What are you reading? - 2021 Showing 401-450 of 1,104

[Sharon]

I just saw that book for the first time yesterday and put it on my TBR list. I have always been fascinated with the Galveston storm.

[Janice, Moderator]

I finished Adulthood Rites which is the second book in Octavia Butler's Xenogenisis series. I will start the final book in the trilogy, Imago. If I didn't own all the books in the trilogy, I probably would have quit after the first book. I'm finding it a bit confusing and it's a bit of a slog. At least I was able to fit all of them into my Museum challenge.

[Jan Mc]

Sandra wrote: "I started yesterday a non fiction, Isaac's Storm: A Man, a Time, and the Deadliest Hurricane in History by Erik Larson. So far so good."

It's hit-or-miss with me and Erik Larson, but this one was my favorite so far. That storm defined Galveston and was vitally important to weather science.

[Sandra, Moderator]

Jan wrote: "It's hit-or-miss..."

Jan, this is only my second one by him, but so far I like what I've read. Good to know this is your favorite.

[Sandra, Moderator]

Sharon wrote: "I just saw that book for the first time yesterday and put it on my TBR list. I have always been fascinated with the Galveston storm."

I'm only a couple of chapters in, Sharon, but it looks very well researched and also well written.

[Jannene]

Sandra wrote: "I started yesterday a non fiction, Isaac's Storm: A Man, a Time, and the Deadliest Hurricane in History by Erik Larson. So far so good."

I love Larson’s other books. The Devil in the White City: Murder, Magic, and Madness at the Fair That Changed America, Dead Wake: The Last Crossing of the Lusitania and The Splendid and the Vile: A Saga of Churchill, Family, and Defiance During the Blitz.

[Sandra, Moderator]

Jannene wrote: "I love Larson’s ..."

I only read DEAD WAKE and found it excellent.

[Peggy]

@Sandra, I read a couple by her and I think I rated them anywhere between 2 or 3 and 5 stars. We'll see where this one ends up.

[Peggy]

Oh, more than a couple. I think 7.

[Sandra, Moderator]

Peggy wrote: "Oh, more than a couple. I think 7."

Wow. Then you know very well what are you getting into. :)

[PattyMacDotComma]

Kristie wrote: "PattyMacDotComma wrote: "I just enjoyed the thought-provoking second book of the Monkeewrench mystery series, Live Bait by mother-daughter duo P.J. Tracy. As if the con..."

Kristie, there's very little connection between the first book and this one, at least none that aren't included in the background. The Monkeewrench crew are really only fringe characters in this, while the main story concentrates on the detectives. Enjoy it!

[PattyMacDotComma]

I just enjoyed The Old Men Who Row Boats and Other Stories, a collection of stories that take place in Spain and Portugal. Author David Joseph has a good feeling for his people and the places where we meet them.
3.5★ Link to my Old Men Who Row Boats review

[PattyMacDotComma]

I know he's not little now but he will always be Little Stevie Wonder to me. Another inspiring Little People BIG DREAMS book for all families and schools.
5★ Link to my Stevie Wonder review with lots of pictures

[Kristie, Moderator]

PattyMacDotComma wrote: "Kristie, there's very little connection between the first book and this one, at least none that aren't included in the background. The Monkeewrench crew are really only fringe characters in this, while the main story concentrates on the detectives. Enjoy it!"

Thanks, Patty!

[PattyMacDotComma]

Graham Brack is a favourite author of mine. The Vanishing Children is the latest Master Mercurius mystery set in the Netherlands in the 17th century. I'm very fond of this gentle, witty cleric whom William of Orange keeps dragging away from his comfortable university post to work for him. History, mystery, and humour - love it!
4★ Link to my review of The Vanishing Children

[PattyMacDotComma]

Based on a real event in Poland in 1941, Winter Journey by Aussie author Diane Armstrong is a reminder of what we are capable of, both good and bad.
3.5★ Link to my review of Winter Journey

[Jayme, Moderator]

Jan wrote: "Jayme wrote: "I'm currently reading The Book of Longings by Sue Monk Kidd. It is the story of Ana the wife of Jesus. I'm half way through and the writing is amazing. I..."

