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[Leena]

even though Karin Slaughters books are all stand alone the characters keep showing up - like the investing duo Sara and Jeffery and then Sara and will. so, don't be hung up on which book in the series it is the stories/ detecting should be well knit.

stand alones : The Good Daughteris a suggestion. its highly rated on GR - personally I wasn't impressed

[Shalini]

1. Psychology of Money
2. Step Up
3. Percy Jackson Book 2

[Sarcastic Satan]

I am currently reading Anxious People by Frederick Backman. I have read more than half of it and I am really enjoying it. It's funny and sweet so far.

[Em Lost In Books, EmLo is my Name, PIFM is my Game]

Sarcastic Satan wrote: "I am currently reading Anxious People by Frederick Backman. I have read more than half of it and I am really enjoying it. It's funny and sweet so far."

Have you read anything else by the author?

[Em Lost In Books, EmLo is my Name, PIFM is my Game]

I read a lot of YA/Romance in last two weeks. Nothing impressed me much. Now currently reading Piranesi and Razorblade Tears. Surprisingly I am liking them both very much.

[Austin]

@ Ok Leena, thank you for the info


I am currently reading Animal Farm by George Orwell

[Austin]

@ Thank you Nathan. I missed out your comment. Lol

[Sarcastic Satan]

Em Lost In Books wrote: "Sarcastic Satan wrote: "I am currently reading Anxious People by Frederick Backman. I have read more than half of it and I am really enjoying it. It's funny and sweet so far."

Have you read anythi..."
Yes. I have read A Man Called Ove by the same author. It was an excellent book, one of my favourites in fact. That is what prompted me to read Anxious People in the first place. I have completed reading it. And like all his books it was funny yet very emotional and deep.

[Nathan]

Austin wrote: "@ Thank you Nathan. I missed out your comment. Lol"

Happens No Issues.

Death Notice currently this is turning out to be a good crime thriller so far!

[Austin]

:-)

[Leena]

I'm back into reading a lot of romances but none were remarkable.

I'm currently reading one of my favourite writer , Cari Hislop and the book is Dance with the Maypole.she s really very OTT but fun and am currently enjoying it.

[Leena]

someone from one of my other groups recommended Z- library for free online books. if anyone's interested its really is a fab site to download the books in most of the regular formats.

enjoy!

[Austin]

OTT?

[Sarcastic Satan]

Leena wrote: "someone from one of my other groups recommended Z- library for free online books. if anyone's interested its really is a fab site to download the books in most of the regular formats.

enjoy!"
Yes I am a frequent visitor to z library. Needless to say they have an impressive collection of books in different formats like epub, pdf and mobi, all for FREE. So go ahead, download and read all you want!

[Em Lost In Books, EmLo is my Name, PIFM is my Game]

Austin wrote: "OTT?"

over the top?

[Em Lost In Books, EmLo is my Name, PIFM is my Game]

Finally wrapped up Babylon's Ashes in three months. It was boring.

Currently reading three books:
The Winds of War - second world war as the setting, a massive tome and am slower than a snail with this.
A Little Hatred - One of my favorite fantasy author. Was waiting for the series to be completed. With finale releasing last week, it was time to visit one of favorite world.
Heartsong - I haven't read a PNR in a long time, remedying that with this book. Loved first two books, hope this one will be as good.

[Austin]

@Em, thank you

The Namesake turned out to be a good book in the end. Only the first 75 pages or so was painfully boring. I have downloaded the movie on Hotstar. :-)

Finished reading Shesher Kabita (Farewell Song) by Rabindranath Tagore in English. Beautiful writing.

Currently I am reading My Name is Red by Orhan Pamuk.

[Ashish]

Currently reading Dune, wanted to know the world of dune before watching the movie. I read about 100 pages and have to say it's remarkable world building.
Also reading shantaram at snail's pace, taking my own time.

[BookStarred]

I'm currently reading Sophie's world

[Em Lost In Books, EmLo is my Name, PIFM is my Game]

Austin wrote: "@Em, thank you

The Namesake turned out to be a good book in the end. Only the first 75 pages or so was painfully boring. I have downloaded the movie on Hotstar. :-)

Finished reading Shesher Kabi..."

