What are you currently reading?

[Heather19]

I loved utd... And i feel no obligation to finish a book i'm not enjoying. If within 50 or so pages a book doesn't hold my attention i put it down and move on.

Same here. Although I rarely even give it 50! A quick glance at my bookshelf and I probably have almost 20 books that are partially read :lol: If a book doesn't grab me immediately I usually move on. My only exception is a few King stories like Lisey's Story or Insomnia. I had to finish just because, even though I really didn't want to :lol:


And I really enjoyed Under the Dome. And considering it's length I didn't think it dragged at all.

[Erin]

For example, right now I really want to read a great love story that isn't corny or depressing and is realistic but maybe has like time travel or aliens or magic in it and also takes place in a place that isn't Earth. Am I going to find this book? Probz not.

.

Granted I haven't read the books myself yet, but I have a friend who is obsessed with the Outlander series by Diana Gabaldon and from how she's described it to me, that sounds a lot like the series. Minus the not Earth thing.

From wikipedia:

The novel is not easily classified by a single genre. On one level, the work is a romance novel with a focus on the romantic relationship between the two main characters. The book could be described as a work of historical fiction with a detailed account of 18th century Scottish clan life. The novel could also be considered science fiction with a plot propelled by time travel as Claire journeys from 1945 to the 18th century.

[John Blaze]

I read the Outlander series recently. An easy way to describe it while yet not doing it justice is calling it The Matrix, but better.

[Jean]

When you have your most interesting character sitting in a cell for 500 pages and make it so that the most noteworthy thing he does is drink out of a toilet bowl, you know you got a problem.Can you elaborate? what is a character expected to do? what exactly is wrong with sitting in a cell for 500 pages? what kind of problem do you mean?

[WeDealInLead]

King used to be able to write a classic and have it end in 500 or less pages. He'd breathe life into his characters, put them through hell and break your heart and it wouldn't take you a lifetime to finish that book.

I don't need any further physical proof than my bookcase. The first shelf is early works, up to Misery. The next one starts with Tommyknockers. That shelf has less books because they're thicker and is made up of King's less desirable works. We can all find redeeming qualities in all of them but for the most part, they're bloated and not as consistently mind-blowingly amazing.

Jean, are you really going to tell me King hasn't been overwritting lately? Seriously, I'd rather re-read The Shining than take a chance on Dreamcatcher.

[WeDealInLead]

Oh yeah, I'm reading Phases of Gravity by Simmons and The Flood by Ian Rankin. I don't usually read two books at the same time but Simmons is a limited edition and I'm not taking it to work. I'm liking it so far but I'm 60 pages in and don't really know which way the book will go.

[Jean]

Jean, are you really going to tell me King hasn't been overwritting lately? I totally agree. The only book I have liked in last (don't really know how many) years is UTD, and the only one I loved was Duma Key. No, my question was different: I just don't understand the kind of complaint feverish has voiced. I do not see how the main character's doing or not doing this or that, being active or passive, winning or losing, talkative or silent, says anything about the quality of a book.

[fernandito]

When you have your most interesting character sitting in a cell for 500 pages and make it so that the most noteworthy thing he does is drink out of a toilet bowl, you know you got a problem.Can you elaborate? what is a character expected to do? what exactly is wrong with sitting in a cell for 500 pages? what kind of problem do you mean?

There's nothing wrong with it as a contingency in the story, but when you stick your central character in that situation, the one who - up until that point - was fleshed out the most and had the most layers to his persona, and leave the rest of the (painfully uninteresting) supporting cast to carry the narrative forward, then the story becomes dull. That's my problem with it.

[DoctorDodge]

Hmm, I think I need to put UTD and Duma Key on my 'to-read' list for next year. And also improve my reading speed - still haven't finished American Gods yet. (Just 60 pages away from finishing, as well!)

[Heather19]

Hmm, I think I need to put UTD and Duma Key on my 'to-read' list for next year. And also improve my reading speed - still haven't finished American Gods yet. (Just 60 pages away from finishing, as well!)

:thumbsup:
Duma Key is one of my favorites by King.

[Jean]

:rose: bears' too!

feverish: now that you put it this way it makes perfect sense. It sure can seem (it didn't to me, but I see very well how it could) a big structural flaw. In fact, it most likely is.

[jhanic]

I don't think that's a valid statement, in that Barbie is an important character in Under the Dome, but there are lots of other very interesting characters in there too. I see it more an ensemble cast than many of King's other books, such as The Shining, Misery, etc, which do feature one or two main characters. Think The Stand, another ensemble cast that works very well.

John

[fernandito]

Please don't compare the cast of The Stand to that of Under The Dome. Please.

[Jean]

I am afraid most misunderstanding between readers and UTD stem from their attempt to compare the two.

[jhanic]

i was just commenting that both novels have an ensemble cast, unlike others of King's works. That's all. Don't read more into my comment than that.

John

[pathoftheturtle]

King used to be able to write a classic and have it end in 500 or less pages. He'd breathe life into his characters, put them through hell and break your heart and it wouldn't take you a lifetime to finish that book.
...Read Full dark, No Stars. :)

[mystima]

I am waiting for November 8th to get here so I can get my hands on a most anticipated book that I have been waiting for and now it is coming to an end that week. The last book in the Christopher Paolini series. Inheritance comes out that day. Will Eragon take down Galbatorix in this story...am waiting on pins and needles for this one.

on another note will also get the third book in the Abarat series also this month as I just found out it came out in September and didn't even know it.

[CRinVA]

Listening to something short in anticipation of 11/22/63 out next Tuesday. Frank Muller's reading of the Shawshank Redemption is simply awesome.

[kluker]

The Grimm Brothers fairytales

[Storyslinger]

Bad Moon Rising, third time. Amazing book.

[fernandito]

Storyslinger ... IS THAT YOU !?!?!

[Storyslinger]

In the text! How's it going?

[Jean]

at last!!!

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[Storyslinger]

You guys will make me blush.

[Jean]

come to the Castle, tell us everything

[Ruthful]

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[John Blaze]

Ruthful, have you ever read Herman Wouk's Winds of War/War and Remembrance?

And let me know how good that book is, it seems interesting, and I love WWII stuff.

[OchrisO]

The Hero of Ages by Brandon Sanderson

[fernandito]

I can't decide if I want to read The Hunger Games II or The Girl Who Played With Fire next ...

:orely:

[John Blaze]

The girl who.. books were ok to me, Feev. They're light easy reads. To me they're more like the Dirk Pitt novels. Fun times, but nothing heavy. The rest is all a bunch of marketing hype.

[Storyslinger]

Just finished Bad Moon Rising, debating between The Ruins and Dark Hallow

[John Blaze]

reading Aztec Rage, one of Gary Jennings posthumous books. Written by someone else using his notes, I think.

[Brice]

Currently reading:

I AM PROVIDENCE The Life And Times Of H. P. Lovecraft by S. T. Joshi

[fernandito]

The girl who.. books were ok to me, Feev. They're light easy reads. To me they're more like the Dirk Pitt novels. Fun times, but nothing heavy. The rest is all a bunch of marketing hype.

