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[Rick-Founder JM CM BOOK CLUB]

BTW- indulge me..ALL I WANT to read tonight is that the my FL Panthers beat the Ducks and are 4pts ahead of the Caps in NHL Southeast Division- ok- got that out of my system! thanks!!

[Rick-Founder JM CM BOOK CLUB]

I am almost done with Robin Cook's new book- excellent as usual- facinating plot- tight prose- really quite good- with one major and very confusing issue- the lead character Pia is one of the most unlikable, self-absorbed nasty characters i have ever encountered in a thriller. I am not asking for a superwoman- a mix between Mother Theresa and Lynda Carter - yet with thrillers- there is that aspect of having a lead character who the reader can root for, if not identify with, and Pia is so very nasty and distant- that I almost root for the bad guys when she goes up against them. This is very suprising because Cook's previous characters Jack Stapleton and Laurie Montgomery were both quite likable- flawed but very much characters I looked forward to "meeting" once a year in each new book. They have cameos in this new book- which only drives home how much they are missed. There is truly no aspect of the lead character in this book to "hook" the reader into rooting for her- something key to a thriller.

[Michael]

I'm currently reading - Combat Medic World War II - for research for my next novel. Combat Medic is a great, first-person account of the challenges faced by Army medics during the great conflit. The book describes less the horror of war than it does the complete experience of chasing the Nazi war machine across France. A great, and insighful account.

[Fiona (Titch)]

I have just finished Fairy Tale Flirts 5 Romantic Short Stories - Lisa Scott Now I am reading Uncle Mildred and Other Stories - Ian Ayris.

[Fiona (Titch)]

Finished Uncle Mildred and Other Stories - Ian Ayris. Now I am about to start Shattered - Karl Jones.

[Barbara]

I'm reading An Ice Cold Grave by Charlaine Harris

[Judith]

What do modern Tibet, Cleopatra’s Egypt, revolutionary France, contemporary Paris, reincarnation, the Chinese mafia, the Dalai Lama, the catacombs, perfume production, and Greek mythology have to do with each other? Read The Book of Lost Fragrances by M.J. Rose and you will find out. My review

[Emily]

Jonathan Strange and Mr Norrell by Susanna Clarke

[Stacia]

Judith, The Book of Lost Fragrances sounds great. Thanks for mentioning it!

[KOMET]

I've just begun reading FLYING IN FLANDERS by Willy Coppens, who was a fighter ace with the Belgian Flying Corps during the First World War.

Many years ago, when I was in 7th grade, I first learned about Willy Coppens via a book I read from Gene Gurney, an aviation writer.

Coppens was a specialist in shooting down German observation balloons (known as "Drachen"), which the Germans used to observe Allied movements over the furthestmost reaches of the trenches. The balloons were highly dangerous to attack because they were defended by concentrations of small-arms fire and anti-aircraft guns --- as well as German fighters.

As an aviation enthusiast, this book is right up my alley. I very much enjoy reading books of this subject matter.

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Reading by G.K. Chesterton I like Chesterton. He keeps it real!

[Judith]

Stacia wrote: "Judith, The Book of Lost Fragrances sounds great. Thanks for mentioning it!"

I liked it. The author is even selling a perfume made for the book. There's a new angle on book marketing!

[Rick-Founder JM CM BOOK CLUB]

Sonia wrote: "Reading by G.K. Chesterton I like Chesterton. He keeps it real!"

Love Father Brown stories- so very well written

[Lisa]

I just recently finished:

The Bluest Eye-Toni Morrison. I think this copletes the works by this author on my challenge list. I have found that I LOVE her writing :)

The Optimist's Daughter-Eudora Welty. First book I've read by her, really enjoyed it, now am looking forward to other books of hers on the challenge list.

Currently reading:

Go Down Moses-William Faulkner-first book of his I've read, really enjoying it :)

Midnight's Children-Salman Rushdie-NOT connecting with it. maybe I have a bias because I just didn't "get" any of the other books of his I've read...

The Paris Wife-Paula McClain. Free read, I've long been a Hemingway fan, & this sounded interesting, & it IS!!!

