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Vonney wrote: "I have to put it aside and read "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver for Wonderland Book Club over in Raleigh. I love it too, but am only about 2% into it on my Kindle."The Poisonwood Bible is one of my favorite books, I think. (It's hard to say!) Let me know how you like it, it definitely gets better the further in you get. And Barbara Kingsolver is a great writer.
I just finished City of Thieves, and I loved it! Definitely 5 stars for me. I'd highly recommend it. :)Next, I'm starting Dragonfly in Amber.
I just picked up the Club Dumas by Artuto Perez -Reverte tonight and hope to be able to get into it more tomorrow. It is my first foray into Perez-Reverte, but I have heard great things about him!I loved The Club Dumas! I can't imagine you'd be disappointed. :)
I just finished Bright Shiny Morning by James Frey (he wrote A Million Little Pieces) - I didn't really enjoy the book its a bit random and all over the place but had some interesting facts about LA in it. I read The Shack before that and absolutely loved the book. I am looking for a book that makes me think like that one did - does any one have any suggestions?
Nick wrote: "I've just started .Jonathan Strange & Mr. Norrell by Susanna Clarke. It's odd to say of a book that's 800 pages long, but so far its a very light read. I've just finished 2666 by Roberto Bolano which most definitely was *not*, although none the worse for that. :-D ..."I read Jonathon Strange last year. It's a fun & light read. I'm currently reading 2666, which is good so far but definitely not a light read, like you say.
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Emma said:"I just picked up the Club Dumas by Artuto Perez -Reverte tonight and hope to be able to get into it more tomorrow. It is my first foray into Perez-Reverte, but I have heard great things about him!"I have read several of his books and have loved them all.
Liz wrote: "i started let the greart world spin, finished last night in twisted river, it was good , let me kmow if anyone has read let the great world spin and what they thought of it ,"Liz, I loved Let the Great World Spin. I gave it 5 stars.
I really liked Jonathan Strange & Mr Norell.
i finished Skinny Dip from Carl Hiaasen at lunch today, just in time for my library book group this evening. i enjoyed it, i thought it was funny and very entertaining.i started The Tale of Halycon Crane from Wendy Webb also, and i'm really liking it so far. if i have the time, it should be a quick read, then i have Major Pettigrew's Last Stand to follow that.
Carol (Kitty) wrote: "Emma said:"I just picked up the Club Dumas by Artuto Perez -Reverte tonight and hope to be able to get into it more tomorrow. It is my first foray into Perez-Reverte, but I have heard great things ..."Oh good. I am more confident now that I will enjoy it :) The subject matter is so interesting to me and I love a little mystery in every book. I will keep you updated!
I think I may need help. Putting books in front of me is like waving candy in front of a toddler. Obviously, I can't read *all* of these books all at the same time. (Plus, I just got two more out of the library :( )Erika: I have the same problem. Over the past week, I keep putting books on my nightstand and then changing my mind and choosing another one because it's due sooner at the library.
I get so many books from the library(it happened again today) more than I can possibly have time to read. Some are reserves and others are impromptu picks. And this is when I have a pile of previously checked out stuff at home.
This is the cycle:
1. start a book
2. realize I won't finish by due date(even with renewal limit/grace period)
3. re-reserve it
4. library site shows the book is "in transit"
5 figure I now have time to finish it
6. back to step 1
I know I need help. But a brand new book is like a drug. I also just bought at the on-going library sale(honor system):
Every Last One. I had this reserved but I just couldn't resist. It was a hard-cover for $2. I've heard such good things about it.
Ugh. I'm the same way. I go crazy when I go to the library. There's just no way I'll finish everything I have checked out before it has to be returned.
I zipped through The Case of the Missing Books by Ian Sansom over the weekend and really enjoyed this charming book. The mystery is really secondary to the story of this quirky community and their newcomer librarian.
did not read Amanda's post correctly and was all set to flame her for not having read TKAM yet and daring to call herself a Southerner, but never mind
Nick wrote: "Hello! This is my first post - I'm new to Goodreads. It's great, isn't it? I've just started .Jonathan Strange & Mr. Norrell by Susanna Clarke. It's odd to say of a book that's 800..."
I'm reading Jonathan Strange & Mr. Norrell right now too (among other things) and I definitely know what you mean about it being a light read. That being said, it is taking me longer to get through than I expected.
It's nice to see that I'm not the only one who can't control themselves in a library. The pile of books that I've started to read is steadily getting larger and Tuesdays are usually my library days. I'll report back with how much further out of control I've gotten...
About halfway through The Particular Sadness of Lemon Cake and just started listening to Prayers for Sale.Enjoying both so far!