Yeah, I made the grave mistake of getting swept up in the hype and thinking that the first novel would be this modern masterpiece. It was okay, but it was bogged down with too many unnecessary subplots. Still, like you said, they're fairly quick, fun reads and I'm curious to see how the rest play out.

[Jean]

Currently reading:

I AM PROVIDENCE The Life And Times Of H. P. Lovecraft by S. T. Joshi
bears would be happy to read such a book

[jhanic]

I'll be starting my reread of 11/22/63 in a few minutes.

John

[Erin]

Your re-read? Rub it in, John, rub it in. :P

I finished a book last night, so it's perfect timing for me to start 11/22/63 this evening. :)

[noal]

Currently on The Waste Lands on my first ever re-read of the Dark Tower.

I thought I would leave it a year or two so that it's nice and fresh.

[Brice]

Currently reading:

I AM PROVIDENCE The Life And Times Of H. P. Lovecraft by S. T. Joshi
bears would be happy to read such a book

Oh, bears would love it. 2 beautiful volumes 1100 plus pages by a guy who would probably qualify as THE lovecraft authority.

[WeDealInLead]

Almost finished with Phases of Gravity, 26 pages left. The New Dead is 2/3 finished. I like to emmerse myself fully in one book but after a client of mine lost her mind and threw a hardback I had with me on the floor... I've reconsidered and now take paperbacks to work and hardbacks stay at home. I also started Shockrock (anthology) yesterday.

[Ruthful]

http://www.thedailybeast.com/content/dailybeast/articles/2011/10/29/keynes-vs-hayek-debate-rages-with-ows-and-tea-party/_jcr_content/body/inlineimage.img.jpg/1319934926714.jpg

[Jean]

Currently reading:

I AM PROVIDENCE The Life And Times Of H. P. Lovecraft by S. T. Joshi
bears would be happy to read such a book

Oh, bears would love it. 2 beautiful volumes 1100 plus pages by a guy who would probably qualify as THE lovecraft authority.
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[divemaster]

A re-read of Bag of Bones. I read it when it first came out and though I don't recall all the particulars of the plot I do remember thinking it was a very good book and how much I enjoyed it.

I've read the first 75 pages or so and continue to be amazed at just how well King can write. So far it's basically one guy alone with his thoughts and King captures it perfectly. There are some passages of pure mastery of the language and turns of phrase. After only 75 pages I feel like I know Mike Noonan intimately via King's characterization. I'm looking forward to continuing with this re-read.

[mae]

Currently reading:

I AM PROVIDENCE The Life And Times Of H. P. Lovecraft by S. T. Joshi
bears would be happy to read such a book

Oh, bears would love it. 2 beautiful volumes 1100 plus pages by a guy who would probably qualify as THE lovecraft authority.
http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k291/mishemplushem/Facilitation/bearmood_dreaming.gifhttp://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k291/mishemplushem/Facilitation/bearmood_dreaming.gifhttp://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k291/mishemplushem/Facilitation/bearmood_dreaming.gif

I have these too. Beautiful books. Not cheap but so worth it.

[Brice]

Currently reading:

I AM PROVIDENCE The Life And Times Of H. P. Lovecraft by S. T. Joshi
bears would be happy to read such a book

Oh, bears would love it. 2 beautiful volumes 1100 plus pages by a guy who would probably qualify as THE lovecraft authority.
http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k291/mishemplushem/Facilitation/bearmood_dreaming.gifhttp://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k291/mishemplushem/Facilitation/bearmood_dreaming.gifhttp://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k291/mishemplushem/Facilitation/bearmood_dreaming.gif

I have these too. Beautiful books. Not cheap but so worth it.

Yes, they are great. I have no idea how much they originally were. I bought my new looking set from a friend here. :)

[Ruthful]

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[LadyHitchhiker]

I'm reading about Eva Braun, and whether she was really just a dumb blonde or a mastermind herself... I love WWII books! :)

[pathoftheturtle]

http://www.thedailybeast.com/content/dailybeast/articles/2011/10/29/keynes-vs-hayek-debate-rages-with-ows-and-tea-party/_jcr_content/body/inlineimage.img.jpg/1319934926714.jpgOh, yes -- the argument that wouldn't go away. Austrian School was mainstream before Keynes, but now it's just used for political cover. Of course excessive state control is disastrous, yet if not for continual efforts by myth-makers such as Milton Friedman to prop up classical liberalism, opposition to moderate policy responses would be a thing of the past. Simple data on current inequality in America is testament enough to the fallacy of trickle down voodoo. Anyway, bravo to your study.

[Stockerlone]

Gunther Gerlach - Hamburger Verkehr - Hamburg Traffic
Hamburg Black Crime books nr 22

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[pixiedark76]

I am reading 11/22/63 by Stephen King.

[Garrell]

I am reading 11/22/63 by Stephen King.

same:)

[Brice]

Me too! :)

[fernandito]

How are you all liking it ?

[Heather19]

And I'm starting it today too! :D

[Erin]

I'm really into 11/22/63 so far. Last night I read up to the "Janitor's Father" section and I can't wait to see how all this turns out. So far, 11/22/63 is one of those books that just has me hooked and I want to read, ALL.THE.TIME. just to find out what happens. While I really enjoyed King's last few works like Full Dark, No Stars, Under the Dome and Duma Key, I didn't have that compulsive urge to not put the book down like I do with 11/22/63.

[Brice]

I'm enjoying the hell out of it so far.

[fernandito]

Niiiiiiiiiiiice! Now I'm torn : I was going to start the new book in the Girl with the Dragon Tattoo series, but 11/22/63 sounds too tempting ... ahhh, damn you guys :lol:

[sgc1999]

Dan simmons, carion comfort AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[pixiedark76]

I'm really into 11/22/63 so far. Last night I read up to the "Janitor's Father" section and I can't wait to see how all this turns out. So far, 11/22/63 is one of those books that just has me hooked and I want to read, ALL.THE.TIME. just to find out what happens. While I really enjoyed King's last few works like Full Dark, No Stars, Under the Dome and Duma Key, I didn't have that compulsive urge to not put the book down like I do with 11/22/63.

My feelings are the same. Plus I think that 11/22/63 is the type of book that will mess with my head. Just the first few chapters (I am on "Janitors Father") has knocked me for a loop! This book already has a my mind in a grip! I am actually a little afraid to read more of the book because just the first few chapters has me freaked out! (I would go into more detail, but I don't want to spoil it for other readers)

[Brice]

Dan simmons, carion comfort AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Awesome indeed! :thumbsup:

[sai delgado]

I'm reading several books at the moment -

- The Wind Up Bird Chronicle by Murakami. As much as I love his writing this book is really dragging out; I don't have a lot left to read but I just can't get into it again.
- Selected Poems 1957-1981 by Ted Hughes. My favourites are 'Bride and Groom Lie Hidden for Three Days' and 'Full Moon and Little Freida'.
- Cathedral by Raymond Carver. I love the way his writing is so pared to the bone, the way it would seem to the untrained eye that nothing has happened yet massive changes have occurred.
- Writing Poetry: Creative and Critical Approaches by Chad Davidson and Gregory Fraser. A very useful book for anyone interested in writing poetry, there are some great exercises in here to get your creative juices flowing.