The Great American Medicine Show-David & Elizabeth Armstrong-a history of patent medicines, alternative medicines, quack remedies, etc. LOL, I was a Navy Hospital Corpsman for 14 years, this sort of stuff is interesting to me, at least :)

On Deck to read:

The Dispossessed-Ursula K. LeGuin
Tender is the Night-F. Scott Fitzgerald (I liked Gatsby, thought this one looked good too)

[Rick-Founder JM CM BOOK CLUB]

I hope all of you wonderful members do not take offense at this- I have tried my best to make James Mason into a true online comunity- where all of you feel comfortable talking about books and also about what is going on in your days- knowing that you will receive sincere support from fellow Community members- I am going through a pretty difficult time- dealing with a state agency- - I will not mention specifics as I do not feel James Mason is my personal outlet for my issues- we all have issues- - I am just asking for all of your wonderful friends' (emails) thoughts if I should post about it- I WOULD NEVER want to lose any of you as members by my personal issues- I am taking on a state agency tasked with protected develpmentally disabled adults-I can do it alone- but I do feel I need your support- I have said enough- thanks so much for making James Mason Group the wonderful Community it is.

[Scott]

I say go ahead and post. We're all friends here. Knowing about what people are reading is nice, but if we're truly here to connect with others then we need to be open to other aspects of people's lives. If you don't feel comfortable posting, please feel free to message me.

[Werner]

Rick, what Scott said!

[Mark]

ditto

[Rick-Founder JM CM BOOK CLUB]

Werner wrote: "Rick, what Scott said!"

Scott wrote: "I say go ahead and post. We're all friends here. Knowing about what people are reading is nice, but if we're truly here to connect with others then we need to be open to other aspects of people's l..."

Scott wrote: "I say go ahead and post. We're all friends here. Knowing about what people are reading is nice, but if we're truly here to connect with others then we need to be open to other aspects of people's l..."

I made some phone calls- will decide if to post- just do not want to seem self serving with Group- need time to think -THANK YOU ALL SO SO SO VERY MUCH -so very touched by your concern

[Stacia]

Rick, I agree w/ Scott, Werner, & Mark. I am sorry to hear you are going through tough times right now; hoping things resolve well for you. Hang in there, friend.

[Hank]

Rick wrote: "Sonia wrote: "Reading by G.K. Chesterton I like Chesterton. He keeps it real!"

Love Father Brown stories- so very well written"

I loved this as well - enjoyed every story!

[MissSusie]

Rick wrote: "I hope all of you wonderful members do not take offense at this- I have tried my best to make James Mason into a true online comunity- where all of you feel comfortable talking about books and also..."

My son is develpomentaly disabled so whatever help you need Rick I'm there!

[MissSusie]

I am currently reading The Dressmaker: A Novelby,Kate Alcott it is a young girl wanting to be a seamstress/designer in America so she finds a job with a famous designer and they have just boarded the Titanic on it's maiden voyage I'm sure she'll have a wonderful trip ;)

Also listening to The Tiger's Wifeby Téa Obreht narrated by, Susan Duerdan & Robin Sachs about 3 hours in and still not sure what I think yet!

[Rick-Founder JM CM BOOK CLUB]

Just finished Robin Cook's new book. Aside from a terribly annoying lead character I did quite enjoy it

[KOMET]

I'm now reading Father, Son & Co. by Thomas J. Watson Jr., the son of the man who was instrumental in making IBM one of the pre-eminent companies in the world. It's a fascinating, candid, and very eye-opening autobiography.

I came across this book recently by chance, which made me curious to know more about Thomas J. Watson Jr..

[adlin]

Reading Maids of Misfortune as well as still working on The Chase , which is okay but not as good, imho, as the Dirk Pitt books.

[Barbara]

Sorry you're going through tough times Rick. I agree with the previous posts - feel free to mention your concerns. Maybe someone will have good advice.

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Ditto from me, Rick! :)

[Rick-Founder JM CM BOOK CLUB]

Georgina wrote: "Ditto from me, Rick! :)"

Barbara wrote: "Sorry you're going through tough times Rick. I agree with the previous posts - feel free to mention your concerns. Maybe someone will have good advice."

Thanks so much- made decision that I have done what I had to- and now I must allow those charged with looking into such things to do what they May- it is simply toO emotionally draining on me- I am therefore- moving on with the hope that all will turn out well- should I have- in any manner- the belief I am facing any sort of retibution due to my heartfelt actions- my fellow James Masoners will be first to know - As I hope to move on- I have done all that I can- it is my hope I will not have to ask for any assistance and further support from all of you wonderful friends- For my own health- I simply need to move on to the next phase of this adventure called "Life"! I hope you understanding that I wish to no longer discuss the matter-Time to move on for me- you all have been so wonderful! I trust Those in charge to do the right thing- hence I simply must from moving forward- but should I need you due to any hostile actions- I will pray for your help- as I now pray I will no longer need it- THANK YOU ALL SO SO SO MUCH! And NOW! back to talking books!!

