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SPRING 2023 Reading Challenge
Dustin the wind Crazy little brown owl wrote: "It can be confusing when a film adaptation uses a different title than the book it was based on. Foster = The Quiet Girl, The Cabin at the End of the World = Knock at the CabinSometimes books will..."
Look forward to hearing your thoughts on the book Women Talking and how close the film follows the story.
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Have you read the book yourself and/or seen the film?
I'm currently reading another book by the author, Miriam Toews and it's pretty good.
Dustin the wind Crazy little brown owl wrote: "Rachel wrote: "Look forward to hearing your thoughts on the book Women Talking and how close the film follows the story."Have you read the book yourself and/or seen the film?
I'm currently readi..."
I haven’t. I did check out the trailer when you recommended the film-I definitely want to see it. Now I’m wondering if I should read the book first.
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Some people are quite firm in their position that a book should be read before a film adaptation, but not me. I've read several books after seeing the film, such as Dune. I wouldn't have read the book otherwise. However, your seasonal reading challenges specifically have given me a heads up and I'm sometimes able to get to the book before a film is released. I'm trying to get to Are You There God, It's Me Margaret before the film comes out in less than a month (end of April). I've never read that Judy Blume classic. I think the book has always been somewhat controversial and growing up in a conservative area, I don't think the book was really encouraged reading.
Dustin the wind Crazy little brown owl wrote: "Well, if I get to the book before you get to the film, I'll surely share my opinion of which is best experienced first :-) Some people are quite firm in their position that a book should be read ..."
I used to always want to read the book first but not so much anymore unless a big reveal or twist is a part of the story. In that situation I need to read it first. Otherwise I can enjoy reading character driven stories after seeing the movie.
I’m just really curious about the women talking book-sometimes the film adaptations are so different from the novels. Look forward to your thoughts. :)
I liked the Judy Blume book as an adult but loved it when I read it in elementary school. I think most of her books get banned which is a shame. I’ll always have a special place in my heart for Judy Blume-her books were part of my childhood.
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Rachel, I am so glad you loved
Dustin, thanks for sharing movie recommendations. There are aspects of watching a movie at home that I love but its nothing like going to a theater. I have missed that. I used to be rigid about book before a movie too but what happens is I end up missing both.
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I've been working at the movie theater the past four days, hopefully I'll have some time to update my books/reviews on GR the next two days.
Dustin the wind Crazy little brown owl wrote: "I like Miriam Toews as an author. I'm on my third book in a row written by her. I've been working at the movie theater the past four days, hopefully I'll have some time to update my books/reviews ..."
You’re definitely making me want to read her. I’ve now added another one of her books to my tbr. Thanks :)
Finished Lone Women and really enjoyed it. I had no idea about this part of history. This was my first time reading Victor LaValle but not my last.
Dustin the wind Crazy little brown owl wrote: "I like Miriam Toews as an author. I'm on my third book in a row written by her. I've been working at the movie theater the past four days, hopefully I'll have some time to update my books/reviews ..."
I’ve read a little bit about the author and she said her family is often inspiration for the characters in her books. Unfortunately, she’s had quite a bit of tragedy and loss in her life.
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I looked up this new book, Lone Woman and the problem I'm finding is more and more audiobooks are being released only as digital downloads rather than CD, MP3 CD or Playaway preloaded Mp3 players.
I have not yet advanced to the digital age. I know eventually, I will have to take this leap. I have downloaded sone music, but only borrowed two audiobooks digitally through the library. i avoid ebooks whenever possible and I have never streamed a movie.
I'm having the same issue with some favorite films I see at the theater no longer being released on DVD or Bluray format, only streaming. However, audiobooks seem to be moving faster in this direction. I still haven't read Upgrade by Blake Crouch because it was only released as a digital/ e-audiobook.
Dustin the wind Crazy little brown owl wrote: "Rachel, didn't you read The Devil in Silver by Victor Lavalle last year when it was featured in the reading challenge? Winter 2021/2022 I think. I looked up this new book, Lone Woman and the probl..."
I believe I featured the author but not a particular book by him. I remember you read The Devil in Silver and I meant to read something by him then but for whatever reason never did.
Glad I finally read him now because I like his writing.
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I've since bought a copy of the book and plan to give it a re-read one of these days.
I listened to A Psalm for the Wild Built by Becky Chambers. First time reading the author’s work and enjoyed it.Happy Easter!
Happy Holidays!
I listened to With Teeth which works for the teeth part. It was a good story
Danell wrote: "I listened to With Teeth which works for the teeth part. It was a good story"Thanks for the updates, Danell! :D
For those reading Demon Copperhead-Just curious what everyone’s thoughts are on it.
I’m still reading it-it’s taking me awhile to finish it but I think it’s well done. It’s a long book and I’m a slow reader but I think the subject matter is what’s slowing me down. I like the book (and love the writing) but it’s really depressing at times.