[Ricky]

You all have got me excited for 11/22/63. I haven't read any reviews or sneak peaks so I'll be totally suprised when I read it.

[fernandito]

Yeah, everyone that I know that has read has had nothing but great things to say about it. I'll definitely have to bump that up on my list.

[mae]

11/22/63 is one of King's best in a long time, maybe ever. Maybe it's just the recentness of it, but I'd happily place it in my own Top 10.

[fernandito]

Bold statement, Pablo! I can't wait to read it for myself.

[John Blaze]

Here lately I've been a little Meh about King's works, deciding to pick them up when I get around to it. All this chatter's making me want to go get it now though. Hmm.

[Heather19]

I love it, I can't put it down. I just want to go home and start reading again :lol: And it's been awhile since that's happened with me.

[mae]

Same here, Heather. Cannot stop reading it. As a slow reader, I'm now around page 300 after this weekend was mostly free. Very definition of an unputdownable pageturner.

[pixiedark76]

I finished 11/22/63 after staying up until 2:00 am! I could not put the book down! I thought the book was awesome!

[WeDealInLead]

unputdownable pageturner.

awesome.

[ICry4Oy]

Currently reading "The Night Eternal", third and final in the Guillermo Del Toro & Chuck Hogan series.

[WeDealInLead]

I'm on the fence about buying The Night Eternal. That series is one of my favourite ever but I'm waiting for Del Toro to do a book tour so I can get a signed edition.

[biomieg]

I loved The Night Eternal. You could always buy a reading copy paperback?

I also loved 11/22/63. I will not spoil anything except that I had a very hard time saying goodbye to the characters when I finished the story. I almost cried!

[ChristineB]

Reading The Secret Garden atm.

I would be going through 11/22 but the copy I have right now is the one I plan on getting signed in Alphretta, GA and I don't want to mess it up in the process of reading it.

I would get the kindle version but the thought of spending 17$ on a ebook is just killing me, so I will wait until the ebook comes down a bit and then read it.

[ELazansky]

Reading The Secret Garden atm.

I would be going through 11/22 but the copy I have right now is the one I plan on getting signed in Alphretta, GA and I don't want to mess it up in the process of reading it.

I would get the kindle version but the thought of spending 17$ on a ebook is just killing me, so I will wait until the ebook comes down a bit and then read it.

I gave up on worrying about Kindle prices long ago. I mean, 17 bucks on the Kindle versus 14 or 15 for a discounted hardcopy? Plus, the Kindle is so much easier to carry around.

I'm half way through 11/22/63 and I love it.

BTW, your paperback FDNS is in the mail :-)

[ChristineB]

BTW, your paperback FDNS is in the mail :-)

Ty, Eric :)

[fernandito]

Currently reading "The Night Eternal", third and final in the Guillermo Del Toro & Chuck Hogan series.

Another series I've been meaning to read.

So many books, so little time ... :cry:

[pixiedark76]

Hey I got an idea, since a lot of people are reading or read 11/22/63 maybe we should find a way to discuss the book! I especially want to discuss it with people who already finished the book. Would anybody be interested? maybe a Warning Spoilers 11/22/63 thread?

[mae]

There is one in the Cara Laughs subforum already. You're welcome.

[Merlin1958]

I screwed up and started the new Anniversary edition of "The Exorcist". great story BTW, and so have postponed 11/22/63 until I finish it. I am working hard though to finish it so I can move on to 11/22/63 and "The Strain" series. I've actually elevated "The Exorcist" from a "bathroom book" to the reading chair!!!! LOL LOL LOL

[mystima]

I read the original a couple of months ago thanks to Jean's recommendation and was thrilled with it...hubby might get irritated if i get the new one now...lol but will get it in the future...hahahaha

[Robert Fulman]

I am a Dark Tower fan, and I have only read a handful of other Stephen King book. So I bought a 4-in-1 omnibus with The Shining, Salem's Lot, Night Shift, and Carrie. I read Carrie, and enjoyed it quite a bit. The characterization was very good; I was surprised at how deep Carrie herself was. It was also funny to see some Stephen King trademarks
(paranthetical remarks)
in his very first book.

Next, I am reading The Shining, which I know almost next to nothing about. So far, so good. The other night I caught the beginning (ten minutes or so) of Kubrick's movie on AMC and I already prefer the book.

[onlylivingboyinny]

Currently reading "The Night Eternal", third and final in the Guillermo Del Toro & Chuck Hogan series.

JUST finished this last week. Thankfully, the beginning of the novel recapped books 1 & 2 well, as the wait between works made me quite forgetful. I was literally sweating, tearing through the concluding pages of this one. What a thrill ride.

[Ricky]

I screwed up and started the new Anniversary edition of "The Exorcist". great story BTW, and so have postponed 11/22/63 until I finish it. I am working hard though to finish it so I can move on to 11/22/63 and "The Strain" series. I've actually elevated "The Exorcist" from a "bathroom book" to the reading chair!!!! LOL LOL LOL

I just finished the 40th anniversary edition a couple weeks ago. I think I remember you saying that you've read the original release. Do you recognize any differences so far? I've been interesting to see what was the new character and scene he added.

[Bethany]

For the first time in many months, I can announce that I am reading something. A book. With words. Chapters. No pictures. I am astonished, quite frankly.

ETA: Oh yeah, I'm reading The Princess Bride.

[Storyslinger]

Yeah, finally to The Black Prism

[Brice]

I am a Dark Tower fan, and I have only read a handful of other Stephen King book. So I bought a 4-in-1 omnibus with The Shining, Salem's Lot, Night Shift, and Carrie. I read Carrie, and enjoyed it quite a bit. The characterization was very good; I was surprised at how deep Carrie herself was. It was also funny to see some Stephen King trademarks
(paranthetical remarks)
in his very first book.

Next, I am reading The Shining, which I know almost next to nothing about. So far, so good. The other night I caught the beginning (ten minutes or so) of Kubrick's movie on AMC and I already prefer the book.

I've found few writers who write characters even close to as well as king.

Oh, and even though i have no desire to read it i too am curious regarding the differences in the exorcist.

[jhanic]

After finishing 11/22/63, I've started a reread of Eric Frank Russell's Wasp, a classic SF novel.

John

[CRinVA]

Currently re-reading (actually listening) Children of Dune. I plan to go through the entire Dune series - many books by Herbert and then by his son Bryana nd Kevin Anderson. In the interim I just got notice that teh Audio version of IT is ready for me at teh library - 35 CDs - that's a lot of cummute time but a book desperately needing a re-read!

Of course I am reading 11/22/63 as well and also have started The Passage, but that may have to wait even though I am 100 pages into it! :-(

So many books, so little time!

[onlylivingboyinny]

I'm sure this book's been discussed previously but after numerous recommendations I just read "The Hunger Games" by Suzanne Collins. King's review in EW was spot on. It's by no means some lousy young adult book, but a fast-paced, fight to the death survival novel.

