No, I don't. I heard I'm missing out though !Originally Posted by Darkthoughts
Yeah, I've been curious as to what his writing style is like ... but the Gaiman comparison lends it some context I think. I'll definitely have to check out some of his work soon, the curiosity is gnawing at me.
Feev, he's only got three full-scale books out, so I'd say to just read them in order. 20TH CENTURY GHOSTS is a collection of short stories published in various places before anyone knew of his famous father connection, then there's his first novel, HEART-SHAPED BOX, then his second, HORNS. (Reportedly his third novel is written, but it is not yet published.)
When you want to go the comics route, LOCKE & KEY is great.
Locke & Key is great. I loved 20th Century Ghosts and Heart-Shaped Box, but I tried reading Horns recently and was having trouble getting into it. I need to try again at some point.
Right now I have decided to try to finish The Wheel of Time series. I started ages ago and stopped at book seven for some forgotten reason(probably that other books grabbed my attention more, since book 7 bogs down a bit). I am on book 8, The Path of Daggers now.
There's one hole in every revolution, large or small. And it's one word long.. people. No matter how big the idea they all stand under, people are small and weak and cheap and frightened. It's people that kill every revolution.
I loved Horns, I know what people are saying about the ending, but I thought it was cool.
I'm part way through the new Terry Pratchett book - Snuff, but what I currently find myself reading are Skyrim tips and forums
I had never read any Joe Hill. A week or so ago I picked up 20th Century Ghosts, and WOW! Those are some great stories! I'm only about halfway finished and really liking it. I may have to try one of his novels next.
Yes.I'm part way through the new Terry Pratchett book - Snuff, but what I currently find myself reading are Skyrim tips and forums
Joe Hill, in descending order: Heart-shaped Box, 20th Century Ghosts, Locke & Key, Horns. He should do another collection of short stories. I think I know of 3 uncollected ones and 20th.. was simply great.
I just read the Hunger Games trilogy... I was a little disappointed in how similar the first two are to Battle Royale, but other than that they were good. I definitely saw a few of the plot twists coming, though.
I plan on starting the second book in the next few days. Are you planning on watch the film adaptation ?
Yeah, I think I will. I'm pretty curious to see how her outfits are interpreted on screen... I know that sounds like a totally idiotic thing to say.
A little past halfways with 11/22/63, and I'm loving it. His best retirement book so far, easily.
"So many vows. They make you swear and swear. Defend the King, obey the King, obey your father, protect the innocent, defend the weak. But what if your father despises the King? What if the King massacres the innocent? It's too much. No matter what you do, you're forsaking one vow or another."
Started Black House....finally, didn't really care for the Talisman, but some have told me that they liked Black House more.
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Only the gentle are ever really strong.
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HURRRRRRRRRRRRRY! I have thoughts!
Talisman and Black House are in my top 3, I count them as one.
People love frozen yogurt. I don't know what to tell you.
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Ask not what bears can do for you, but what you can do for bears. (razz)
When one is in agreement with bears one is always correct. (mae)
bears are back!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Never be cruel and never be cowardly. And if you ever are, always make amends.
You are a walking talking Doctor Who encyclopedia to me. - Melike
I got this for Christmas. Let me know how you end up liking it.Reading this
That's a first.
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No doubt! I just haven't gotten around to it yet. I think we have it around here somewhere. I actually haven't read alot of Gaiman's stuff. I've only read a couple of the sandman comics, some short stories, Neverwhere, and Good Omens I believe.Given your taste for Gaiman, I really think you would .SLAUGHTERHOUSE is great.
I haven't read Anansi Boys yet.
I know, right?!That's a first.
People love frozen yogurt. I don't know what to tell you.
I really need to try to read The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo again. I haven't gotten farther then the first 20 pages or so.
I had my infatuations, but we both know in our hearts who is the sole love of my short, bright life.
Emily! Read with me! I think I'm going to read it after I finish 11/22/63.
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It's slow going at first, but what really makes the book memorable is definitely Lisbeth Salander. Very Sherlockian, and that's not something I can say about a lot of characters. See, it's easy to come up with a genius who also has faults, but Salander's...well, she's a unique character altogether. It's a while before she appears, but it's worth it.
Never be cruel and never be cowardly. And if you ever are, always make amends.
You are a walking talking Doctor Who encyclopedia to me. - Melike
Deal!
I had my infatuations, but we both know in our hearts who is the sole love of my short, bright life.
Let me know when you want to start.
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