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Looks like a good choice for October, Brenda! :)

[Kathy]

I'm reading Methland: The Death and Life of an American Small Town
It's a nonfiction book about meth and its insidious development as "America's drug," taking a look at a small town in Iowa to track its progression. I decided to go ahead and read it after finishing Ellen Hopkins' latest fictionalized account about her daughter's addiction to meth, Fallout.

[[deleted user]]

Kathy wrote: "I'm reading Methland: The Death and Life of an American Small Town
It's a nonfiction book about meth and it..."

I'm not surprised that it is set in Iowa. Meth production is a really big problem here.

[Kathy]

Jeannette wrote: "Kathy wrote: "I'm reading Methland: The Death and Life of an American Small Town
It's a nonfiction book abo..."

It's an amazing story. One of the major players in its establishment in Iowa and the midwest was actor/comedian Tom Arnold's sister, Lori Arnold. She created quite the empire. What is so tragic is how so much of it could have been prevented except for, you guessed it, politics and protecting the drug companies' interests. Kentucky has a big problem with meth, too, so that was one reason I was interested in this book. Also, the 9-yr-old that my daughter and her husband are raising and who I love dearly as a granddaughter had a mother and father who abused meth and finally admitted that this precious girl needed a staple home. The mom supposedly isn't using anymore, but the dad is. I get so angry when I think about their selfishness. I'm really proud of how my daughter has stepped in and become a loving, staple source of parenthood for this dear child.

[Lianne]

I am currently reading Dan Simmons's Drood. Haven't been able to read much these days but it's been an interesting read so far =)

[Lisa]

I picked it up from the library today, finally, so I think that tonight I'll start Burn: An Anna Pigeon Novel by Nevada Barr. It's #16 in the series. I've barely read at all the past week, but I hope I'll have/take more time to read this week.

[Pamela]

Kathy wrote: "I'm reading Methland: The Death and Life of an American Small Town
It's a nonfiction book about meth and it..."

Hi Kathy and Jeannette, if you liked (I use the word liked caustiously)Methland, you may want to check out my book Tales of the Titmouse. It's an inspirational memoir of overcoming drug addiction and the lifestyle that accompanies it. I use Tales of the Titmouse: One Woman's Journey out of Darkness to minister hope to addicts and their families.

[Kathy]

Thanks, Pamela. I'll definitely take a look at your book.

[[deleted user]]

I'm going to try something that a friend gave me, but who knows if it'll stick since I am major slumping. Anyway, I will attempt Next

[Kathy]

Pamela, I looked up your book and can't wait to read it! It sounds fantastic. Thanks so much for making me aware of it.

[[deleted user]]

Kathy wrote: "Pamela, I looked up your book and can't wait to read it! It sounds fantastic. Thanks so much for making me aware of it."

I'll watch for your review Kathy! :)

[Kathy]

Christine, I hate that you are in a slump. Maybe some little cozy mysteries would be good at this time.

[Chrissie]

Kathy and Christine, if you want a little cozy mystery then try A Morbid Taste for Bones. Maybe you have already read it..... Everybody praises this author so I had to give it a try, and I am happy I did.

So now I am reading Little Boy Lost.

[Kathy]

Chrissie wrote: "Kathy and Christine, if you want a little cozy mystery then try A Morbid Taste for Bones. Maybe you have already read it..... Everybody praises this author so I had to give it a try, ..."

Chrissie, I have A Morbid Taste for Bones on my to-read and wish lists, but thanks for the reminder about it. I've already been through my cozy reading period where in August and some of September I read through the Agatha Raisin series by M.C. Beaton. I'm trying to catch up on some heavier reading now. "So many books, so little time."

[Chrissie]

Kathy, yes I saw that you were reading some books with heavier content. I was thinking of your suggestion to Christine.

[Manybooks]

Chrissie wrote: "Kathy and Christine, if you want a little cozy mystery then try A Morbid Taste for Bones. Maybe you have already read it..... Everybody praises this author so I had to give it a try, ..."

I am glad you liked the book, Chrissie. You should try the other ones as well. Btw, has anyone read Flow Down Like Silver: Hypatia of Alexandria? I'm really tempted to buy the book, but I'm wondering if anyone has read it and thinks that it's worthwhile to get.

[[deleted user]]

Christine wrote: "I'm going to try something that a friend gave me, but who knows if it'll stick since I am major slumping. Anyway, I will attempt Next"

Nevermind. I'm not in the mood for this at all right now. Back on the shelf it goes.

[[deleted user]]

Go have a cupcake and read some Calvin and Hobbes, Christine! I always fall back on manga at times like this, but it's an acquired taste for some! :)

[[deleted user]]

Jeannette wrote: "Go have a cupcake and read some Calvin and Hobbes, Christine! "

Yes, doctor. :)

[[deleted user]]

Good girl! If Calvin and Hobbes can't cheer you up, you'll need to take a second cupcake! :D

Do you have any kind of guilty pleasure reading to fall back on, or any favorite re-reads???

[[deleted user]]

I just don't feel like reading I guess because I have tons of things that I want to read. I think I am too worked up about this school situation to let myself relax into a book. It'll pass.

[Kristin]

I just finished
I started tonight, i think its okay so far.. nothing special though.

[[deleted user]]

I am just finishing The Pursuit of Love. I read a little background on the Mitfords and the were quite a family!

[Darkpool]

Gundula wrote: "Btw, has anyone read Flow Down Like Silver: Hypatia of Alexandria? I'm really tempted to buy the book, but I'm wondering if anyone has read it and thinks that it's worthwhile to get...."

Ooooh!!!! Sorry I can't actually help you Gundula, but that looks like another for the TBR list. Sigh!!

