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[David]

GOT here too. Love it.

[Janet , Moderator]

Brenda wrote: "Janet, I'd binge watch GOT with you!! This is a show that after watching one episode, I'd look at my husband and he'd look at me, and we'd go right into the next episode! It's funny, but there wo..."

Can well imagine, there have been some heart stopping moments, some 'where did that come from?' and the fight with 'the mountain', woo hoo!! Could list so many! We'll drag in Christine too, get her started on some excellent shows!! ;0))

[Marian]

I should mention thou,that the books are awesome..just saying:)

[Christine]

Brenda wrote: "I'm surprised no one has mentioned Game of Thrones. Our son got us watching that, and it didn't take long at all to hook us. I think it may be the best TV show I've ever seen. Great for binge wa..."

What is that about anyway, Brenda?

[Sean, Moderator]

Yes I have Game of Thrones to watch.

Spartacus to watch

The Vikings all to watch.

Trying to catch up on Strike Back, watched the first series.

Chicago Fire good as well.

Arrow, Flash, Stalker, Scorpion, all behind on.

More time now that Stricly Come Dancing, X Factor and Celebrity have finished.

Tonight the final of The Apprentise.

January starts the Voice, which I enjoy

[Patricia]

I do not watch any òf the reality shows. Sorry Sean, not for me. I watched Season 1 & 2 of GOT but not 3. Husband said we need to binge watch 1 & 2 agsin then go to 3 & 4. Anymore I think shows are better if you binge watch them rather than week to week.
Christine - The Closer is another wonderful show.

[Patricia]

If not for news and sports, I think we could get rid of our satellite TV.

[Janet , Moderator]

Nooooo, definitely need my satellite tv!! ;-)

[Christine]

Pat wrote: "I do not watch any òf the reality shows. Sorry Sean, not for me. I watched Season 1 & 2 of GOT but not 3. Husband said we need to binge watch 1 & 2 agsin then go to 3 & 4. Anymore I think shows..."

What is the Closer about in one sentence, Pat?

[Christine]

Pat wrote: "If not for news and sports, I think we could get rid of our satellite TV."

Do you mean cable, Pat? Cable is best for news and sports where I am and they are the reason I stick with cable. Can't not see my Twins or local news guys.

[Patricia]

Christine -the Closer is a homicide/detective show in LA, California where the Chief is a woman from the South just newly appointed as she tries to adapt to LA; and her specialty for the job is getting criminals to confess, hence, the closer to a crime. How's that for 1 sentence!

I meant satellite TV - DirectTV. My husband and I are both from Pittsburgh, PA and we can watch the Pittsburgh teams. Yes, that's an extra charge.

[Janet , Moderator]

A candle holder just kind of melted...... and it was a glass one!

[Lynn Renee]

Janet wrote: "A candle holder just kind of melted...... and it was a glass one!"

Wow, that candle had to be burning really hot.

[Christine]

Janet wrote: "A candle holder just kind of melted...... and it was a glass one!"

Well, that was the perfect topper to your exciting day, Janet!! LOL!!

[Christine]

Pat wrote: "Christine -the Closer is a homicide/detective show in LA, California where the Chief is a woman from the South just newly appointed as she tries to adapt to LA; and her specialty for the job is ge..."

Wow, that actually sounds really good, Pat.

[Kirsten]

Pat wrote: "Robin wrote: "Janet wrote: "Haven't been reading much of late, staying up late boxsetting and catching some movies."

"Boxsetting" should be in the dictionary, I somehow always boxset whenever I'm..."

I really want to watch that. Sure wish my library would get it!! LOL!!

[Kirsten]

Marian wrote: "Another here,who loves watching Game of Thrones:)"

Me, too! I'm all caught up until the next season is released on DVD!

[Kirsten]

Pat wrote: "Christine -the Closer is a homicide/detective show in LA, California where the Chief is a woman from the South just newly appointed as she tries to adapt to LA; and her specialty for the job is ge..."

I loved The Closer. Great ensemble cast!

[Brenda]

Christine wrote: "Brenda wrote: "I'm surprised no one has mentioned Game of Thrones. Our son got us watching that, and it didn't take long at all to hook us. I think it may be the best TV show I've ever seen. Gre..."

Well, Christine, I've been pondering your question, and hoping someone would answer before me. I doubt I can do the show justice, but here goes. Game of Thrones is about a medieval fantasy world consisting of warring houses vieing for the Iron Throne. There is intrigue, violence, sex, loyalty, betrayal, wisdom, mystery, innocence, depravity, strength, power, and love. There are stories and history within each family and between the families. There is a looming larger catastrophe that is developing. It is intense.

[Malina]

Brenda wrote: "Christine wrote: "Brenda wrote: "I'm surprised no one has mentioned Game of Thrones. Our son got us watching that, and it didn't take long at all to hook us. I think it may be the best TV show I'..."

I love GOT! Both the books and the series

[Ty]

TV just doesn't hold my attention. The only TV I watch Is news and maybe half an hour of sports a week.

Guess I am very much in the minority :)

[David]

Brenda wrote: "Christine wrote: "Brenda wrote: "I'm surprised no one has mentioned Game of Thrones. Our son got us watching that, and it didn't take long at all to hook us. I think it may be the best TV show I'..."

A perfect summary, Brenda. Bravo!

[Brenda]

Thank you, David!