Do share how you liked/disliked My Name is Read. I tried reading Snow by the same author but was couldn't read more than few chapters.

[Em Lost In Books, EmLo is my Name, PIFM is my Game]

Ashish wrote: "Currently reading Dune, wanted to know the world of dune before watching the movie. I read about 100 pages and have to say it's remarkable world building.
Also reading shantaram at snail's pace, t..."

I see Dune and Shantaram a lot on my GR feed but never got around to read them. Perhaps one of these months...

[Ashish]

@Em, Shantaram I'm in the beginning, can't tell anything about it. But I would recommend Dune for anyone who's into universe building stuff. It's predictable from the start but the writing style is different so we get invested in the book. Try it out.

[Austin]

@Em, so far it's interesting enough. Finished 1/5th of the book and it's been mostly about Islamic art and paintings, famous Muslim miniaturists and calligraphers, and the many legends and stories centered around them. Less focus on the murder mystery so far but I am happy with the way the book has been presented.

I looked up Snow by Orhan Pamuk. It has a low rating of 3.59. Obviously not many enjoyed it.

[GEETASHREE]

Hi everyone, I am reading Ikigai at the moment. Its inspirational.

[Austin]

I am currently reading the novella Quartet (Chaturanga) by Rabindranath Tagore

[Gorab, TheGunman]

Austin wrote: "I am currently reading the novella Quartet (Chaturanga) by Rabindranath Tagore"

Interesting! Are you reading in Bengali? Or an English translation?

[Em Lost In Books, EmLo is my Name, PIFM is my Game]

Finished reading Confessions last week. It was fantastic, highly recommended for people who loves thriller/crime/murder mystery.

About to finish Battle Royale, another impressive tale.

Also read few other books but nothing worth mentioning/recommending.

[Reed]

I'm currently reading 1984 by George Orwell

[Austin]

Gorab wrote: "Austin wrote: "I am currently reading the novella Quartet (Chaturanga) by Rabindranath Tagore"

Interesting! Are you reading in Bengali? Or an English translation?" Since I don't know Bengali, I read it in English.

[Austin]

I am currently reading The Home and the World by Rabindranath Tagore

[Em Lost In Books, EmLo is my Name, PIFM is my Game]

Austin wrote: "I am currently reading The Home and the World by Rabindranath Tagore

"

that's a beautiful cover!

[Austin]

Em Lost In Books wrote: "Austin wrote: "I am currently reading The Home and the World by Rabindranath Tagore

"

that's a beautiful cover!"

Yes it is! I thought so too!

[Austin]

Finished reading Malancha (The Garden) by Rabindranath Tagore

[Bookworm (have loads of catching up to do)]

Hello Folks!
Currently reading "The Count of Monte Cristo" by Dumas. It's a mammoth of a book. 600 pages in, and I'm liking it so far but it has soo many sub-plots, which are all connected and I believe are driving towards what our protagonist is aiming to achieve (Predictable at times but liking it nevertheless).

I'm tempted to pick up Dune, once I'm done with Monte Cristo. Any comments on either of the books?
Would like to hear you thoughts on these.

[Em Lost In Books, EmLo is my Name, PIFM is my Game]

I loved Monte Cristo. It was long but never felt like it was trying too hard or boring.

Haven't read Dune but have heard only good things about it.

[Sury]

Bookworm wrote: "Hello Folks!
Currently reading "The Count of Monte Cristo" by Dumas. It's a mammoth of a book. 600 pages in, and I'm liking it so far but it has soo many sub-plots, which are all connected and I be..."

Bookworm wrote: "Hello Folks!
Currently reading "The Count of Monte Cristo" by Dumas. It's a mammoth of a book. 600 pages in, and I'm liking it so far but it has soo many sub-plots, which are all connected and I be..."
I read it long back. Still remains my favourite. Please read also Duma's , The Man in the Iron Mask -- tops.

[Sury]

I read it long back, about 55 years back, and enjoyed immensely. Dumas is a great story teller. While at it please read his, The Man in the Iron Mask; tops.