[fernandito]

My only complaint with the Hunger Games (1st novel) is that it's too reminiscent of Battle Royale. Apparently the second and third books find their own identity though.

I haven't read them yet but with the impending release of the film I might be tempted to do so.

[WeDealInLead]

A friend recommended it to me. I think I'll give it a try soon.

[DoctorDodge]

Top of my list of young adult novels to read is definitely The Enemy. A novel where the zombie adults feast on the flesh of kids? Now that I've gotta read!

[ICry4Oy]

Currently reading "The Night Eternal", third and final in the Guillermo Del Toro & Chuck Hogan series.

JUST finished this last week. Thankfully, the beginning of the novel recapped books 1 & 2 well, as the wait between works made me quite forgetful. I was literally sweating, tearing through the concluding pages of this one. What a thrill ride.

Could not have said it better myself!!! :thumbsup:

[onlylivingboyinny]

My only complaint with the Hunger Games (1st novel) is that it's too reminiscent of Battle Royale. Apparently the second and third books find their own identity though.

I haven't read them yet but with the impending release of the film I might be tempted to do so.

I've never read Battle Royale. Currently reading book 2 of The Hunger Games Trilogy and it certainly is a completely original story. Anxious to read book three and then move on to 11/22/63.

[onlylivingboyinny]

Currently reading "The Night Eternal", third and final in the Guillermo Del Toro & Chuck Hogan series.

JUST finished this last week. Thankfully, the beginning of the novel recapped books 1 & 2 well, as the wait between works made me quite forgetful. I was literally sweating, tearing through the concluding pages of this one. What a thrill ride.

Could not have said it better myself!!! :thumbsup:

Thanks! As much as I loved the series, I''m saddened that it's over. Here's hoping Hogan & Del Toro write some side stories about the Ancients and The Master!

[Brice]

I finished 11/22/63. Now back to the lovecraft.

[Ben Staad]

I finished 11/22/63. Now back to the lovecraft.

Excellent! :emot-cthulhu::emot-cthulhu:

[Brice]

Yes, it is my friend in evil. :emot-cthulhu:

[Ricky]

Hey Brice, how'd you like it?

[Brice]

I loved it. His best in a long time.

[Lost Rose]

I just got 11/22/63 but want to finish reading People of the Mist before I start in on it...in reading what y'all read gives me some future ideas..thanks!

[Ricky]

I loved it. His best in a long time.

You know, I don't think I've seen a single bad review from a critic or otherwise. I can't wait to start it. It's been staring at me all week.

[Brice]

I loved it. His best in a long time.

You know, I don't think I've seen a single bad review from a critic or otherwise. I can't wait to start it. It's been staring at me all week.
Really you should read it posthaste.

[Ricky]

I would love to. I wanted to get a head start and read my last novel for school first so I wouldn't have to be interrupted in the middle of 11/22/63.

[jhanic]

There has been one bad review of 11.22.63 in the UK Guardian. I really liked the book. I don't think it quite measures up to It and The Stand, but it IS way up there.

John

[Heather19]

I loved it. His best in a long time.

You know, I don't think I've seen a single bad review from a critic or otherwise. I can't wait to start it. It's been staring at me all week.

You've had it sitting there all week and haven't started it yet! :o

[Ricky]

But...but...I posted my excuse!

[Girlystevedave]

I am a Dark Tower fan, and I have only read a handful of other Stephen King book. So I bought a 4-in-1 omnibus with The Shining, Salem's Lot, Night Shift, and Carrie. I read Carrie, and enjoyed it quite a bit. The characterization was very good; I was surprised at how deep Carrie herself was. It was also funny to see some Stephen King trademarks
(paranthetical remarks)
in his very first book.

Next, I am reading The Shining, which I know almost next to nothing about. So far, so good. The other night I caught the beginning (ten minutes or so) of Kubrick's movie on AMC and I already prefer the book.


After seeing The Shining so many times over the years before ever reading the book, I was blown away at just how different the book was. I didn't expect it to be so powerful after already experiencing the movie. One of King's best in my opinion. :thumbsup:

I really need to get 11/22/63. I wanted to read it when I first heard about it, but after reading everyone's comments on it...now I really want it. I'm seriously craving a strong addiction to a book right now. It's been a while since I've had that "can't put it down" feeling. :orely:

[Patrick]

Currently about halfway through that new SK novel you're all going on about. :)

It's as good as they say it is.

[Letti]

I am reading Artemis Fowl. Has anyone read or liked it?

[OchrisO]

I finished up the new SK and now I am reading The Hunger Games, because I have been meaning to get to it and never did. Seeing the movie trailer reminded me. Plus, I'm a big fan of Appalachian protagonists.

[DoctorDodge]

I am reading Artemis Fowl. Has anyone read or liked it?

Yes! One of the few books as a kid that I read in 2 days! And yet, surprisingly, I've yet to read any books after the 2nd. I must really sort that out, as I remember really loving the quirky new take on fantasy that Colfer gave us.

[Letti]

I am reading Artemis Fowl. Has anyone read or liked it?

Yes! One of the few books as a kid that I read in 2 days! And yet, surprisingly, I've yet to read any books after the 2nd. I must really sort that out, as I remember really loving the quirky new take on fantasy that Colfer gave us.

I like it, too but I don't like Artemis at all. I hope I will get to like him later.

[DoctorDodge]

I think you will. The first book, he is essentially the villain of the piece, but as time goes on, he does indeed grow as a character. Which, now that I think about it, is just another reason for me to get round to reading all the other books in the series. Ugh! Too many books to read and not enough time!

I think another thing to take into consideration of why I loved the first book so much the first time I read it is because I was 12 years old at the time, and there was something really refreshing about the idea of a 12 year old criminal mastermind, instead of the usual typical "12 year old with a destiny" or blatant copies of Harry Potter that seemed to be aimed at younger readers a lot of the time.

[Empath of the White]

Elric: To Rescue Tanelorn, the story titled "Elric at the End of Time."

Moorcock's imagination is wild. Elric and some other gentlemen who seems to be stereotypical of the modern emo are trying to out angst one another. Hilarious. :smile:

[Merlin1958]

11/22/63, Of course!!!! Thoroughly enjoying it so far!!!

Just finished "The Exorcist, 40th yada yada" Really deserves a re-read folks!!!!

[Brice]

11/22/63, Of course!!!! Thoroughly enjoying it so far!!!

Just finished "The Exorcist, 40th yada yada" Really deserves a re-read folks!!!!

Is this the revised one? And how does it compare to the original?

[Merlin1958]

11/22/63, Of course!!!! Thoroughly enjoying it so far!!!

Just finished "The Exorcist, 40th yada yada" Really deserves a re-read folks!!!!

Is this the revised one? And how does it compare to the original?

Yes. I thought about that same question quite a bit whilst reading it. Truth be told I last read it over thirty years ago. I was trying to ID the new material and found that very difficult. I think I pegged the additional character and Id'ed maybe one added "dream sequence", but that was it. Still a great and scary book though!!!!

