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What Are You Reading? - 2018
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I agree. It is incredible how little we have learnt after all the suffering already seen in every single corner of the world.
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Again, I think that is the same for every country. OK, we don't all have a Trump to contend with :-) , but all of us have prejudges to deal with. If you didn't see injustices around you, you'd probably be part of the problem!
And that's why we read. Sometimes it makes us uncomfortable as it holds the mirror up to our faces. That's a good thing because it makes us evaluate where we've been, where we're going, and where we'll like to go. Indian Horse was set during my formative years. While it was set in Ontario, I grew up in Alberta, 50 miles away from a residential school. I didn't even know it was there until I read this book and did some follow up research.
I understand. I live 8 miles away from Sean Ross, (Similar to the Magdalin laundries) made famous by the book The Lost Child of Philomena Lee: A Mother, Her Son and a 50 Year Search (the movie Philomena) - all those dead mothers and babies in unmarked graves. To say nothing of the troubles and the current crisis with our border. It never ends....
Finsihed The Romanov Empress. My review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...Also finished Paris in the Present Tense. Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
With the new Jurassic World coming out, I decided it was about time I read Jurassic Park. I loved it! I was surprised by how different it was from the movie. I liked several of the characters much better in the movie than I did in the book. (view spoiler)After finishing it, I went straight to the library website and borrowed The Lost World audio book. (view spoiler)
I just started The Wicked Deep. It has been a slow start, but I read in the reviews that the story really takes off after chapter 4 and that is where I am right now. I'm excited to see what happens during my weekend reading!
Laura (Lclwags) wrote: "With the new Jurassic World coming out, I decided it was about time I read Jurassic Park. I loved it! I was surprised by how different it was from the movie. I liked several of the ..."I think we buddy read this a while back. You might like to check out the thread.
I've got 2 books going at the moment. I'm listening to Britt-Marie Was Here and enjoying it. I've read 2 others by this author and was introduced to Britte-Marie in My Grandmother Asked Me to Tell You She's Sorry. I thought she was a bit of a busy-body prig of a woman in that one but here I feel a bit sorry for her even though she makes me laugh. I've been doing a lot of driving lately for work so I get in quite a bit of listening time. I was going to listen while I was working at my desk but I don't have an office with a door and I didn't want my co-workers thinking I was crazier than I am if I started laughing at nothing they could hear. I'm also reading The Woman in the Window. It reminds me of the movie Rear Window (Jimmy Stewart and Grace Kelly). House-bound woman checks out spies on) her neighborhood and the people in it (with her camera) and sees something she shouldn't. Her own story about how she became house-bound is unfolding slowly. Getting tense.
Laura (Lclwags) wrote: "With the new Jurassic World coming out, I decided it was about time I read Jurassic Park. I loved it! I was surprised by how different it was from the movie. I liked several of the ..."I read both Jurassic Park and The Lost World years ago, and I recently picked up Dragon Teeth thinking it would be somewhat similar. It wasn't. I probably should have read the synopsis beforehand, but I actually really liked it. It's about a young man who goes on a fossil-hunting expedition with a professor in the late 1800's. He ends up having more adventures than he bargained for and must brave lots of the perils of the Old West. What made it a really cool read was the factual information that the author wove in throughout the story. For example, the two rival professor's in the book were actual paleontologists during that time period. I kept having to google things to find out whether they were plot devices or real events. Not what I expected but a fun read anyway.
OML Roz are you my book twin?I just got the audion from the library ofBritt-Marie Was Here fom the libray because I had read My Grandmother Asked Me to Tell You She's Sorry.
I am also reading The Woman in the Window fir my rl book group
Roz wrote: "I've got 2 books going at the moment. I'm listening to Britt-Marie Was Here and enjoying it. I've read 2 others by this author and was introduced to Britte-Marie in [book:My Grandmo..."
I know. I am going to really freak if her next book isBrooklyn.Well maybe not since itws a group read
Renee wrote: "I know. I am going to really freak if her next book isBrooklyn.Well maybe not since itws a group read"That is too funny. Just so you don't freak I'll read The Boston Girl first. I'm planning on reading both. What else are you reading, so we can coordinate. ; )
I just finished The Woman in the Window. That was soooo good. I recommend it to everyone. Plus most of the action takes place in November so it's good for the Zodiac Challenge for anyone looking for that task (Sagittarius: Month).
Renee and Roz, if you also were born on the same year, you might pick the same book for the month challenge. :)
Currently started The Beautiful Dead - Belinda Bauer - OMG !! what an opening to the book - a serial killer looks to a tv presenter who is experienced in presenting quality crime shows - into advertising his next victim only to find that she herself is his next victim !! AGGGG ! how tense can this be ! will keep you posted !!
Great that you're enjoying the start of the book so much Adam. If you post any further updates, make sure to use spoiler tags if you write about anything content related.
Adam wrote: "Currently started The Beautiful Dead - Belinda Bauer - OMG !! what an opening to the book - a serial killer looks to a tv presenter who is experienced in presenting quality crime shows - into adver..."That sounds really interesting Adam. I am looking forward to hearing your thoughts at the end ;-)
I finished both books I had on the go: The Rosie Project and Scourged.I will start The Star Beast for my monthly challenge read on audiobook, and Brooklyn on ebook for the themed read today.