Finished Sour Candy. It’s a creepy novella featuring a creepy kid.
I read Maame and really enjoyed it! She is a strong character and the writing kept me engaged in the story.
Danell wrote: "I read Maame and really enjoyed it! She is a strong character and the writing kept me engaged in the story."Thanks for the update, Danell!
Glad you enjoyed it. :D
Rachel I am so with you on Demon Copperhead. It’s taken me almost eight weeks and that is reaaaally not my usual reading pace.It was so strong and also depressing and so much to digest I kept having to put it down. Also not a book to read while my (thankfully spoilt and happy) little ones were jumping around me. Always needed peace and quiet at night to continue.
I am so glad I read it and loved it. I was so worried about the ending…
Finished it last night and I’m so grateful for this group because I would never have picked it up without you :)
Seems I need to read Demon Coperfield. The wait time is 17 weeks for the book. Oh well plenty to read before my hold comes in. You guys are the best!
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On the other hand, I didn't continue with Becky Chambers' Science Fiction Wayfarer Series.
I watched Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 today and quite enjoyed it. Hope everyone is doing well and finding some good books to read.
Franzi wrote: "Rachel I am so with you on Demon Copperhead. It’s taken me almost eight weeks and that is reaaaally not my usual reading pace.It was so strong and also depressing and so much to digest I kept hav..."
Glad you liked it Franzi! :)
Danell wrote: "Seems I need to read Demon Coperfield. The wait time is 17 weeks for the book. Oh well plenty to read before my hold comes in. You guys are the best!"
Hope you enjoy it! :)
Dustin the wind Crazy little brown owl wrote: "I've recently finished reading two related Barbara Kingsolver novels, The Bean Trees and Pigs in Heaven. I enjoyed both; along with Demon Copperhead that's three for three and I look forward to rea..."Thanks for the update, Dustin! :)
I’m looking forward to reading more of Barbara Kingsolver’s books too. Loved her writing.
Finished Demon Copperhead. It took me forever but it was definitely worth it. I listened to the audiobook for parts of this and thought the narrator did a great job.
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Hey everyone!So of course I’m already thinking of the summer challenge.I had a group read picked out and then the publication date changed. I then thought about Oprah’s book pick The Covenant of Water. Although the book is available now she will be talking about it from May through much of July. I decided against it because the hold times at the library are very long.
Long story short, I need your input about which summer releases sound good. Please choose at least 2 of the following:
All the sinners bleed by S.A. Cosby
The drowning woman by Robyn Harding
A twisted love story by Samantha Downing
My murder by Katie Williams
The whispers by Ashley Audrain
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I could just feature the group read in the random and therefore feature a variety of titles that have been released this year rather than just limiting it to summer releases.Let me know if any of these titles sound interesting:
The making of another major motion picture masterpiece by Tom Hanks
Chain gang all stars by Nana kwame adjei -brenyah
Natural beauty by Ling Ling Huang
Homecoming by Kate Morton
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Oh and there’s The Wager : A tale of shipwreck, mutiny and murder by David Grann.
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Hey everyone-Demon Copperhead was just awarded the Pulitzer Prize for fiction (along with another book).
That’s cool! So many good choices for summer reads. My choice is the Wager
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Dustin the wind Crazy little brown owl wrote: "This past week, I read Foster by Claire Keegan. This short story is the basis for the film The Quiet Girl. In the story, an accident plays a significant role (Task #4)."Thanks for the update, Dustin! :D
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Dustin the wind Crazy little brown owl wrote: "I've really enjoyed everything I've read by Barbara Kingsolver. I'm thinking I might catch up on my Spring Reading Challenge with Kingsolver books alone. [bookcover..."Thanks for the update, Dustin! :D
Which book has been your favorite so far?
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Dustin the wind Crazy little brown owl wrote: "Two more books I've read in which accidents play a significant role ( task#4)."Thanks for the update, Dustin! :D
Finished The Ferryman. and enjoyed it.Very imaginative, more than a little trippy.
Sorry haven’t had a chance to follow for a while. I am happy to check out any books you’ll pick for the summer challenge. So excited about it already :-) I’m starting The Thirteenth Tale tonight, that’ll be my last read for our spring challenge- creepy kids… I’ll keep you posted with all my reads in a few days :-)
Franzi wrote: "Sorry haven’t had a chance to follow for a while. I am happy to check out any books you’ll pick for the summer challenge. So excited about it already :-) I’m starting The Thirteenth Tale tonight,..."
Thanks Franzi! :)
I’ll be posting the summer challenge soon.
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Sometimes books will even be re-released, re-titled for movie tie-in. At least Women Talking kept the same title.
I'll be reading Women Talking soon and plan to obtain a copy of Keegan's Foster in the near future.
It's fun when a film inspires literary adventures. Another film this year, Emily, encouraged me to read the Bronte Sisters. I never had an interest in the Bronte's until seeing this dark Emily Bronte biopic.