[Brice]

I am just reluctant. I love the original and have read it countless times. I'm glad you enjoyed it though.

[jhanic]

I'm currently rereading Bag of Bones, getting ready for the miniseries.

John

[divemaster]

A re-read of Bag of Bones. I read it when it first came out and though I don't recall all the particulars of the plot I do remember thinking it was a very good book and how much I enjoyed it.

I've read the first 75 pages or so and continue to be amazed at just how well King can write. So far it's basically one guy alone with his thoughts and King captures it perfectly. There are some passages of pure mastery of the language and turns of phrase. After only 75 pages I feel like I know Mike Noonan intimately via King's characterization. I'm looking forward to continuing with this re-read.

I finished it last week. Also in preparation for the mini-series. I hope the TV show is at least half as good as the book.

[Merlin1958]

I am just reluctant. I love the original and have read it countless times. I'm glad you enjoyed it though.

To be honest, Brice, it was like reading the movie. You should check it out, I really didn't read much that jumped up and slapped me in the face as "different". If you read it regularly I would be anxious to hear your thoughts!!


Edit: Oh, and Kinderman is still the "Best"!!!! LOL That's why I love "Legion" as well!!! In my mind its a two part book as CD did it. The Exorcist/Legion!!

[BROWNINGS CHILDE]

11/22/63.....so far so good, I am really excited to possibly experiece Derry in 1958 again, I sure hope we bump into a few folks I havent seen in awhile.

[Brice]

I am just reluctant. I love the original and have read it countless times. I'm glad you enjoyed it though.

To be honest, Brice, it was like reading the movie. You should check it out, I really didn't read much that jumped up and slapped me in the face as "different". If you read it regularly I would be anxious to hear your thoughts!!


Edit: Oh, and Kinderman is still the "Best"!!!! LOL That's why I love "Legion" as well!!! In my mind its a two part book as CD did it. The Exorcist/Legion!!


I DO want that version. My nicest copy is a much abused first paperback. I last read it a few years back. I've read it many many times though. I'd have to read them back to back for a comparison. I've got the memory of someone twice my age.

[Ricky]

Edit: Oh, and Kinderman is still the "Best"!!!! LOL That's why I love "Legion" as well!!! In my mind its a two part book as CD did it. The Exorcist/Legion!!

Kinderman is hysterical. :lol:

I think I'm going to put Legion on my Christmas list.

[Merlin1958]

Edit: Oh, and Kinderman is still the "Best"!!!! LOL That's why I love "Legion" as well!!! In my mind its a two part book as CD did it. The Exorcist/Legion!!

Kinderman is hysterical. :lol:

I think I'm going to put Legion on my Christmas list.

Do it!!! I knew so many "Kinderman's" back in NY!!! He really nailed it!! Wonderful culture!!!

[Ricky]

That's really funny that you say that because when I was reading, Kinderman reminded me of you. :rofl:

[Merlin1958]

That's really funny that you say that because when I was reading, Kinderman reminded me of you. :rofl:

Ironic cause I'm of German descent. Not to drag up old demon's!!

[Ricky]

Now you just need to go around saying, "I don't mean to bother you, really. Oh! I'm such a bother!" :lol:

[Yaksha]

Finished Brisingr earlier this week and just finished A Game of Thrones. Starting on A Clash of Kings

[Erin]

I started Dying of the Light by George R. R. Martin last night.

[Jean]

Edit: Oh, and Kinderman is still the "Best"!!!! LOL That's why I love "Legion" as well!!!!
ditto bears

[Heather19]

Was Kinderman the detective? He drove me crazy. I don't know what it was but he really irritated me. I had a hard time with those sections of the book.

[OchrisO]

I'm on Catching Fire by Suzanne Collins now and am really liking it so far.

If I lived in Panem I would already be dead, because I would be like Gale x10.

[Merlin1958]

Was Kinderman the detective? He drove me crazy. I don't know what it was but he really irritated me. I had a hard time with those sections of the book.

I'm from NY so, I've met and done business with many "Kinderman"-type characters. He really nailed the culture aspects. He was like a "Jewish" Columbo. There I go dating myself!!! I thought that it was so cool the way Kinderman (a faithful Hebrew) interacted with a Catholic Priest, the catholic Faith and the decidedly Christian themes of both books. It was a masterful piece of writing IMHO

[Jean]

Was Kinderman the detective? He drove me crazy. I don't know what it was but he really irritated me. I had a hard time with those sections of the book.
these were my favorite sections...

[DoctorDodge]

I think you and I bears both know Heather's viewpoint on anything involving cops by now! :lol:

(Note to self: add The Exorcist on 2012 Reading List.)

[fernandito]

About to start this today

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[Jean]

I think you and I bears both know Heather's viewpoint on anything involving cops by now! :lol:
I didn't even think of this! Heather :rose: - what is this about you and cops?..


(Note to self: add The Exorcist on 2012 Reading List.)
Why procrastinate?

[DoctorDodge]

Slow reading + too many recommended books (including A Game of Thrones as given to me as a birthday present by Pond months back) + a desperate need to re-read and catch up on the Artemis Fowl books because of Letti = a necessary need to prostinate for this one.

[Heather19]

I think you and I bears both know Heather's viewpoint on anything involving cops by now! :lol:
I didn't even think of this! Heather :rose: - what is this about you and cops?..

:lol: You know I hadn't thought about it, but you might be onto something DD.

As a character I just found him to be extremely annoying. Always beating around the bush and dragging things on. I just wanted to reach into the book and shake him by the neck and say get to the point already!

[Jean]

yes, that's exactly what I adore about a character. Anything to slow down the action. Anything to work as an anticatalyst... it's when the action stops that the most interesting starts...

[Ricky]

As a character I just found him to be extremely annoying. Always beating around the bush and dragging things on. I just wanted to reach into the book and shake him by the neck and say get to the point already!

I felt the exact same way during his parts, but I think that's how we're supposed to feel towards him.

[OchrisO]

Finished with Catching Fire, now on to Mockingjay.

After that, it will be time for a trip to Pern with Dragonflight by Anne McCaffrey, since she recently passed away. :(

[Ruthful]

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[Patrick]

Last night I finished SK's 11.22.63, a fantastic book.

Just started DAMNED, the latest by Chuck Palahniuk.

[Jean]

Last night I finished SK's 11.22.63, a fantastic book.
oh, now you, too!! when wil bears be able to say the same?... grrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr

[DoctorDodge]

Don't worry bears, I'm in the same boat. I still haven't started reading it yet, either. Too much to read, and not enough time!

[Heather19]

Last night I finished SK's 11.22.63, a fantastic book.

Just started DAMNED, the latest by Chuck Palahniuk.

Let me know how it is! I'm waiting for my copy to arrive. And I just finished 11/22/63 a few days ago. Amazing book, one of the best I've read in a long time.

