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[[deleted user]]

Lori, I sent you a message regarding TOTS. I'm interested to read your interpretation of the ending.

[Chloe]

Jesse, I really really didn't care for Turn of the Screw. It's telling that it took me nearly a week to read a 130 page book. I'm not quite ready to give up on James as an author but it'll be a while before I tuck into him again.

Boof, I think it's worth sticking it out for The Raw Shark Texts. I just really enjoyed the concept of the book (no pun intended) and thought it was really well put together. I also really enjoyed that there were 50ish pages that was just a flipbook, that really tickled my fancy. I'd say wait until Eric and Scout go into un-space and if you're still not feeling it then you can put it down. It only gets weirder and weirder.

[[deleted user]]

Yeah, Logan, it's a strange little book and it took me a while to get through it. I've said before that if were not a required class read, I don't know if I would have finished it. Having said that, there were some passages that got to me and the ambiguity of it was interesting. The ending, and by implication, the entire story, is open for debate. James is one of the BIGGIES of my field, but I can't really say I'm a fan.

[Stacie]

Jeremy, I will let you know. I almost stopped reading it last night because I have a VERY OLD copy and it is falling apart. I put it down and picked it right back up. I am totally pulled into it. The turning of anger and hatred onto what is perceived as the self is very interesting...and sad.

[Stacie]

I LOVED the flip book part. Totally took me back. Remember making those as a kid?

I agree with Logan, Boof. Stick with it for a bit more.

[[deleted user]]

It's also the first book I read where Americans who associated themselves with the idea of communism made an appearance. That has stuck with me as I have read others such as Dos Passos...and also 1/2 of a biography about Joe McCarthy.

[Macy]

Jeremy- It can be a pain to coordinate with the library, but it's worth it. I've read probably 20 library books in the past few weeks so it's saved me a ton of money! It is frustrating that there's not enough money to have them open longer though.

[[deleted user]]

I agree with you Macy. I've only actually gotten a few books for myself from the library lately because of my endless supply and buying habits but I frequent the library in the town I work in. For books only in hardcover that I really want to read, like Bridge of Sighs and for a book that I need right away but didn't have time to get to a bookstore that is 30 minutes away like this months group reads, the library works out extremely well. Also, when I am an audiobook phase it works out well.

[Sherry]

Boof,hang in there with TRST,it's worth it.

[Tisha]

Gregory,

I watched a documentury about Amish rumschpringe. It's interesting to me the commitment of avoiding all things modern. It's even more interesting that most of them prefer to pass up on the modern world even after sampling it. Its one thing to not miss something you've never known, but its quite another to make a fully informed decision of that sort. I respect that their religion allows this, to ensure they truly want to be baptized in that faith.

I guess though, the choice involves more than just technology etc. They would have to leave their whole community.

I think I may check out that book.

[Charity]

I watched that documentary, Tisha...The Devil's Playground?

I've had Rumspringa on my TBR list for a while now. I definitely need to pick it up from the library soon.

Living in Ohio has left me fascinated by the Amish. :-)

[[deleted user]]

I am going to have to add Rumspring on my TBR.

I took the kids to Amish country in Illinois. They are amazing people. I love their hand crafted work. I would love an Amish quilt but they are quite pricy.

[Tisha]

Yep Charity, thats the one.

[Mandy]

I've got A Tree Grows in Brooklyn on my to buy list so will be interested to see how you find it.

Also I have Twilight on my shelf waiting to be read, so be sure to let us know how you like/dislike it.

[[deleted user]]

Mandy I have read the first 3 chapters in Twilight. My teens keep sneaking it away from me. It was really good so far. I did read the Host which I couldn't put down.

I have a Tree Grows in Brooklyn I just need to read it. Along with thousands of other books I want to read. I just don't have enough time! I should quit my job and just read.

[Mandy]

Thanks, Emilee.

I know what you're saying about time, there just never is enough!

[[deleted user]]

Your welcome Mandy!

Just a few more hours. I do need sleep though. If I could rob hours from somewhere I would.

[Jen]

Meadowmist - Great picks! Shadow of the Wind and A Tree Grows in Brooklyn are two of my all-time favorites.

[Sera]

A Tree Grows in Brooklyn IMHO is one of the best books ever written. Mandy, you are in for a real treat :)

[Mandy]

Ah, now I just have to find time for that and the other hundred books I have sitting on my shelf! Ah, the joys and side effects of joining such a brilliant club!