[Fiona (Titch)]

I just finished and now going to read

[Rick-Founder JM CM BOOK CLUB]

Fiona (Titch) wrote: "I just finished and now going to read "

curious how you find Shattered, Fiona- looks like a great plot!

[Fiona (Titch)]

Rick, had me gripped from beginning to end. Check out my review luv x

[Geevee]

I've just finished by Philip Ziegler which I found informative and easy to read.

Have just started by John Julius Norwich which is described by the author as a history for the average reader: believer or non-believer.

[Rick-Founder JM CM BOOK CLUB]

Fiona (Titch) wrote: "Rick, had me gripped from beginning to end. Check out my review luv x"

great review Fiona!!!

[Rick-Founder JM CM BOOK CLUB]

Geevee wrote: "I've just finished by Philip Ziegler which I found informative and easy to read.

Have just started by ..."

Curious how The Popes read- is it dry or written in an interesting and lively manner? History books can differ so very much based on the writing style of the historian- looks like a facinating subject.

[Jane]

I have seen John Julius Norwich being interviewed about this book and he certainly speaks in a very entertaining and interesting way. If he writes in the same way it should be a really good read.

[Mikela]

Currently reading . I was totally captivated by Murdoch's writing in her books that I'd read previously. As I come across more of her books I grab them and so far am glad I found this one.

[Geevee]

Rick wrote: "Curious how The Popes read- is it dry or written in an interesting and lively manner? History books can differ so very much based on the writing style of the historian- looks like a facinating subject..."

Up to page 70 now Rick and Jane - it reads nicely with plenty of rivalry, alliances, empire building and power struggles and even a women Pope (or was there?).

[Werner]

Last year, my Goodreads friend Bird Brian generously offered to give me a copy of Unequal Protection: The Rise of Corporate Dominance and the Theft of Human Rights by Thom Hartmann if I'd promise to write a review of it on Goodreads after I read it. So I've finally started reading it today!

[Stacia]

I just finished The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern. I am utterly enchanted. (You can read my review.) Really lovely & highly recommended.

Still working on The Enchanted April by Elizabeth von Arnim. I'm finding it delightful too.

[Rick-Founder JM CM BOOK CLUB]

Geevee wrote: "Rick wrote: "Curious how The Popes read- is it dry or written in an interesting and lively manner? History books can differ so very much based on the writing style of the historian- looks like a fa..."

Thanks- for sure a to-read for me!

[Robert]

I am reading "Switched" by Amanda Hocking and so far it has me sucked in. I see myself finishing this book this weekend:)

[Linton]

Generation Loss by Elizabeth Hand is described as a literary/thriller. It's dark characters and plot moves with excellent prose. Looks like I've found one I can finish.

[Barbara]

I'm reading The Silent Hour by Michael Koryta, a Lincoln Perry mystery. Pretty good so far.

[Susan]

Rick wrote: "I hope all of you wonderful members do not take offense at this- I have tried my best to make James Mason into a true online comunity- where all of you feel comfortable talking about books and also..."
That takes courage, Rick. Sending you good vibes.

[Steve]

I'm almost finished with the impassively harrowing 975 page fictional WWII SS officer memoir, The Kindly Ones by Jonathan Littell.

[Ian]

Answer: Nothing really. I started "Origin" by JA Konrath but got a little bored with it.

I'm so much more into writing these days than reading it's just terrible. I have to rediscover a balance. I'll probably write 5,000 words today but won't pick up a book again until next week sometime.

[Ian]

Rick wrote: "Suzanne wrote: "Jennifer*Thank you for admitting to 'Twilight'. It receives great scorn and derision here in GR.

All I can say is, to my absolute astonishment, upon opening the first book in the..."

Scorn, or legitimate criticism? I'm sure you mean just the former, right ;)

I'm not a fan but the writing is quite evocative at times. I flicked through my wife's and was quite impressed, then found a nice review of Meyers from the NY Times, which isn't the easiest place to get a plug.

[Bill]

Currently reading and thoroughly enjoying Outposts: Journeys to the Surviving Relics of the British Empire by Simon Winchester and about to start A Tangled Web by Nicholas Blake.

[Rick-Founder JM CM BOOK CLUB]

Susan wrote: "Rick wrote: "I hope all of you wonderful members do not take offense at this- I have tried my best to make James Mason into a true online comunity- where all of you feel comfortable talking about b..."

THANKS!!!!