[Christine]

Brenda wrote: "Christine wrote: "Brenda wrote: "I'm surprised no one has mentioned Game of Thrones. Our son got us watching that, and it didn't take long at all to hook us. I think it may be the best TV show I'..."

Wow, thanks for that, Brenda. You actually make fantasy sound good. I have not been moved by the thought of reading fantasy, though I have promised David to try Alloria, one of his fantasy books. Can a nonfantasy book fan possibly be engaged by Game of Thrones? This is a question for anyone. Janet, you will say "yes"--can you put the explanation for that in words? I cannot wrap my head around this.

[Patricia]

Yes, I'm not a big fantasy fan but have read some - maybe 3 books. For GOT, think medieval soap opera where anyone can get killed and does; but there are a few extra dragons, witches and such that a 'normal' soap opera doesn't cover.

[Janet , Moderator]

Christine wrote: "Brenda wrote: "Christine wrote: "Brenda wrote: "I'm surprised no one has mentioned Game of Thrones. Our son got us watching that, and it didn't take long at all to hook us. I think it may be the ..."

Fantasy is easy to watch. Lord of the Rings for example is very visual and a feast for the eyes. Easy storytelling that doesn't require much engagement. GOT is a bit like old swashbuckling with Errol Flynn, a mixture of different things. I can watch various genres, a whole mixture of different programmes but I wouldn't necessarily read a book on how brides select their wedding dresses!! Banal watching is very different from reading. Watching fantasy is a quick two - three hours. A book is a much bigger commitment and I only want to read what I pretty much know will hold my interest. Realistically there isn't enough time to read what I do want without wandering into territory that isn't my favourite. And let's face it, we acquire different likes and dislikes pretty much all the time, and time is the key, it's a time thing. I'm going to the cinema later to watch the last Hobbit film with my elder two girls, wouldn't read the book in a gazillion years. Maybe I'm just weird?!!! ;0))

[Kirsten]

You know I don't put Game of Thrones in the same group as Tolkien. It's more like watching I, Claudius with dragons than watching Lord of the Rings.

[Janet , Moderator]

It's still fantasy to me, genres within fantasy I guess.

[Janet , Moderator]

I'm taking a social media break so just wanted to say hope everyone has a happy and relaxing Christmas. Catch you soon.

J x

[Sue]

Thanks Janet, and I wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

[David]

A Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all from me, too.

[Sue]

Thanks David, and a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to you and your family!

[Brenda]

Happy holidays to all Good Thriller members!

[Sean, Moderator]

Merry Christmas everyone, have a great 2015.

Thanks for being part of this group

[Tim The Enchanter]

Merry Cristmas all! Enjoy your families, eat lots of food and remember not to mix holidays spirits and driving!

[Sue]

Merry Christmas everyone! Enjoy this special time, and try not to pig out too much!

[Marian]

And Merry Christmas to each and every one of you..my Goodreads Friends:)Stay safe,have fun,and enjoy!

[[deleted user]]

Merry Christmas to all! :) xxxx

[Aymen]

Merry Christmas and happy new year - from your muslim friend- :)

[Ter'e]

Hi all,

Merry Christmas to all who celebrate. Happy Holidays or Happy Winter to anyone else.

Aymen......my friend........you just continue to be your happy, dear self.

Our son is coming for dinner tomorrow. I started cooking today. The wind is howling here in FL..........it's balmy out........gray and white skies........tolerable.

Hope everyone is doing well. My love to all and my thanks (sincerely) to those running our group.

[Patricia]

I like Janet will be off-line for awhile. We are traveling up to my son's for the weekend. Merry Christmas to everyone. Happy Holidays to those who celebrate a different time of the year. Stay safe and thanks to everyone for your time and good wishes on this group. It is such an enjoyment to know all of you.

[Kirsten]

Merry Christmas All! Best wishes for this Season! Every one stay safe and spend time with your families and friends!

[Tom]

Santa has been very good to me.


As pictured above, three of the books I got (My Family and Other Animals, The Original Folk and Fairy Tales of the Brothers Grimm and A Peace to End All Peace: The Fall of the Ottoman Empire and the Creation of the Modern Middle East) were on my Amazon Christmas wish list. In addition, my daughter gave me House of Leaves which is on the reading list of Literary Darkness, another group I participate in.

What books did Santa bring the rest of you?

[Sandysbookaday (taking a step back for a while)]

Wolf Hall and Bring Up the Bodies both by Hilary Mantel!...but no Glenfiddich with mine 8:(
Wishing you all a Merry Christmas (Boxing Day now here in NZ)/ festive season and may all your dreams come tru in 2015. 8:D

[David]

Your stack looks similar to mine Tom, albeit with different books and Glenlivet in place of Glenfiddich.

[Tom]

David wrote: "Your stack looks similar to mine Tom, albeit with different books and Glenlivet in place of Glenfiddich."

What books did you get?

[David]

My family did really well, looking at books I've enjoyed and picked some I'm really looking forward to reading:

Watching You
You're Mine Now
Mr. Penumbra's 24-Hour Bookstore

[Sean, Moderator]

Hi

I have worked for six hours adding four pages of "In Memory 2014 on my web site.

Hope you will have a look.

http://www.thestarsphotos.com

[Sue]

Sean, Your collection is amazing. I will go back and enjoy it some more. What a hobby and an amazing Collection that all can enjoy.

Thank you

Sue

[Sean, Moderator]

Thanks Sue