[DoctorDodge]

Ugh, everything I've been reading about it does sound brilliant, much better than I was expecting. And then I read this:


'A wonderful book : page-turningly exciting, witty, wise, melancholic. But also utterly human, profoundly decent' Ashley Pharoah, co-writer and co-creator of Life on Mars and Ashes to Ashes

'Take King's hand and allow him to lead you into a past so vibrant and complete that you can almost taste it. But hold on tight, the Master of Horror has now become the Master of Time...Utterly enthralling, emotional and magical' Matthew Graham, co-writer and co-creator of Life on Mars and Ashes to Ashes

Now I really, really, really have to read it! Gotta finish Silent Stars Go By and American Gods by this weekend, I think!

[Jean]

Don't worry bears, I'm in the same boat. I still haven't started reading it yet, either. Too much to read, and not enough time!but I can't possibly get it at all in the next future!

[fernandito]

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Ooohhh, this looks good. I'm fascinated with anything and everything having to do with La Mafia, I might have to scope this out. Got if off Amazon ?



Last night I finished SK's 11.22.63, a fantastic book.


Confession : I was /this/ close to picking up 11/22/63 at Target the other day, but I hesitated and got The Girl Who Played With Fire instead ... I regret it now. Oh well, what's done can't be undone, so I'll just have to get through TGWPWF as quickly as I can to start this.

[Bethany]

Doing an umpteenth re-read of The Stand and doing a running commentary with JB. I love these people! Some of my most favorite people live in this book. :wub: I'd say "between the covers" but...
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[Ricky]

Guess what Bethany's getting for Christmas?

Started 11/22/63 last night. I wasn't expecting so much to happen already, so I'm looking forward to where the story goes.

[Heather19]

Last night I finished SK's 11.22.63, a fantastic book.


Confession : I was /this/ close to picking up 11/22/63 at Target the other day, but I hesitated and got The Girl Who Played With Fire instead ... I regret it now. Oh well, what's done can't be undone, so I'll just have to get through TGWPWF as quickly as I can to start this.

I'm very disappointed :nope:

[mae]

How can you ever not pick up the new SK book? Where's your Stephen King fan card?

[alkanto]

to be fair, I haven't gotten 11/22/63 yet either. I'm incredibly interested in this one particularly (most of his new books haven't really interested me, tbh, so I haven't been keeping up) but the the price atm is what's keeping me from it. Maybe if I get a gift card for the holidays, I'll pick it up before it goes in paperback But when I'm trying to save for my trip to England next summer, I had to cut back somewhere.

[Bethany]

My daughters always get me whatever SK book is out for Christmas. I'm trying to be nice and wait for them.

[Jean]

Last night I finished SK's 11.22.63, a fantastic book.


Confession : I was /this/ close to picking up 11/22/63 at Target the other day, but I hesitated and got The Girl Who Played With Fire instead ... I regret it now. Oh well, what's done can't be undone, so I'll just have to get through TGWPWF as quickly as I can to start this.

I'm very disappointed :nope:
Disappointed? I am mad. Here I am, starving without this book, unable to ever get it till I am older than his grandfather, and he is putting it aside.

[mae]

We should establish a Jean Fund here :) I hate the idea of him missing out on this terrific book, King's best in a long long time! But Jean, I thought they do sell American and British books in Russia?

[Jean]

yes, they do - but the price approximates what I make in a week. I will have to wait till I go to England again (in a year at least), or till Alexander brings it to me - which he won't this Xmas, because with his thousand family members here, he can't bring hardcovers, or else they will stay without presents/medicines etc; so it will have to be next Xmas

I've just learned that a former student of mine is coming on Xmas from Netherlands, though, and she usually does bring me heavy books (like Duma Key, or the last volumes of Harry Potter). I will ask her, but I got to do it very quick, before she buys something else. If she hasn't already done, that is.

[Heather19]

I'll keep my fingers crossed for you! You have to read it Jean, I know you'll love it.

[Hannah]

I still haven't bought it. I'm waiting for a coworker to finish it so I can borrow it from him. Money's all tight right now with Aaron being out of work so it's out of the question until CHristmas money comes in.

I'm currently reading The Rising by Mira Grant. It's pretty good.

[alkanto]

I'm actually in the middle of two books right now...something I never do!
I'm reading A Study in Emerald, part of Neil Gaiman's Fragile Things and I just started Rouge Squadron, book 1 of the Star Wars X-Wing series by Michael Stackpole.

I was going to move on to The House of Silk by Anthony Horowitz right away after ADWD, but I am waiting on a friend to get it so we can read it together :)

[Ruthful]

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[WeDealInLead]

Jean, can't you have it shipped to you?

[pixiedark76]

I am reading "The Passage" by Justin Cronin.

[onlylivingboyinny]

I finished up the new SK and now I am reading The Hunger Games, because I have been meaning to get to it and never did. Seeing the movie trailer reminded me. Plus, I'm a big fan of Appalachian protagonists.

After reading THG about two weeks ago, I immediately went out to buy the two sequels. Finished the series yesterday. The ending of book III was actually mind-blowing, King-worthy material. I can't over-state how much I enjoyed it.

[onlylivingboyinny]

I am reading "The Passage" by Justin Cronin.

sitting on my bookshelf. can't wait to start it.

[mae]

Jean, can't you have it shipped to you?

Yeah, I have stuff shipped to me from all parts of the world without a hitch, especially if purchased from a big retailer like Amazon. I've used the British, French, German, and Japanese Amazons, all with great success. Go ahead and order it on the American Amazon, Jean.

[Brice]

I believe it's more of having a reliable address/postal system to have stuff shipped to.

[Jean]

I checked Amazon a few times, hoping that they would review their policy regarding our country, but no, we're still in the list of the countries with special rates, that is, the price of delivery would be about 10 times as hard as I can afford. Thank you guys, it looks like the girl (my former student) is bringing me the book - if nothing happens, that is.

And yes, Brice is right as usual. It is not safe to just send things here from abroad.

: sad bear :

[WeDealInLead]

Let me know if that doesn't work out. I could send via surface if you wanted to. I understand about the postal system being unreliable.. I lived in Croatia.

[Jean]

thank you!!

[pathoftheturtle]

Well if the shipping costs were low then of course the price retail wouldn't still be so high. Right?

[Jean]

Must be right, but I long ago lost hope of finding any rationale behind our prices here

[pathoftheturtle]

Oh, no, I didn't mean to suggest that there is. Why I don't know, but I've never found the accepted to be the same as the acceptable.

[pixiedark76]

I am reading "The Passage" by Justin Cronin.

sitting on my bookshelf. can't wait to start it.


He has a second book in the series called "The Twelve" which is coming out in 2012 :lol1: I can't wait to read this book!

[mae]

"The Twelve" which is coming out in 2012

On December 12 I hope.

[Old Man Splitfoot]

I'm currently about 2/3rds through A Feast for Crows. I like it, but I don't love it like I loved every other book in the series. Putting all the characters I give a shit about in A Dance With Dragons really did hurt Feast for Crows.

I'm not allowed to buy anything for myself from November till Christmas, because either my extra money is tied up with Christmas, or my family might want to buy it for me as a present, and the new Stephen King novel is no exception. Same thing happened with Under the Dome and Full Dark, No Stars. So I won't be reading 11.22.63 until after Christmas, but I guess it's nice to know I won't have to pay for it? Until then, I'll have to keep myself occupied with comic books, because no way in hell am I not picking up my weekly stack from here to Christmas.