I finished Unaccustomed Earth for the ZZ challenge. I usually struggle with short stories collections, but I enjoyed this one and rated it 4 stars.I will start tonight Artemis, as my "earth like planet in the cover" task, also for the ZZ challenge.
Janice wrote: "Kristie wrote: "I've started The Outsider."I'm looking forward to hearing your comments."
I'm only about 20% in, but so far it's typical King writing with good storytelling and character development. I'm completely drawn into the story, but I can't explain what's going on at all. It makes perfect sense and no sense at all in that perfect King way. lol
I'm going to follow Roz and start the book she posted. The guy in the book I am currently reading for the monthly challenge is too drunk and annoying me.
I've been waiting for you, Cherie. I may go over and post some comments to get the discussion started. I've read about 30 pages so far. The chapters aren't numbered in my version (kindle) but rather with titles.
In the last few chapters of The Map of Salt and Stars - really good and the narration is superb! Fast forwarding myself into my possible cranky future with The Secret Diary of Hendrik Groen, 83¼ Years Old. And with Buzz Books 2018: Fall/Winter: Exclusive Excerpts from Forthcoming Titles by Stephen Carter, Jude Devereaux, Leif Enger, Barbara Kingsolver, Sarah Perry and 35 More.
What do you think of Hendrik Groen, Lilisa? I loved it, but I'm very curious about translations as some of the things in there were so very Dutch. I started and finished A Monster Calls today. Incredible how a small book can contain so much.
I just finished The Legend of Colton H. Bryant ( Alexandra Fuller is one of my absolute favorite authors *swoons* ) and have started Band of Angels. Not yet sure what I think of it, too early to tell :)
Annaki wrote: "I just finished The Legend of Colton H. Bryant ( Alexandra Fuller is one of my absolute favorite authors *swoons* ) and have started Band of Angels. Not..."I have a couple of her books on my TBR list. I enjoy her book titles.
Welcome to YLTO, Annaki.
I am still slowly making my way through Green Mansions. The drunk guy that was annoying me yesterday is in Strangers on a Train, which I picked for the July Monthly Challenge. I am listening to it, narrated by Bronson Pinchot. I am also reading The Boston Girl, Precious and Grace, and listening to Wil Wheaton narrate Head On. Lastly, I am reading The Skull Throne with a buddy read group.
Roz wrote: "Only 6, Cherie?"LOL - that seems my normal. :o)
Peggy wrote: "What do you think of Hendrik Groen, Lilisa? I loved it, but I'm very curious about translations as some of the things in there were so very Dutch. I started and finished [book:A Monster Calls|862..."
It's translated pretty well so far, Peggy. I'm only upto page 25 though. It's a nice easy read so far - I've chuckled a few times - that's a good sign :-)
Last night I finished The Storyteller. I had a hard time getting into it, but once I got going, I really liked it. It seems I've read quite a bit of stuff set during WWII recently though, and I'm ready for a break. I'm currently reading The Boston Girl as part of the group read and am enjoying it so far. I'm still looking for a good choice for the monthly challenge but am reading Ronia, the Robber's Daughter with my own daughter in the meantime. I've only read the first couple of chapters, but it's fun so far.
Then, I have a couple of nonfiction titles going. First, Zoom: How Everything Moves: From Atoms and Galaxies to Blizzards and Bees because I'm looking for a physics book that is accessible to those of us who are not well-versed in science for part of my daughter's homeschool curriculum for next year. I've read several books like this in the past couple of months, and although Zoom isn't my favorite, it's pretty good so far. I'm also reading Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking. I just love this title, and the information is comforting to a definite introvert like me.
Tricia wrote: "I'm looking for a physics book that is accessible to those of us who are not well-versed in science for part of my daughter's homeschool curriculum for next year..."I read this one a couple of years ago, Tricia. It may not be what you are looking for, but I thought it was interesting. Stuff Matters: Exploring the Marvelous Materials That Shape Our Man-Made World. I like to pick up a science book now and then. I read Why There's Antifreeze in Your Toothpaste: The Chemistry of Household Ingredients for a challenge last year.
Cherie wrote: "Tricia wrote: "I'm looking for a physics book that is accessible to those of us who are not well-versed in science for part of my daughter's homeschool curriculum for next year..."I read this one..."
Thanks, Cherie, I'm adding it to my TBR. So far my favorite has been Storm in a Teacup: The Physics of Everyday Life but I have a few more weeks to make a decision.
I finished The Star Beast for the monthly challenge. I will start Heartburn on audiobook tomorrow for the Zodiac challenge.
I finished Heartburn in one sitting. I couldn't stop listening to it. I'll start Age of War for my new release. I'm really looking forward to this book.
I'm currently reading The Boston Girl. I am enjoying it, but it is far from my normal read, but reading for the July challenge. I'm picking up A Monster Calls at the library tonight, because someone recommended it several posts back. AND for my neighborhood book club I'll soon be starting Tiger Lily.
I finished Britt-Marie Was Here (4 stars, probably 4 1/2). I can't get enough of this author. He's funny, insightful and just understands people. I'm looking forward to the next one I can borrow. I finished The Boston Girl and I'm participating in the July Group discussion.
At the moment I'm reading March for the Zodiac Challenge.
just started the outsiders - S.E.Hilton - all I can say is that this is simply a great and satisfying book to read. See the review here.https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2...
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