Something Wicked This Way Comes - Ray Bradbury

[Terry]

Ginger wrote: "Frances wrote: "I finished the book last night. [spoilers removed]"

I really loved that part Frances! When Will would not let go of Jim's hand when he was on the merry-go-round. Such great friends..."

I agree totally with what both of you said. I think that theme is the best part of it. My youngest son is close to the age of Will and Jim, so it strikes a chord with me.

[Terry]

Ginger wrote: "I finished up last night! I really loved this and so glad to read Bradbury again. I'll try and get up a review today at some point.

And that's a yes for me on Dandelion Wine & [book:T..."

I finished today as well. Really glad to have finally read it. I’ve loved all of Ray Bradbury’s books I’ve read so far.

[Terry]

Ginger wrote: "Vickie wrote: "I'm all for that too!
Glad you enjoyed this one, Ginger.😊"

Sweet! We need to figure out when to get to more of his books. I'm definitely on-board after reading this. I forgot how mu..."

I would definitely be on-board for these as well. Are you thinking after the start of next year?

[Terry]

Ginger wrote: "I'm going to watch the movie soon if I can find it on one of our streaming services. I've never seen it!"

I remember Jason Robards being in it. I’m going to look it up and try to watch it also.

[Vickie]

Ginger wrote: "Vickie wrote: "I'm all for that too!
Glad you enjoyed this one, Ginger.😊"

Sweet! We need to figure out when to get to more of his books. I'm definitely on-board after reading this. I forgot how mu..."

Yeah, me too!

[Ginger]

Terry wrote: "I agree totally with what both of you said. I think that theme is the best part of it. My youngest son is close to the age of Will and Jim, so it strikes a chord with me."

I can totally see that if I had a son this age. I'm sure you were thinking of him while reading about their adventures and friendship. Awesome!

I'm glad you liked this one too! It's a great book to read this month. Very appropriate with Fall and Halloween.

Me too! I'm so glad we read this. I love his writing. I haven't read a book yet by him that I haven't loved.

Yeah, I would be good with that if you guys are. I can see starting off the new year with a Bradbury book. A good way to start off 2021. Would you be up for The Illustrated Man? I do want to get to Dandelion Wine as well but it's second for me in the reading list.

Are you still up for Usher's Passing? I think I could start it in a few days or by the weekend if you're game? I should finish up one of my current reads (*cough, cough* damn library) before I start something else. LOL!

[Ginger]

Vickie wrote: "Yeah, me too!"

Awesome Vickie!! I'm glad we are already planning BRs in the months to come. :D

[Terry]

Ginger wrote: "Terry wrote: "I agree totally with what both of you said. I think that theme is the best part of it. My youngest son is close to the age of Will and Jim, so it strikes a chord with me."

I can tota..."

I’m ready for Usher’s Passing, and the weekend sounds perfect. I can finish up Camelot that way. 😁

[Terry]

And the Illustrated Man is good for next year also.

[Matthew]

Bradbury has another short story collection that looks perfect - and has the perfect title - for the fall: The October Country

[Terry]

Matthew wrote: "Bradbury has another short story collection that looks perfect - and has the perfect title - for the fall: The October Country"

I read that one a few years ago and really liked it also.

[Ginger]

Terry wrote: "Ginger wrote: "Terry wrote: "I agree totally with what both of you said. I think that theme is the best part of it. My youngest son is close to the age of Will and Jim, so it strikes a chord with m..."

Sweet!! I'll start us a BR thread then for the weekend. Can't wait to read some McCammon! :D

[Ginger]

Matthew wrote: "Bradbury has another short story collection that looks perfect - and has the perfect title - for the fall: The October Country"

That one is so good!! If you have not read it yet, you should Matthew. I loved it!

[Ginger]

Terry wrote: "And the Illustrated Man is good for next year also."

Great!

[Vickie]

Ginger wrote: "Vickie wrote: "Yeah, me too!"

Awesome Vickie!! I'm glad we are already planning BRs in the months to come. :D"

Yes, looking forward to them all!🥰

[Renee]

I am trying to remember which book featured a story about an evil baby. I know it was a Bradbury I read it at least 20 years ago. I would like to read it again, It gave me such a creepy feeling. I am curious to see if I react the same today. Does anyone know which book has a story with a scary baby?

I know that is a vague description, It is all I can say without spoilers. On the bright side, I may just have to start reading Bradbury again until I find it. Ohhhh the Agony LOl

[Vickie]

Is it The Small Assassin (short story)?

[Ginger]

Renee wrote: "I am trying to remember which book featured a story about an evil baby. I know it was a Bradbury I read it at least 20 years ago. I would like to read it again, It gave me such a creepy feeling. I ..."

Vickie wrote: "Is it The Small Assassin (short story)?"

Renee and Vickie -
You are correct Vickie! It was The Small Assassin and it's in his collection of stories in The October Country. If you have not read this collection yet, you should. It's really good!!