[pixiedark76]

"The Twelve" which is coming out in 2012

On December 12 I hope.

12/12/12 :wtf: :lol1: I wonder if that is when the end of the world will happen!

[jhanic]

I thought it was 12/21/12. This time.

John

[Patrick]

Heather, It has that signature Palahniuk feel to it, but I'm interested in hearing what you think of DAMNED. I enjoyed it, but there are others of his work I like better. Anyway, let's chat when you've finished.

Jean, I feel for you, man. I'm glad your friend in the Netherlands is bringing you the book. On a side note: Shipping costs aside, what are the odds of packages actually reaching you from the U.S.?

For those reading, or thinking about reading, Cronin's THE PASSAGE, I loved that story and I'm looking forward to THE TWELVE.

Alkanto, how do you like FRAGILE THINGS? Are you reading the whole book, or just the short story with Shadow?


Currently reading: GOOD OMENS, by Neil Gaiman and Terry Pratchett

[Jean]

Jean, I feel for you, man. I'm glad your friend in the Netherlands is bringing you the book. On a side note: Shipping costs aside, what are the odds of packages actually reaching you from the U.S.?
yes, this is the key question. Without dramatazing the situation, at a sober estimate, I think the probability is no worse than 1/2. http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k291/mishemplushem/Facilitation/0134-bear.gifhttp://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k291/mishemplushem/Facilitation/0134-bear.gifhttp://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k291/mishemplushem/Facilitation/0134-bear.gif

[Patrick]

Jean, I feel for you, man. I'm glad your friend in the Netherlands is bringing you the book. On a side note: Shipping costs aside, what are the odds of packages actually reaching you from the U.S.?
yes, this is the key question. Without dramatazing the situation, at a sober estimate, I think the probability is no worse than 1/2. http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k291/mishemplushem/Facilitation/0134-bear.gifhttp://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k291/mishemplushem/Facilitation/0134-bear.gifhttp://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k291/mishemplushem/Facilitation/0134-bear.gif
50/50 sucks, yet is better odds than I expected. Still, not good. Sorry, Jean, it has got to be quite frustrating.

[Jean]

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[Heather19]

Currently reading: GOOD OMENS, by Neil Gaiman and Terry Pratchett

How is this one? I almost started it the other day. I was at a loss of what to read after finishing 11/22/63. I ended up picking up The Book of Lost Things instead, but I've only read the first page so far :lol:

[alkanto]

Alkanto, how do you like FRAGILE THINGS? Are you reading the whole book, or just the short story with Shadow?


Currently reading: GOOD OMENS, by Neil Gaiman and Terry Pratchett

I'm enjoying it so far....I've only read the first story yet, but I will read all of them eventually. The main reason I am starting out slowly is because I'm reading two books simultaneously, and the only way I can do that is if I do it with a shorter novel and a short story.

I really enjoyed Good Omens! I feel like the ending was a bit weak, but overall it was great. I adore the characters :)

[Patrick]

GOOD OMENS is good thus far, Heather.

Glad you're enjoying FRAGILE THINGS, Alkanto.

[zombie]

Been reading A Dance with Dragons for like a month. It's never taken me this long to finish a book I like before.

[mae]

Man, 11/22/63 was mindblowing (I posted some thoughts in the Cara Laughs thread for the book). Now the always pleasant process of choosing the next book...

[Merlin1958]

On the reccomendation of folks here I have started "The Strain" series. So far, so good!!!

[Ruthful]

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[Brice]

I have about a hundred pages left in the lovecraft bio. I don't know what's next, but if I want to make my 100 book goal for the year I might need to take a break from 1,000+ page books. I only have about twenty days.

[fernandito]

Been reading A Dance with Dragons for like a month. It's never taken me this long to finish a book I like before.

Why am I just now finding out that you're a ASOIAF fan ?

[Yaksha]

A Storm of Swords.

[Storyslinger]

Hesitant to start A Dance With Dragons after zombies post. Finishing up Dead Man's Song

[onlylivingboyinny]

On the reccomendation of folks here I have started "The Strain" series. So far, so good!!!

fantastic choice my friend. Chuck Hogan is to suspense what cookies are to milk.

[fernandito]

Hesitant to start A Dance With Dragons after zombies post.

It's certainly an ambitious undertaking, but the pay off is worth it. One of the best of the series. It's one of the longest books I've read, but I finished it very quickly because I wasn't able to put it down. It's that good.

[DoctorDodge]

Reading The House of Silk, the new Sherlock Holmes novel by Anthony Horowitz, and I'm really liking it so far. Just the first couple of chapters, and I can see why it's the only novel the Conan Doyle Estate have authorised. I'm not the biggest expert on Holmes, but I've read a few of the original stories, and what I've read so far really does match the unique ACD style perfectly.

[Flygrl]

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[alkanto]

Reading The House of Silk, the new Sherlock Holmes novel by Anthony Horowitz, and I'm really liking it so far. Just the first couple of chapters, and I can see why it's the only novel the Conan Doyle Estate have authorised. I'm not the biggest expert on Holmes, but I've read a few of the original stories, and what I've read so far really does match the unique ACD style perfectly.

Also reading this. And I agree with the comments :)

[Erin]

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I read this book in college and absolutely LOVED it. It really was an eye-opener.

[Flygrl]

It's a great book! We're reading it now for Sociology and I'm having a hard time putting it down. Highly unusual for me to do with most college texts.
:biggrin:

[Ruthful]

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[Patrick]

Almost done reading GOOD OMENS for the second time (straight through from reading it the first time). I like this story and the way it's told.

[Storyslinger]

Hesitant to start A Dance With Dragons after zombies post.

It's certainly an ambitious undertaking, but the pay off is worth it. One of the best of the series. It's one of the longest books I've read, but I finished it very quickly because I wasn't able to put it down. It's that good.

I start it on faith then, you wouldn't steer me wrong....right. :unsure:

[Brice]

Almost done reading GOOD OMENS for the second time (straight through from reading it the first time). I like this story and the way it's told.

Oh, me too. It is wonderful. It is my second favorite Gaiman that I've read.

[John Blaze]

Done with The Stand now, Waiting for Beffy to catch up so we can start 11/22/63. :)

[Bethany]

Please don't start without me!

[John Blaze]

Course not. I think I'll read Call It Courage while I wait. I love this little book. Good quick read.

[Heather19]

Almost done reading GOOD OMENS for the second time (straight through from reading it the first time). I like this story and the way it's told.

Oh, me too. It is wonderful. It is my second favorite Gaiman that I've read.

What's your favorite? I think I should start reading this one, I still haven't been able to pick up a book since finishing 11/22/63.



Done with The Stand now, Waiting for Beffy to catch up so we can start 11/22/63. :)


Please don't start without me!

Hurry up you two! :D

[John Blaze]

you read it yet? Anyone else that hasn't read it is welcome to join our little read. :) Not that we'll lack people to discuss it with, lol.

