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May 27, 2019 06:21PM
We have a thread on the buddy read with me club if you want join. We are doing the series. We are on Triptych now. Vicki more the merrier.
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Thank you Tonya. I will check it out!
Hi everyone..since so many of you have finished Silkworm and I haven’t even started book one in that series (I am crazy picky about reading in order) I will join you all with Tryptich. I had a bit of trouble finding the thread for the buddy read, if we are allowed and somebody that is better at links than me could share the link here I thought it might be helpful for those of us who want to join in. Thanks in advance.
Vicki Willis wrote: "I started Triptych 
today. I have heard so many good things about this series. I am listening on audible and am not sure about the narrator yet. Also, Will T..."
I really like the character of Will Trent.
I didn't like him at first but he grew on me!
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I've finished Triptych now going to start Fractured. I couldn't put it down. I loved it.We are reading the series and Kirsten has put up a thread for each on already.
Finally my copy of the Hearts of Invisible furies has came in. I cant wait to get started on it, Especially after everything that I heard being said about it.I will also be reading Three to get Deadly for June.
Hope it's good, Tonya. I love John Boyne.
Kirsten, have you read it yet?I've never read anything by him before. I also just finished Fractured and I have Undone and Unbroken. I loved Fractured.
Thin Air is my winner this month. I just finished my May winner Little Boy Lost and I liked it more than I thought I would. Worth the read for those of you who have it on your shelf.
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So here is what May looked like for me: 
Circe Interesting and well written, but took a minute for me to get into.
The Stolen Marriage a page turner that sucked me right in and had me really invested in the lives of its characters. Based on true events this book had me looking up facts about the Polio outbreak.
Orphan Train Another interesting fact based story about a history I knew nothing about.
The Devil's Punchbowl. And...crime thriller time. I love Greg Iles his writing is so descriptive I’m waiting for Hollywood to make this a film or TV series🌟May PIFM Winner🌟
Natchez Burning. Although I love this author sometimes he really does need an editor to be a bit tougher on him. This one seemed to drag a bit.And my June PIFM Winner is...
The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks
@Melanie I also enjoy Iles stories. I haven't read many of them though. Good month for you!
Tonya wrote: "Kirsten, have you read it yet?I've never read anything by him before. I also just finished Fractured and I have Undone and Unbroken. I loved Fractured."No, I haven't read it yet. I've read Crippen and The Boy in the Striped Pajamas
Melanie wrote: "So here is what May looked like for me: Circe Interesting and well written, but took a minute for me to get into.[bookcover:The Stolen Marriage|33574..."
I've read three of yours and would pick CIrce as my winner. Also read and liked Henrietta but not so much the Orphan Train.
I like your idea and think I'll steal it :)
May Reads:Anne of Green Gables 4 star Prince Edward Isl Canada
The Onion Field 4 star CA
Get Well Soon: History's Worst Plagues and the Heroes Who Fought Them 4 star
My Sister, the Serial Killer 4 star Nigeria
A Prayer for Owen Meany 5 star NH
My Rescue Dog Rescued Me: Amazing True Stories of Adopted Canine Heroes 4 star FL
Born a Crime: Stories From a South African Childhood 4 star South Africa
I Am, I Am, I Am: Seventeen Brushes with Death 4 star
The Diabetes Code: Prevent and Reverse Type 2 Diabetes Naturally 4 star
The Obesity Code: Unlocking the Secrets of Weight Loss 4 star
Fav: A Prayer for Owen Meany and possible best book of the year
Kirsten "Ghost Deserved Better" wrote: "Tonya wrote: "Kirsten, have you read it yet?I've never read anything by him before. I also just finished Fractured and I have Undone and Unbroken. I loved Fractured."No, I haven't read it yet. I'..."
Would you like to read The Hearts of Invisible Furies by Boyne with me?
Are you doing a geographical challenge Perri? Is that what the setting call out is?That sounds like a productive and worthwhile month!
Perri, you have been busy reading. I can't remember ever finishing that number of books during a month in my life. I admire your spirit.
Perri wrote: "Melanie wrote: "So here is what May looked like for me: Circe Interesting and well written, but took a minute for me to get into.[bookcover:The Stole..."
