle book.
The Fortune Teller's Daughter A Novel I finished this book only because I had no other book. My delivery for work was 2 hrs late so I read this book to pass the time, otherwise it would of been tossed at about page 50. n/r The Last Olympian and Uglies
I just started Case Histories by Kate Atkinson it seems a bit weird but will keep at it. I have her other 2 books so will follow the trilogy. Also have the new Robert Parker book and the Nevada Barr book so have plenty to read if we have snow this week-end.I never read anything by John Sanford however my book discussion group is going to read Randy Wayne White and Sanibel Flats next month has anyone read his Doc Ford series. Janice
Janice wrote: "I just started Case Histories by Kate Atkinson it seems a bit weird but will keep at it. I have her other 2 books so will follow the trilogy. Also have the new Robert Parker book and the Nevada B..."Janice, Case Histories you will need to follow stories closely hon xx
I am reading The Girl Who Kicked the Hornets Nest by Stieg Larsson. For once we in Australia have a book released here before it's available in the US - doesn't happen often. I loved the first 2 books in the series and have found myself slowing down towards the end of this one as I don't want the adventures with Lisbeth to end.
Fiona curently I read a book on alchimist, but also polic. I'm so much passionate, that I always take this book in the bus, consultations so anywhere
Carol, I read Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie and loved it hope you do too.
I finally did and audio book. I started out small. The Curious Case of Benjamin Button. It wasn't as bad as I thought. Gonna try it again!
Kathy wrote: "Victoria wrote: "Kathy wrote: "Victoria, I agree that a large portion of the story in the first half involves Lord, but it does swing back to Jamie and Claire in Part 5. Of course, William is a pa..."Kathy:
I have read the very first LJ book, Lord John Grey and the Private Matter. IT was several years ago, but I just could not get into it too much. I like him, but his stories just do not attract me the way the OUtlander series has. She definitely likes him better than a most people do, if you read the reviews on B&N and Amazon. I keep seeing the same comments....."TOO MUCH LJG and if we wanted to read so much about him we would buy his series." But she is the author, has written a great series and I guess we just have to trust her. I am hoping that the next one is not 4 years away! And then maybe it is just that I have not read all the LJ novels, but can't get into them. Victoria
Just finished Betty:The Autobiography - Betty Driver. Will now read my Book Circle book.
Kathy wrote: "I'm reading An Echo in the Bone by Diana Gabaldon, her latest in the Outlander series. I have a little under 300 more pages out of the 800+. I got to met Gabaldon last weekend, so ..."
Me too, just at the beginning of part 4. I haven't had much chance to read the last week or so, I usually blaze right through a Gabaldon. Read the first LJ, didn't care for it though, and haven't followed up on them.
Although I enjoy the sections about Brianna and Roger, I can't say I care much for the William sections. I suppose they are necessary [to an extent:], but I feel like it's a little too much.
Me too, just at the beginning of part 4. I haven't had much chance to read the last week or so, I usually blaze right through a Gabaldon. Read the first LJ, didn't care for it though, and haven't followed up on them.
Although I enjoy the sections about Brianna and Roger, I can't say I care much for the William sections. I suppose they are necessary [to an extent:], but I feel like it's a little too much.
I loved those book and I was very exiting about them. I love some stange books like those and sometime novels.currently I read about alchimist, sorcerer and witch. I'm very intersting by them. Maybe am I in my period fantastic
Pontalba, I felt the same way you did at first about the William sections, but by the end of the book I had grown fond of William. And, yes, I quite enjoy Brianna and Roger and their family. I love that they live at Lallybroch. I don't think any of that would be considered "spoiler" material, so I didn't mark it as such.
Fiona wrote: "Oh I so want to read that Bernadette but my dumbass library are being SLOW!"
I succumbed ti impatience and bought a copy
I succumbed ti impatience and bought a copy
Bernadette wrote: "Fiona wrote: "Oh I so want to read that Bernadette but my dumbass library are being SLOW!"I succumbed ti impatience and bought a copy
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This one isn't available in the United States until next June. Argghhhhhh!
Janice wrote: "Carol, I read Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie and loved it hope you do too."Yes I did. I recommended it for my young nieces to read. It was very well written.
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