[Kellie]

I am also reading Twilight.
Have to take a break...it was getting really hot and heavy there for a moment. Like around page 280 or so. Phew....I think I need to take a cold shower.

[Andrew]

Currently, I am reading The Secret Life of Bees for school. I have already read it, and I liked it better the first time. For fun, I am reading Beloved. It is a good book, but I don't like ghost stories, so that makes it not as good.

[Mandy]

Another one I have on my shelf to read - Secret Life of Bees! Now I'm hearing everyone reading all these books I have on my shelves and it's just messing with my mind, do I read that one or this one!!

[JT]

A Tree Grows in Brooklyn has recently become a high priority on my TBR list. I've also got Secret Life of Bees sitting on my shelf awaiting me.

I just finished up Edgar Sawtelle this afternoon. What a book! I highly recommend it. Started Book of Lost Things tonight and I also have Anna Karenina going.

JT

[The Book Whisperer (aka Boof)]

I have the same problem, Mandy. Just when I think I know what I'm going to read next, someone pops up with a recommendation which makes me just have to add it to my TBR list.......

On "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" goes.......

[Donna]

I am currently reading Garden Spells by Sarah Addison Allen...which I am enjoying. I was just reading some of the other posts here and am very curious about Come Closer...definitely have to add to my "to reads".

[The Book Whisperer (aka Boof)]

Logan, Sherry, Scott etc - I'm sticking with The Raw Shark Texts but reading something lighter at the same time.

I read the thread on TRST and discovered that nobody else seems to know what it's about either which made me feel better and perservere. I wasn't not enjoying it, I just couldn't work out what the hell was going on, LOL.

I have also started The Myth of You and Me (someone recommended it as one of the August reads but it wasn't picked). It's much easier going and I'm enjoying it so far.

[Jen]

JT - I bought Edward Sawtelle and will try to read it sooner rather than later.

Mandy - I completely relate. I have so many that are high up on the "to read" stack and then some one says something about another one on the list making it just to the top. I'm telling you, we've just got to rent that cabin!

[Lori, Super Mod]

Jen, I think between all the books everyone would bring, and those awesome recipies that were shared, we could easily be gone a month in the goodreads cabin..... before our muscles began to atrophe and our bellys begin to fatten :)

[She'Davia]

I finished Mercy by Jodi Picoult at about 1:50 this morning.

Then I started John McCain: An American Odyssey by Robert Timberg

AND

The Pact by Jodi Picoult

I feel better when I'm reading one fiction and one non-fiction at the same time.

[April]

I love A Tree Grows In Brooklyn. I stole my mom's copy a LONG time ago, and read it. I should probably give that back to her someday...

Anyways I'm currently reading This Is All:The Pillow Book of Cordelia Kenn by Aidan Chambers. Since I have a four hour car trip tommorrow to the Adirondacks (sp?) for a four day vacation I picked up four books from the library.

A People's History of the United States by Howard Zinn
The Historian by Elizabeth Kostova
The Raw Shark Texts by Steven Hall
Heart Shaped Box by Joe Hill

and yes I checked out all of those books based on various recommendations around this group.

[Julianne]

If you stop cleaning and ignore your spouse, you'll find you have much more time to read ;-P

I'm currently reading:

Atonement (audiobook)-my sis and I have a date to watch the movie when I'm done

The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy-I'm not a big SciFi reader, but this one's been on the to-reads for a while.

Full House by Janet Evanovich-not sure if I'll finish this. It's right now below a no-brainer. And I love the Stephanie Plums, so I'm trying to stick with it.

BTW-I have The Book Thief sitting in my house from the library, so I gotta get one of these done so I can start the monthly pick.

[[deleted user]]

Yeah, hurry up Julianne! I've been thinking I should probably break down and read the Stephanie Plums for the sake of my wife. She had plowed through the first 12 and then kind of forgot about them but we were in Stop and Shop the other day and saw 13 sitting there so I asked her if she wanted it. Of course!

[Dietmar]

Hello Linda, you're right, my TR-list is growing really fast...I didn't know that we (bookaholics) are so many. Usually I read about three books at a time - when I was younger I wanted to read all good books in the world (I know I can't, but I still try hard ;-).

[Joanie]

A Tree Grows in Brooklyn is soooo good!! I can't believe I missed it until this year. I hope you're enjoying it!

I just finished my book this morning (Map of Ireland by Stephanie Grant) and now I'm trying to figure out what to read next. Please understand, I have no shortage of books, I'm just trying to decide my plan of attack. For this and various other book clubs I need to read:
The Book Thief
The Book of Lost Things
Peony in Love
Water for Elephants
and I'm supposed to be finishing The Count of Monte Cristo at the end of this month but I've really just started it.