I agree. I liked the book more at the beginning than at the end. Ana became to "amazing" after a bit.

[Janice, Moderator]

I finished A Single Swallow on audiobook today. It was for the monthly challenge. I will start something light and fluffy tomorrow, The Last Boyfriend.

[Katrisa]

I just finished A Place to Stand and I thought it was fantastic. I am currently reading The Swan Book. Up next I have these planned:
Firekeeper's Daughter
An American Summer: Love and Death in Chicago
The Night Fire

[Kristie, Moderator]

I paused my reading for a couple of days, but now I'm planning to wrap up The Perfect Daughter today or tomorrow.

[Sandra, Moderator]

I started last night Purple Hibiscus.

[Janice, Moderator]

I finally finished Imago. This series has been a slog for me and now that it's finished, I'm looking forward to moving on to some more interesting books. I'll start Tooth and Claw for the museum challenge later today.

[PattyMacDotComma]

Aussie B Michael Radburn is a reliable, go-to author for thrilling mysteries. The Reach is the third featuring Park Ranger Taylor Bridges in a beautiful (though terrifying!) Australian bush setting.
4.5★ Link to my review of The Reach

[PattyMacDotComma]

Open Water, a novella by British-Ghanaian author Caleb Azumah Nelson, is a poetic, complicated, lyrical love story, some of which I loved.
3.5★ Link to my review of Open Water

[PattyMacDotComma]

Booker-winning, Tasmanian Richard Flanagan has written a remarkable parable for our times. During Australia's Black Summer of bushfires, three adult children play tug-of-war over their dying mother, while her mind is often floating in The Living Sea of Waking Dreams. Suspension of disbelief is required, as the daughter's finger disappears and almost nobody notices.
5★ Link to my review of Living Sea of Waking Dreams

[PattyMacDotComma]

On a bright, cheery note, My Monsterpiece by Amalia Hoffman is a terrific little book that will make your fingers itch to open up the craft box!
5★ Link to my review of My Monsterpiece with colourful illustrations!

[Janice, Moderator]

I finished The Last Boyfriend on audiobook today and it was just what the doctor ordered - light and fluffy.

I started Covet. It looks like I'll finally get this off my TBR pile.

[uncomfytomato]

I finished Ship of Destiny

I started reading Fool's Errand today and really got engrossed in it for hours until I had to nap , it was hard to stop haha

[Janice, Moderator]

Barelyspicy (Bash) wrote: "I finished Ship of Destiny

I started reading Fool's Errand today and really got engrossed in it for hours until I had to nap , it was hard to stop haha"

It's a great series. I'm sad that we're almost finished the overall Realm of the Elderlings series. We're starting the 2nd last book today.

[Sandra, Moderator]

The last couple of days I finished rereading One Hundred Years of Solitude, which I probably liked even more than the first time. It's a masterpiece.

I also finished Purple Hibiscus, and here is where this author and I part ways. It is my second book by her, and I didn't really like any of them.

I started yesterday A Stranger Here Below by a local author, and also set in the area where I live, but in 1835.

[Katrisa]

Sandra wrote: "The last couple of days I finished rereading One Hundred Years of Solitude, which I probably liked even more than the first time. It's a masterpiece.

I also finished [book:Purple Hibisc..."

One Hundred Years of Solitude is one of my all time favorite books

[Sandra, Moderator]

Katrisa, I'm sure I will reread it in the future, and probably more than once. There is so much in each paragraph!

[Kristie, Moderator]

I'm reading The Newcomer and enjoying it. It seems to be the type of book I've been leaning towards recently.

I'm also about to start Seven Perfect Things. I think I was sucked in by the cute puppy cover. :)

[Janice, Moderator]

I started two new books today. Fool's Quest on audiobook and A Good Girl's Guide to Murder on Kindle.