[Manybooks]

Darkpool wrote: "Gundula wrote: "Btw, has anyone read Flow Down Like Silver: Hypatia of Alexandria? I'm really tempted to buy the book, but I'm wondering if anyone has read it and thinks that it's worthwhile to get..."

I know it looks wonderful, and I have a thing about Hypatia ever since I read a picture book about her for a club read the the Children's Literature Group (and, I love historical fiction, especially, early historical fiction). I think I am going to get that book, I know I shouldn't, but ... (and the same author has also written an earlier novel on Mary Magdalene which looks equally wonderful, The Secret Magdalene: A Novel.

[Chrissie]

Gundula, that book was mentioned in another group just this week...... It could be good. The author has written another book about Magdalena and you could check out the reviews on that too. Me, I was unsure wheter to add it or not. It was definitely tempting.

[Manybooks]

Chrissie wrote: "Gundula, that book was mentioned in another group just this week...... It could be good. The author has written another book about Magdalena and you could check out the reviews on that too. Me, I w..."

Well, I think I think I will definitely get the book on Hypatia, it's brand new, but the novel on Mary Magdalene got really good reviews. Of course, it will be a while before I got the book, or get to the book, but I will let you know what I thought of it.

[Chrissie]

Gundula, some reviewers say the former book is weighed down my research. I guess that is both good and bad?! I am curious to know what youthink. The subject matter is fascinating, and I want to learn more about the famous Alexandria Library!

[Mary]

Oh Christine, reading block! I hate when that happens. You are right, it will pass but best of luck with the school stuff - that's a lot of stress that I am sure you don't need.

Take a look at The Forgotten Garden. I just finished it and loved it. It might be just the ticket.

[Mary]

Oh and I am now going to read I Curse the River of Time.

[[deleted user]]

I've just started Over My Dead Body at the urging of my husband. :)

[Kathy]

I finally finished Methland: The Death and Life of an American Small Town. It took a little longer than I had intended because of some reading time interruptions and because there was so much in it that I wanted to absorb and remember. I'm now reading Dark Road to Darjeeling by Deanna Raybourn, the fourth in the Lady Julia Grey mysteries. I needed a nice mystery with familiar characters after the intense reading of Methland.

[Manybooks]

Chrissie wrote: "Gundula, some reviewers say the former book is weighed down my research. I guess that is both good and bad?! I am curious to know what youthink. The subject matter is fascinating, and I want to lea..."

I ordered the book, so we'll see if I like it.

[[deleted user]]

I'm reading Room: A Novel

[Lisa]

Christine wrote: "I'm reading Room: A Novel"

I really want to read that. There is probably a long wait at the library; I should probably get in the queue.

[Kathy]

Mary wrote: "Oh Christine, reading block! I hate when that happens. You are right, it will pass but best of luck with the school stuff - that's a lot of stress that I am sure you don't need.

Take a look at [..."

Mary, I have that one waiting to be read. Upon your opinion, I am moving it up on the list. Thanks.

[Kathy]

Christine wrote: "I'm reading Room: A Novel"

I've been looking at that one, too. I'm looking forward to hearing what you think of it, Christine.

[Chrissie]

Gundula, that is great that you have ordered it. I am very curious to hear your views!

[[deleted user]]

Lisa wrote: "Christine wrote: "I'm reading Room: A Novel"

I really want to read that. There is probably a long wait at the library; I should probably get in the queue."

So far it's not upsetting like I was worried it would be. It's written through the innocence of the child so the "bad parts" are understood more than said. I'm not that far yet though.

[[deleted user]]

Lisa wrote: "Christine wrote: "I'm reading Room: A Novel"

I really want to read that. There is probably a long wait at the library; I should probably get in the queue."

I wish I could just send it to you, but I have a downloaded copy.

[Pamela]

Mary wrote: "Oh Christine, reading block! I hate when that happens. You are right, it will pass but best of luck with the school stuff - that's a lot of stress that I am sure you don't need.

Take a look at [..."

Thank you Mary, this looks like a great book. I added it to my wish list ;-)

[[deleted user]]

Mary wrote: "Oh Christine, reading block! I hate when that happens. You are right, it will pass but best of luck with the school stuff - that's a lot of stress that I am sure you don't need.

Take a look at [..."

Thanks for the idea! I will look it up.

[Chrissie]

Having finished Little Boy Lost and written my review, I will now start A Summer Without Dawn: An Armenian Epic. :0) Could be good. I hope so.

I didn't like Little Boy Lost AT ALL!

Here follows my review at GR:

http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/...

[Jessika]

Right now, I'm reading Blackbird House by Alice Hoffman. This is my first time reading anything by Alice Hoffman, and I am absolutely loving her style.

[[deleted user]]

Jess wrote: "Right now, I'm reading Blackbird House by Alice Hoffman. This is my first time reading anything by Alice Hoffman, and I am absolutely loving her style."

I really liked this book. I would also suggest The Third Angel and The Story Sisters.

[Vicki]

I am starting the Hunger Games and Shutter Island.

[Lee, Mod Mama]

Christine, I'm reading My Name Is Memory and enjoying it. Thanks for the recommendation, it's a little different from what I expected but I like the historical detail.

[Kathy]

Jess wrote: "Right now, I'm reading Blackbird House by Alice Hoffman. This is my first time reading anything by Alice Hoffman, and I am absolutely loving her style."

I read this a while back and really enjoyed it, Jess.

[Beth]

Right now I'm reading Ape House by Sara Gruen, Catching Fire by Suzanne Collins and A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L'Engle

[Kathy]

Last night I started Sena Jeter Naslund's new book, Adam & Eve