[Leena]

reading the book of the month - The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo
2. Whisper Man by Alex North

[Bookworm (have loads of catching up to do)]

Sury wrote: "Bookworm wrote: "Hello Folks!
Currently reading "The Count of Monte Cristo" by Dumas. It's a mammoth of a book. 600 pages in, and I'm liking it so far but it has soo many sub-plots, which are all c..."

Thanks for recommendation. Will surely read it. Is it connected to the "Three Musketeers". If so, better to read the three musketeers first and then 'The Man in the Iron Mask' ?

[Bookworm (have loads of catching up to do)]

Em Lost In Books wrote: "I loved Monte Cristo. It was long but never felt like it was trying too hard or boring.

Haven't read Dune but have heard only good things about it."

I think Monte Cristo might be a 5 star for me. Will update once done.

[Visalakshi]

I've just finished reading The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini. It was an interesting book. Though it didn't keep me thoroughly involved with the characters like his next book did (A Thousand Splendid Suns was truly splendid), the author has done a great job in keeping the readers wondering what would happen next.

It's good read. Starts on a high and ends on a peaceful note.

[Austin]

Currently reading Aavarana by SL Byrappa. So far below expectations. Story was interesting only in patches. Writing quality is not upto the standards of say Rabindranath Tagore or Jhumpa Lahiri. Maybe it could be due to the fact that I am not a Kannadiga and reading a poor English translation.

[Em Lost In Books, EmLo is my Name, PIFM is my Game]

Visalakshi wrote: "I've just finished reading The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini. It was an interesting book. Though it didn't keep me thoroughly involved with the characters like his next book did (A Thousand Splend..."

I loved both books. Sadly, never went back to read his other works.

[Em Lost In Books, EmLo is my Name, PIFM is my Game]

Austin wrote: "Currently reading Aavarana by SL Byrappa. So far below expectations. Story was interesting only in patches. Writing quality is not upto the standards of say Rabindranath Tagore or Jhumpa Lahiri. Ma..."

He is admired by many of my friends. I haven't read anything by him but have been recommended on multiple occasions.

[Em Lost In Books, EmLo is my Name, PIFM is my Game]

Long Shot, my first read. I have this ritual of reading a book on first of every year. I was disappointed. My review https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

Carrying over two books from last year, Venetia and In the Wild Light. Still in initial chapters, hope they'll turn out to be good.

[Leena]

I've started the new year with thrillers - finished Carla Negger's Night's Landing and will be reafing the following crime classices
1. A great Deliverance
2. The Bone Collector.
3. The Butterfly Garden

And of course - The Thursday Murder Club. Coincidentally, this is the BOTM for 2 groups.

Ive alsonstarted reading a hindi Poetry compilation called Sabrang and Im truly blown by it. Im reading it aloud to my daughter.

So, this has been a great reading start to the new year.

[Bookworm (have loads of catching up to do)]

I had started the year with Project Hail Mary. Completed yesterday. Really liked the execution. My recommendation would be, to use the audiobook as follow along to your physical/ebook. Ray potter's narration made the whole experience better. When i upped the speed, it felt like Tony Stark rambling science with his enthusiastic tone.

Next up my list are:
1. The Thursday murder club
2. Rogue Protocol (excited for this)
3. The three body problem

Do most of you have subscriptions to either kindle or scribd?
Any recommendation for websites (free ebooks or almost free), especially for recent releases?

[Em Lost In Books, EmLo is my Name, PIFM is my Game]

Leena wrote: "I've started the new year with thrillers - finished Carla Negger's Night's Landing and will be reafing the following crime classices
1. A great Deliverance
2. The Bone Collector.
3. The Butterfly ..."

I have heard good things about Bone Collector and Butterfly Garden. Do share how you like them.

I will join in for Murder club.

[Leena]

yup, shall do so.

[Leena]

@Bookworm - I have a Scribd subscription - past 6-7 yrs and vociferously advocate it. The problem is that the new books are released a audio bks - it's great if you are ok with the same. there are some that Scri d hasn't managed to get a license for. but overall, my experience has been fantastic. Kindle Unlimited i haven't tried, but I haven't gotten good reviews of it.
but I solemnly am a great fan of pdfdrive.com and Z-lib.org for those absolute elusive books or have crossed my purchase limit for books.