[Margo]

I'm reading Fool's Quest with Janice and the gang.

I'm close to the end of The Empty Men. It's not as compelling as book 1, I'll probably rate it 3 star. After that I can move on to the group read Americanah.

[Peggy]

I'm also reading Fool's Quest.

Before this I read I Still Dream About You. It was on my list of books that I've owned for waaaaaay too long. It was an okay read and another one crossed off that list.

[Lilisa]

Finished Paradise: One Town's Struggle to Survive an American Wildfire a few days ago. Amazingly well written, researched, and riveting. I had to pace myself reading the book - the people and fire literally jumped out of the pages at me. Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Sandra, Moderator]

Sounds good, Lilisa. I just suggested it for purchasing at my library webpage.

[Lilisa]

Sandra wrote: "Sounds good, Lilisa. I just suggested it for purchasing at my library webpage."

Great, I hope you like it Sandra when you get it. It was a great read for me and the writing was exceptional. It was definitely Erik Larson-ish.

[Cherie]

I am still reading Kafka on the Shore. I am finally on the downhill side of the story. Something is coming together, but I do not know what is going to happen yet.

I started Boy Swallows Universe for the monthly challenge.

[PattyMacDotComma]

I was pleased to see Mary Anning added to the Little People BIG DREAMS series by Mª Isabel Sánchez Vegara. All kids love collecting things, so they'd enjoy seeing how this little girl grew up finding fossils and becoming famous.
4★ Link to my Mary Anning review, including several illustrations

[PattyMacDotComma]

I just enjoyed Trust, the third of Aussie author, journalist, and former foreign correspondent Chris Hammer's Martin Scarsden series. Sydney is at its corrupt, murderous worst.
4★ Link to my review of Trust

[Shirley]

Cherie wrote: "I am still reading Kafka on the Shore. I am finally on the downhill side of the story. Something is coming together, but I do not know what is going to happen yet.

I started [book:Boy ..."
Boy Swallows is a book I loved, especially with so many references to places I know so well. I’ll be interested to know how it is for you, not being familiar with the named locations.

[PattyMacDotComma]

Everybody's Fool by Richard Russo is the long-awaited sequel to the popular Nobody's Fool. I'm happy to report that Sully and all were still at their stations in the White Horse and Hattie's when I left. (But you'll want to stay clear of the dog.)
4★ Link to my review of Everybody's Fool

[Renee]

I am not reading much right now. I have been doing audio books. I am still having bad joint pain I am listening to Vanishing halThe Vanishing Half Its okay. I was hoping for more. I do like it but it lacks a bit of zing

[Sarah]

Cherie wrote: "I am still reading Kafka on the Shore. I am finally on the downhill side of the story. Something is coming together, but I do not know what is going to happen yet.

I started [book:Boy ..."

You're hoping to know what happens in a Murakami story?!?! Haha. It's a chunky book, glad you nearing the end. I'm curious to hear what you think.

[Sarah]

Ahhh, I'm so slow at reading right now. The only thing I'm consistently reading is Radical Compassion: Learning to Love Yourself and Your World with the Practice of RAIN on audible. I'm on my third listen through as I'm using it to get off to sleep. Once I'm moved into my new home and unpacked a bit, I'm looking forward to relaxing in the evening and reading once again.

[Kristie, Moderator]

That's a great idea for a book to help you fall asleep, Sarah. I love that idea.

[Margo]

Renee wrote: "I am not reading much right now. I have been doing audio books. I am still having bad joint pain I am listening to Vanishing halThe Vanishing Half Its okay. I was hoping for more. I..."

I was hoping for more from that one too Renee. Parts of it were great but in places it dragged. Pity - but I'd still recommend it.

[Sarah]

Kristie wrote: "That's a great idea for a book to help you fall asleep, Sarah. I love that idea."

It works really well as it stops my mind thinking about stuff. It reallly has surprised me how effective it is.