Since BOLT and Peony are both from the library I should read those first I guess. Too many choices!

[Tisha]

Boof, I was the one that recommended the Myth of You and Me. I am glad you're enjoying it, i still have it sitting on my bookshelf at home. Need to start it.

[Cookiesue9x]

I am SO happy to see A Tree Grow's in Brookly getting the praise I believe it deserves.I also read my Mother's copy in the 1950's.It is my all time favorite book.

[Jessica]

Boof, I read The Myth of You & Me last December and really enjoyed it. It made me nostalgic for my best friends in junior high.

[Ann from S.C.]

I just started SISTER MINE by Tawni O'dell (for entertainment, so funny!) And UNACCUSTOMED EARTH by Jhumpa Lahiri. So far, this is good!

[[deleted user]]

What? Maine? I'm all over it! :) I hadn't heard of it, except I seem to have seen it mentioned in a thread or two. I'll have to check it out.

[Lorena]

Ok, I have said this in like 5 other threads but what the heck, I am reading Memoirs of a Geisha for my "live-bookclub", I just finished Next and I got to tell you all it was great! Sorry Kirsty it took me so long to respond ... ;o)

[Lori, Super Mod]

I am in the middle of Child Of God by Cormac McCarthy. Its the only other book of his that I have read (The Road being the first). I have to say, It nothing like The Road at all, and even a little sick. It took awhile to get going, but it has my attn now!

[Chloe]

I just finished Chelsea Handler's My Horizontal Life and am starting on The Third Policeman by Flann O'Brien.

[Susanna - Censored by GoodReads]

I have just started The Selfish Gene, by Richard Dawkins. I'm in the middle of the first chapter, I think. It's interesting but a little dense.

[Emma]

I've finished Breaking Dawn! Now I can go write that one star review I've been itching to write since I read Twilight...WHAHA!

[Lisa]

Right now I'm going back to Anansi Boys after dropping it in favor of Breaking Dawn (too much time I'll never get back). Wow, Neil Gaiman has a great sense of humor. I'm still waiting for the creepy factor to kick in. He's all around the place with his writing this certainly isn't Coralineque or Nevermore in feel!

[The Book Whisperer (aka Boof)]

Tisha, I didn't know it was you who had recommended it - I tried looking back through the thread to see who it was to see if they wanted to read it together but I couldn't find your name. Oh well. I'm over half way through now and enjoying it so if you read it let me know.

Jessica, I know what you mean about being nostalgic for your school friends. It's so long since I was in school but I still dream about my friends from then (they were abviously such a big part of my life). It's funny because we didn't intentionally stop talking, life just took over and we went our separate ways. We didn't have email or mobile phones in those days (I sound like I'm 100 years old don't I?). Funnily enough though, I tracked down my best friend from high school on the internet only a few weeks ago and we're meeting up soon.

Lorena, do you like Memoirs of a Geisha? It's in my top 5 ever. It's such a beautiful book and I envy you reading for the first time.

Joanie, I LOVE Water for Elephants so let me know what you think when you've read it. Also, I read The Count of Monte Cristo this March and loved that too (although it took me about a month to read it!)

[Leila]

I got back from the library today and have started to read A Great and Terrible Beauty by Libba Bray. So far, it's ok. Nothing special but nothing too bad either. The thing that annoys me though is that my mind doesn't seem to be working today. It's weird. Everytime I read, I'm able to picture things in my head and actually follow and take in the words. Today though, it's like some kind of blockage because everything is blank and the words just go by. Hmm...maybe I slept too little...or too much. I don't know. I hope it passes.

[Lori, Super Mod]

I just finished Child of God... ok. So its not The Road. But once I got past the halfway mark, I found I couldnt read it fast enough. It was sick and messed up, but turned out to be a pretty decent read.

I gave three stars for two reasons. (1) it wasnt anywhere near as great as The Road (sorry, they will all be held against that novel) and (2) the begining was just sluggish.

But I would recommend it to anyone who has a strong enough stomach. The main character does some NASTY things in this book.

I decided to read The Year of the Death of Richardo Reis by Jose Saramago next. I feel the need to fall in love with him all over again!

[[deleted user]]

Lori, I'm still working my way through Blood Meridian. I've already decided it won't be as good as The Road. But it's interesting. McCarthy sure loves him some violence.