I wish I went to the library. I'm incredibly rash and, instead of going to the library when I want to start a new book on my TBR list, I go to Barnes & Noble or Strand and buy it. Or I just go to a bookstore to quote unquote "browse for fun" and end up buying four books in a matter of half an hour. This is going to have to stop when I'm no longer comfortably gifted the cushion of my parents' financial support and I have to support myself. Oh woe to the day I can no longer spend all of my earned money on books...(To the many people on here who don't have the luxury of having their parents pay for their schooling and/or housing, I am not trying to be obnoxious!)
Michelle, I was pretty much the same way until recently when, alas, my parents could no longer support my book habit. Since they are still paying for my school (including extra summer courses), housing, and food, I can't really complain though :). I've been underwhelmed by a lot of books recently, so in some ways I'm glad that I've been using the library more so that I didn't actually spend the money on a book I wasn't crazy about. Of course, having to cope with my library's limited selection has been frustrating. I'm still only number 200-something on the list for Girl with the Dragon Tattoo...
These days im reading “songs of blood and swords” by Fatima Bhutto Nice book! It’s a book about Bhutto family and the sad history they have, since Fatima Bhutto is the granddaughter of Zulfikar ali Bhutto and daughter of Murtaza Bhutto her writing is really balanced, she writes as a author and as a daughter, im om the 87th page right now and loving it.
Michelle wrote: "I wish I went to the library. I'm incredibly rash and, instead of going to the library when I want to start a new book on my TBR list, I go to Barnes & Noble or Strand and buy it. Or I just go to a..."Don't feel like the lone ranger, Michelle, I'm exactly the same way! I go to the bookstores (B&N mostly), intending to browse and its like I can't leave without buying a book (or 2 or 3). I keep saying I am going to read at least 10 books that are already on my TBR shelf before I buy any new ones and I never stick to that resolution.!!! I need an intervention or a 12-step program or something! :0
I took my mom to the bookstore this past weekend so she could look for a book that she wanted to get, and I came out with 5 books (one I bought for her though)!
Currently reading: "A War of Frontier and Empire: The Philippine-American War, 1899-1902"
Nick wrote: "Re: 2666 - It's a sprawling, enormous mass of a book but definitely rewards perseverance. Part 2 (The Part About Amalfitano) *might* be the best thing I've ever read. It's beautiful, sad and jaw dropping in places. The idea of hanging a book on the washing line to expose it to the elements is a wonderful conceit. ..."I'm enjoying it more as I progress. I like how Bolano uses everyday language, almost at an arm's distance to give the Reader breathing space, to tell his story, while managing to imply so many other, more intense ideas/feelings (such as fear, invisibility of the murders, etc). Bolano implies a lot in a few words and the Reader absorbs it all. A good example is Amalfitano's fear for his daughter every time she leaves the house or the town's fear regarding the murders. It's never really stated but always it's there and permeats every page.
I'm finding that I have to read Part 4 very carefully. There's so many people introduced with a lot of similar names. I have to be careful not to confuse them.
I'm glad to hear that I'm not the only one with a library problem! I'll go in with the intention of picking up a hold and come out with four or five books. I currently have 10 checked out, there is no way I'll have them all read in three weeks. So I'll renew some and start the whole cycle all over again! Oh well, the only downside to this habit is that it makes nearly impossible for me to get to a book I actually own...I'm still working on The Girl Who Kicked the Hornet's Nest, hoping to finish today!
I started My Name Is Red after finishing The Shining Shining Path which by the way was a fantasy metaphysical fun book.
Laura Ashlee wrote: "Ugh. I'm the same way. I go crazy when I go to the library. There's just no way I'll finish everything I have checked out before it has to be returned."Lucky for me, my library system lets me renew a zillion times as long as no one else has the book requested and is waiting. I think I had one book for about a year.
Good luck!
I am new to Goodreads and I love the suggestions on here as I am always on the prowl for the next amazing book. I am currently reading Faithful Place I am enjoying it so far. Next on my list isSecrets of Eden: A Novel or Let the Great World Spin which is already on my Kindle. I want to read Secrets of Eden first but I don't have it yet... will probably not be able to control myself and read the one I already have and leap on over to Secrets!
Hi Everyone,My name is John Cicero and I am a fantasy/adventure author. My passion for writing is driven from the joy I receive from reading my stories to my children.
Watching the expressions on their faces as I take them on a journey through the magical pages of my imagination is what drives me to find the time to write.
My recently released novels are in the Rainbow's Shadow Trilogy. They are Rainbow’s Shadow and the Tablets of Fate and Rainbow’s Shadow and the Covenant of Wisdom.