I agree Circe was very good. I am trying hard to break out of my historical and mystery bubble. The funny thing is I chose Stolen Marriage and Orphan Train as my out of the box books and then they were both historical fiction. I'm careful not to read too much about a novel because I find the dust covers can really ruin it for you.
I understand what you mean regarding Orphan Train, although I enjoyed it and read through it quickly I felt like it was missing quite a bit...I wanted more ...about every character. I liked what she gave me, but I wanted more. Steal away..it let's me know my ideas aren't crazy.
Perri wrote: "May Reads:Anne of Green Gables 4 star Prince Edward Isl Canada
The Onion Field 4 star CA
Get Well Soon: History's Worst Plagues and the Heroes Who Fought Them 4 star
My Sister, the Serial Killer ..."
What a fantastic list!! Every time someone does a list like this I find myself stealing titles to read.
Well...my Canadian Heart cannot go without saying that Anne of Green Gables is the Winner. We ALL read it, in fact required reading when I was young. I'm not fond of the remakes I see on television of the book but loved the 1985 TV depiction with Megan Follows as Anne.
I am itching to read My sister the Serial Killer and The Onion Field so it's great fun to see your ratings.
Tonya wrote: "Kirsten "Ghost Deserved Better" wrote: "Tonya wrote: "Kirsten, have you read it yet?I've never read anything by him before. I also just finished Fractured and I have Undone and Unbroken. I loved Fr..."Sure! How far along are you?
Vicki, there's a 50 state challenge thread in Group Challenges and I just expanded it to see where I read. So far too much California!Tonya and Kirsten: LOVED Invisible Furies. Wish I'd waited for a group read with you all
Patricia: Being retired has its benefits ;)
Melanie: Orphan Train seems like it would have been a good JF book with some modifications. I can't believe I missed Anne growing up. Do you think it's worth it to continue the series? I kind of like leaving her when she's so young and irrepressible.
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Enjoy!!
Just as a side note ......... if someone could slow time down, I'd appreciate it !!!!
Kirsten "Ghost Deserved Better" wrote: "Tonya wrote: "Kirsten "Ghost Deserved Better" wrote: "Tonya wrote: "Kirsten, have you read it yet?I've never read anything by him before. I also just finished Fractured and I have Undone and Unbrok..."Im just starting tonight. I finished I Found Youby Lisa Jewell
Kirsten "Ghost Deserved Better" wrote: "Tonya wrote: "Kirsten "Ghost Deserved Better" wrote: "Tonya wrote: "Kirsten, have you read it yet?I've never read anything by him before. I also just finished Fractured and I have Undone and Unbrok..."Kirsten "Ghost Deserved Better" wrote: "Tonya wrote: "Kirsten "Ghost Deserved Better" wrote: "Tonya wrote: "Kirsten, have you read it yet?I've never read anything by him before. I also just finished Fractured and I have Undone and Unbrok..."
Kirsten "Ghost Deserved Better" wrote: "Tonya wrote: "Kirsten "Ghost Deserved Better" wrote: "Tonya wrote: "Kirsten, have you read it yet?I've never read anything by him before. I also just finished Fractured and I have Undone and Unbrok..."
Kirsten "Ghost Deserved Better" wrote: "Tonya wrote: "Kirsten "Ghost Deserved Better" wrote: "Tonya wrote: "Kirsten, have you read it yet?I've never read anything by him before. I also just finished Fractured and I have Undone and Unbrok..."
Kirsten "Ghost Deserved Better" wrote: "Tonya wrote: "Kirsten "Ghost Deserved Better" wrote: "Tonya wrote: "Kirsten, have you read it yet?I've never read anything by him before. I also just finished Fractured and I have Undone and Unbrok..."
I just finished I Found you. I will start the Heart of Invisible Furies tonight.
Perri wrote: "Vicki, there's a 50 state challenge thread in Group Challenges and I just expanded it to see where I read. So far too much California!Tonya and Kirsten: LOVED Invisible Furies. Wish I'd waited fo..."
I read the series quite a while ago but only truly remember the first book. I do think it’s the best.
Kirsten "Ghost Deserved Better" wrote: "Hope it's good, Tonya. I love John Boyne."I looved Hearts Invisible Furies!
