What are you reading right now?

MoonlitSunshine · 08-14-2012, 05:48 PM

Hey, by the time you finish them they may have just released the final book, so good timing on that one :P I'm facing having to read the entire series (or bits of it at least) for a 5th time, having had to do the same for the release of every one since Winter's Heart... I will say that one of them, around the 5th or 6th, is by far the worst. It drags immensely and was particularly annoying for some reason. If you find yourself enjoying it up to a particular phase of one of the books, it's worth powering through, as it does pick up again.

As for myself:

It was decided that we are going to Greece for a week in September, at which point I was presented with this book (having not really liked the TV adaptation that was done of it) and told that I HAD to read it before we went. So, begrudgingly, I picked it up... and I've loved it. It's such a wonderfully eclectic mix of relatively good-natured reserved English-family arguing (hyphens inserted for the sanity of any readers), and wonderfully.. accessible natural biology. Being written from the perspective of a young boy who grew up to be a rather distinguished natural historian and biologist, it is enlightening how his simple but insatiable appetite for seeing how animals live and interact started, as much as it is mind-boggling how he didn't get hurt more often, or even more confusing, how on earth his mother managed to pay for the lifestyle they led!

The humour of the author's childhood and his perspective of his family, combined with great characters, a simple and forthright narrative, and an evocative atmosphere of a lazy yet lively Corfu makes for a fantastic read.

In my humble opinion, at least :P

NSW · 08-14-2012, 06:02 PM

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Originally Posted by bob.

glad you liked it

finished The Hobbit....which really went quick....but was actually a fun read

at the request of a friend i have decided to attempt (this is my second attempt) the Dark Tower series....so i started last night/today The Gunslinger

so far it is boring as hell

The first book is the hardest to get through. Funny because it's the shortest. But if you stick with it you will not be disappointed my friend. Each book got better and better.

bob. · 08-14-2012, 06:06 PM

that is exactly what my friend told me....she has great taste and loves these books....it just started to get a bit interesting

PoorOldPo · 08-14-2012, 07:56 PM

Paedantic Basterd · 08-17-2012, 10:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Unknown Soldier

You know I've reassessed The Wheel of Time and have decided to embrace its slow and ponderous feel and not expect things to happen very quickly. Since adopting this attitude I've started enjoying it again. About half way now through book 2 and really like the Padan Fain character. I think I'm into the saga now for the long run.

Excited for both of us. I promise not to spoil anything for you now that I know someone else is reading.

Howard the Duck · 08-18-2012, 09:03 AM

cyberspacey espionage

Paedantic Basterd · 08-18-2012, 11:04 PM

I am halfway through book 5 of the Wheel of Time (The Fires of Heaven), and have suffered the first major disappointment, in the form of

Spoiler for Spoilerz:

cozypowellsdrumkit · 08-18-2012, 11:11 PM

Just finished The Lincoln Lawyer. I'm into Michael Connelly. Reading From Sea To Shining Sea right now(by James A. Thom) Next on the shelf is Dan Brown's Angels and Demons.
I was thinking about getting the 50 Shades deal. Maybe not. She who will be obeyed might not like it(or she might

GirlBehindTheStrings · 08-20-2012, 07:33 PM

To whoever was talking about King's "Dark Tower" series being difficult to get through... just tough it out through the first one. They are amazing.

Howard the Duck · 08-20-2012, 11:11 PM

still at "Spook Country"

a real page-turner

and how the three characters lives intersect is a joy to behold

08-14-2012, 05:48 PM	#4311 (permalink)
MoonlitSunshine Dat's Der Bunny! Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ireland Posts: 1,088	Hey, by the time you finish them they may have just released the final book, so good timing on that one :P I'm facing having to read the entire series (or bits of it at least) for a 5th time, having had to do the same for the release of every one since Winter's Heart... I will say that one of them, around the 5th or 6th, is by far the worst. It drags immensely and was particularly annoying for some reason. If you find yourself enjoying it up to a particular phase of one of the books, it's worth powering through, as it does pick up again. As for myself: It was decided that we are going to Greece for a week in September, at which point I was presented with this book (having not really liked the TV adaptation that was done of it) and told that I HAD to read it before we went. So, begrudgingly, I picked it up... and I've loved it. It's such a wonderfully eclectic mix of relatively good-natured reserved English-family arguing (hyphens inserted for the sanity of any readers), and wonderfully.. accessible natural biology. Being written from the perspective of a young boy who grew up to be a rather distinguished natural historian and biologist, it is enlightening how his simple but insatiable appetite for seeing how animals live and interact started, as much as it is mind-boggling how he didn't get hurt more often, or even more confusing, how on earth his mother managed to pay for the lifestyle they led! The humour of the author's childhood and his perspective of his family, combined with great characters, a simple and forthright narrative, and an evocative atmosphere of a lazy yet lively Corfu makes for a fantastic read. In my humble opinion, at least :P __________________ "I found it eventually, at the bottom of a locker in a disused laboratory, with a sign on the door saying "Beware of the Leopard". Ever thought of going into Advertising?" - Arthur Dent

08-14-2012, 06:06 PM	#4313 (permalink)
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08-18-2012, 11:04 PM	#4317 (permalink)
Paedantic Basterd Music Addict Join Date: Sep 2010 Posts: 5,184	I am halfway through book 5 of the Wheel of Time (The Fires of Heaven), and have suffered the first major disappointment, in the form of Spoiler for Spoilerz: The totally uncalled for romantic development between Rand and Aviendha. I have no objection to the match that was made, but the way it was written was just sloppy. The two characters argue for months, then out of the blue (through a suspiciously deus ex application of the One Power), they find themselves humping in a blizzard more or less by accident, as if the enormous derailment of character were somehow excused by the fact that it was a spontaneous result of a rescue attempt, after which Rand offers to marry her in a moment completely absent of emotion ("Whoops, sorry about that, looks like we have to get married now"). I just can't accept that he, thus far portrayed as a complete gentleman would piss on propriety, or that she, who lives and dies by the customs and honour of her people would betray an oath spoken to her near-sister. The whole chapter was just **ing ridiculous. Jordan should never have dabbled in physical romance, particularly when he's skirted around romance at all up until this ill-conceived chapter, not to mention how dubiously it leans on the Power as a solution or catalyst for the plot development. Quit **ing around man, and get back to the storytelling.

08-18-2012, 11:11 PM	#4318 (permalink)
cozypowellsdrumkit Groupie Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Kentucky Posts: 94	Just finished The Lincoln Lawyer. I'm into Michael Connelly. Reading From Sea To Shining Sea right now(by James A. Thom) Next on the shelf is Dan Brown's Angels and Demons. I was thinking about getting the 50 Shades deal. Maybe not. She who will be obeyed might not like it(or she might __________________ You don't have to be crazy to do this, but it helps-Bob Ross.

08-20-2012, 07:33 PM	#4319 (permalink)
GirlBehindTheStrings Groupie Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: USA (Pa) Posts: 23	To whoever was talking about King's "Dark Tower" series being difficult to get through... just tough it out through the first one. They are amazing.