As a passionate writer in Northeast, Ohio I have been fortunate to hit the Best Sellers list with 'Tablets of Fate' and am on track currently with the 'Covenant of Wisdom'.
The final novel in my trilogy is Rainbow’s Shadow and the Other Side of Paradise which is currently in development.
If you have a moment check out my website and Rainbow's Shadow Trilogy today at... www.RainbowsShadow.com
Take care, John
I just finished The Passage and I have no idea what I'm going to read next. I still need to read The Girl Who Kicked the Hornet's Nest, but I think I may start Pygmy instead. I've heard it's hard to read, but I read the sample and I think I can handle it. And I've almost started Heat Wave (the Castle book) like 5 times and always pick something else instead. Maybe I'll start that.
John wrote: "Hi Everyone,My name is John Cicero and I am a fantasy/adventure author. My passion for writing is driven from the joy I receive from reading my stories to my children.
Watching the expressi..."
John you need to read the rules before posting your promotion here on this site. There are rules Lori has put in place. You will need to move this to the promotion thread after reading this link
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/6...
I am sure you do not want the Furies to descend upon you.
I a reading Octavia Butlers' Parable of the Sower and the evolution of Earthseed. This is a post apocalyptic novel set in California. Earthseed is the Parable that God is Change and we are all shapers. Earthseed is a result of the demise of our society as religious fanaticism, wealth disparty, pharmaceutical side effects and global climate change result in chaos.
Sorry, I will post in the approriate area.
I hope you will continue to share on other threads as well. I don't know if you have introduced yourself or not. We are a curious bunch. And like to have people to banter with.
Currently reading Horns by Joe Hill. Extremely chilling!
I am new to the entire website. My daughter (like her mother) is an avid reader and invited me to join. I find it really exciting to get leads on books. I lean toward political, social and religious commentary and enjoy "futuristic" books that incorporate these themes. I am older (60) but read a ton!!!!
I have just finished -sometime in the wee hours B.Barry's Map of True Places. Her characters,although unique are intriquing and her writing clear and evocative.
Allison wrote: "I just finished City of Thieves, and I loved it! Definitely 5 stars for me. I'd highly recommend it. :)"
YAY! :)
starting Their Eyes Were Watching God tonight
I think that will be next on my list. Thank you for recomendation. I am a political/historical book junkie and also like Kingsolver and Octavia Butler. I am new to Goodreads and so far truly appreciate it.
I finished The Sex Lives of Cannibals and ended up liking it more than I thought I would especially since I had no desire to read it. It wasn't my favorite or anything but with the audio version it went quickly and had some funny parts.I also finished my Trashy book Married Lovers which was trashy as expected but in a fun way.
Now I'm reading All American Girl by Meg Cabot for the chick lit book club. It's silly, YA fluff but it goes fast.
I feel like I'm sitting with you all having lunch and you're all eating salads and I'm eating a Big Mac! I am the junk food of this board! Oh well, that's what summer is for I guess!
I finished The Lacuna by Kingsolver. This is a slightly different format for Kingsolver and was slow in the beginning. If you are interested in the growth of the McCarthy era and HUAC trials and how it impacted writers you will like this book.
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Lori: I, too, loved The Secret History. Did you also read The Little Friend? I thought it was just incredible.
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Samantha, I own Little Friend, but with all the review books piling up for my blog, I havent gotten to it. I keep looking at it and promising it that it wont be long :)
I promise my books stuff like that too, but at some point they stop trusting you...
Hey guys, I know it's been awhile since I checked in; I had promised myself I would cut back on my goodreads time so I could actually get some freaking work done. I can't take it anymore! I miss you guys so much! And after a long day of actual work, I am now sitting at my desk, catching up on group posts, and eating graham crackers. Yum.Anyway, right now I'm reading Crime and Punishment and am in complete awe of it. It was one of those I'd been making promises to as well.
Joanie wrote: "I finished The Sex Lives of Cannibals and ended up liking it more than I thought I would especially since I had no desire to read it. It wasn't my favorite or anything but with the au..."I'm with you there, Joanie, but hey, fluff is good for the soul. Nothing wrong with that at all. Anyway, I finished The Society of S which is the first vampire book that I really loved. It was also the first one I've read that was semi-literary.
Now I'm reading Happiness Sold Separately by Lolly Winston.
Julie wrote: "Laura Ashlee wrote: "Ugh. I'm the same way. I go crazy when I go to the library. There's just no way I'll finish everything I have checked out before it has to be returned."Lucky for me, my lib..."
Lucky! You can only renew a book once at my library.
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I just picked up the Club Dumas by Artuto Perez -Reverte tonight and hope to be able to get into it more tomorrow. It is my first foray into Perez-Reverte, but I have heard great things about him!