[CRinVA]

The Time Machine, by HG Wells (on iphone while waiting for anything - Dr appt, ...)

11/22/63 (in the evenings before bed time)

Dune: House Atreides (audio book during comute time)

[Heather19]

you read it yet? Anyone else that hasn't read it is welcome to join our little read. :) Not that we'll lack people to discuss it with, lol.

I have, its excellent! :)

[Ricky]

Was it a little slow moving for you, Heather? I'm 350 pages in and while the writing is really good, not a whole lot is happening (in terms of action or excitement). Can I expect the second half to be as "quiet"?

[Heather19]

That's really weird I could have sworn I replied... But I didn't think it was slow at all. I couldn't put it down :)

[jhanic]

I just finished my third reread of 11/22/63.

John

[CRinVA]

Wow John, you must really like it - I am still only about a third of the way through my first read! I read slow and mostly when I hit the hay - I'll get there soon though - I only have today and tomorrow to work and then off until Jan 3rd!

[jhanic]

Yeah, Bob, I do really like it. I first read it when I got the US proof, then twice after it hit the stands.

John

[WeDealInLead]

I'm reading The Mote in God's Eye. This book was written for me. Fast paced, intelligent, interesting sci-fi with some political undertones in it. I'm also listening to Black Hills by Dan Simmons and oh my god, it's the most painful book I've ever listened to/read. It just goes on and on and on and on and it's saying nothing at all.

[pixiedark76]

I just finished my third reread of 11/22/63.

John

:rock::onfire::biggrin1: Whoa! You have been busy! You must be a speed reader! I only read the book once so far. I am not yet emotionally ready to read it a second time.

[mae]

Re-reading Bag of Bones (my first ever King re-read, too many books to have to read a first time), as well as dipping into the newly translated Arabian Nights, and just got hold of this:

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[Brice]

Almost done reading GOOD OMENS for the second time (straight through from reading it the first time). I like this story and the way it's told.

Oh, me too. It is wonderful. It is my second favorite Gaiman that I've read.

What's your favorite? I think I should start reading this one, I still haven't been able to pick up a book since finishing 11/22/63.



Done with The Stand now, Waiting for Beffy to catch up so we can start 11/22/63. :)


Please don't start without me!

Hurry up you two! :D


My first Gaiman: Neverwhere! :D

[OchrisO]

Cryptonomicon by Neal Stephenson

[Patrick]

Almost done reading GOOD OMENS for the second time (straight through from reading it the first time). I like this story and the way it's told.
Oh, me too. It is wonderful. It is my second favorite Gaiman that I've read.
What's your favorite? I think I should start reading this one, I still haven't been able to pick up a book since finishing 11/22/63.

Done with The Stand now, Waiting for Beffy to catch up so we can start 11/22/63. :)

Please don't start without me!

Hurry up you two! :D
My first Gaiman: Neverwhere! :D
Heather, I read GOOD OMENS directly after 11/22/63. The change from one favorite author to another favorite author, the change from one good book to another good book, the change in tone from darker to lighter - was exactly the right thing.

NEVERWHERE is pretty awesome too, but I can't honestly say what my favorite Gaiman book would be. ANANSI BOYS would be at or near the top though.

Currrently re-reading: Kurt Vonnegut's SLAUGHTERHOUSE-FIVE.

JB & Bethany, enjoy the new King book!

[Brice]

SLAUGHTERHOUSE is great. :D

I haven't read Anansi Boys yet.

[Heather19]

My first Gaiman: Neverwhere! :D

That was my first as well :D



Heather, I read GOOD OMENS directly after 11/22/63. The change from one favorite author to another favorite author, the change from one good book to another good book, the change in tone from darker to lighter - was exactly the right thing.

Excellent, I think I'll read it then, and save Damned for after.

[Heather19]

Sorry, double post.

[Brice]

My first Gaiman: Neverwhere! :D

That was my first as well :D




:couple:

It is magical.

[fernandito]

My first Gaiman was Sandman, and although it's a graphic novel as opposed to a standard novel, it still reigns supreme as his best work to date. For me, anyway.

[Erin]

Feev speaks the truth.

[Darkthoughts]

My first Gaiman was Sandman, and although it's a graphic novel as opposed to a standard novel, it still reigns supreme as his best work to date. For me, anyway.

Sandman was my first too. I got them as they came out back in the day :)

[DoctorDodge]

Sandman is definitely top of the list.

Oh, and I really hope that one day, Gaiman does a novelisation of his ep The Doctor's Wife, too. Because, like the episode, that would be awesome!

[becca69]

Trying to decide what to start after finishing 11/22/63... A Feast for Crows, Double Dexter, Damned or the last two Sookie Stackhouse books? Thoughts?

[OchrisO]

Sandman is alright, I guess. :)



Trying to decide what to start after finishing 11/22/63... A Feast for Crows, Double Dexter, Damned or the last two Sookie Stackhouse books? Thoughts?

A Feast for Crows.

[Patrick]

SLAUGHTERHOUSE is great. :D
I haven't read Anansi Boys yet.
Given your taste for Gaiman, I really think you would enjoy it.



Heather, I read GOOD OMENS directly after 11/22/63. The change from one favorite author to another favorite author, the change from one good book to another good book, the change in tone from darker to lighter - was exactly the right thing.
Excellent, I think I'll read it then, and save Damned for after.
Good call. :D

Let me know what you think.


Becca: As noted above, I recommend GOOD OMENS if you want something lighter right after 11/22/63.

[Garrell]

Horns - Joe Hill

[Patrick]

Horns - Joe Hill
:thumbsup:

[Darkthoughts]

I loved Horns!

Becca I'd go with either Dexter or Sookie before tackling Feast For Crows, they're both a lot lighter to read and Crows demands a lot of attention. The most recent Sookie was brilliant, Double Dexter is great too, but Dexter Is Delicious was my favourite by far - the scene in the trailer with the ecstasy :rofl:

[becca69]

Horns was great. I'll have to put Good Omens on my list.

[fernandito]

I want to read Horns too. I haven't read anything by Hill, sadly.

Weren't the rights to a Horns movie picked up already ?

[becca69]

Yeah, I wanted to hold off on Crows just because it's the holidays and it would take all of my attention but it just keeps staring at me! Maybe I'll do the Dexter because I'm one Sookie book behind. Thanks for the advice everyone.

[Ricky]

I liked Heart-Shaped Box alot better than Horns.

[becca69]

I liked them both but Horns was my favorite of the two.

[Heather19]

I still need to finish Horns. I got halfway thru then stopped for some reason. And 20th Century Ghosts is my favorite. Feev check out Pop Art from that book. Best short story in my opinion.

[Darkthoughts]

No way Feev!!! Heart Shaped Box is soooo cool, just a brilliant, brilliant ghost story - he's more in Gaiman's style of writing than his Dad's I think. Do you read Locke and Key?

[WeDealInLead]

I liked Heart-Shaped Box alot better than Horns.

Ditto. I think he overreached a little with the ending of Horns and it fell apart instead.

[Ricky]

Yeah, that's kind of how I felt too.