I recently followed the Dan Brown thriller course on Master Class and was very impressed with what a good teacher he was. But I haven't read his books beside the DaVinci Code. Now I'm reading Digital Fortress. Some of it's a little wordy, and there's some extended background info I skimmed, but I was wondering what other readers' experiences had been with Dan Brown.
D.R. wrote: "I recently followed the Dan Brown thriller course on Master Class and was very impressed with what a good teacher he was. But I haven't read his books beside the DaVinci Code. Now I'm reading Digit..."I know some people make fun of his writing, but the sales speak for themselves. I really liked his first three books, but stopped for some reason
Ray wrote: "I'm interested in participating. Please let me know how to get started. Cheers, Ray"Ray, go to PIFM July and post your list. You should select one from each of the other lists and post those to PIFM place your selections here. It will become clear once you see how others have posted.
Oh my goodness I’m on vacation and brought six books along to catch up on my reads. I’m about half on The Handmaid’s Tale. Wow. I need to read my other months and get caught up!!
Enjoy vacation! Hope you get a lot of reading done, Donna.
Donna wrote: "Oh my goodness I’m on vacation and brought six books along to catch up on my reads. I’m about half on The Handmaid’s Tale. Wow. I need to read my other months and get caught up!!"Have fun!! Did you go to the beach or the mountains?
Road trip from Colorado to the Black Hills where I stayed in Deadwood, SD then on to Minnesota where I went camping with my brother at a State Park and lake. Beach was tiny and muddy and not clear water so I passed. Did lots of hiking, biking and reading! Finished The Handmaid’s Tale. I really enjoyed it now reading a humorous one I picked up (Growing Up Lutheran) and The Snowman by Jo Nesbo..... spectrum reading.....
This afternoon I’m going on a Haunted History (Ghost) your!!!
Donna wrote: "Road trip from Colorado to the Black Hills where I stayed in Deadwood, SD then on to Minnesota where I went camping with my brother at a State Park and lake. Beach was tiny and muddy and not clear ..."Ooh, I love the Black Hills! Have you been to Yellowstone and the Badlands? One of my fav vacations!
I was to both as a little girl and then drove through parts of Yellowstone a few years ago when I did trainings in Wyoming. Badlands is a nice road trip with hikes...
Omg I am sooo behind, I haven't started my May book yet, let alone my June one. I had to read
for my book club and it took ages as I have been so busy lately. Anyway I hope to fly through
(May) and
(June) along with my next book club book
in the next 4 weeks. Wish me luck lol Hope everyone is enjoying their books.
Oh! I read Kane and Abel long, long ago. It was one of my first "adult" books. It was when I got books from my mom.
Donna wrote: "I was to both as a little girl and then drove through parts of Yellowstone a few years ago when I did trainings in Wyoming. Badlands is a nice road trip with hikes..."Went to the Badlands when I was 10 when we took a road trip from Washington State to Washington DC and then to Disneyworld and then back through the Southwest. Our VW Dasher was never the same again.
Vicki Willis wrote: "Oh! I read Kane and Abel long, long ago. It was one of my first "adult" books. It was when I got books from my mom."I hadn't read any Archer books before and probably wouldn't have picked it up if it hadn't been for my book club. That is the point of book club though :)
Kirsten "Ghost Deserved Better" wrote: "Donna wrote: "I was to both as a little girl and then drove through parts of Yellowstone a few years ago when I did trainings in Wyoming. Badlands is a nice road trip with hikes..."Went to the Ba..."
That was some road trip alright! I bet it made a big impression on you as well as the VW haha. I was more impressed than I thought I would be in DC. So much to see and free to the public. At least it used to be. The food $ were outrageous, though
Perri wrote: "Kirsten "Ghost Deserved Better" wrote: "Donna wrote: "I was to both as a little girl and then drove through parts of Yellowstone a few years ago when I did trainings in Wyoming. Badlands is a nice ..."Yes, it was great fun. Loved the Air & Space Museum. Though I would like to go back and see some of the newer museums.
I finished my June winner. It was Three to get Deadly, also I also read The Hearts Invisible Furies. I loved them both.
Tonya wrote: "I finished my June winner. It was Three to get Deadly, also I also read The Hearts Invisible Furies. I loved them both."I'm also really enjoying Heart's Invisible Furies. It is very funny in places.
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