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  • bubbadog
    bubbadog Member Posts: 5,544
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Sorry I haven't been around for a couple of days not been well (long story!) but well enough now to check in.
    Glad to see Karen back! Well it's that time of the month again! Time to start thinking about a choice for Book of the Month for June. Let me know of any suggestions please.
  • suzygirl
    suzygirl Member Posts: 2,005
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Just finished Gone Girl and really enjoyed it. I agree a second book is likely. :D
  • frogmorton
    frogmorton Member Posts: 30,089
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Good to see you back Amanda and you too Suzy - I am nearly finished GONE GIRL so glad a follow-on is likley.

    June's book eh?


    Start thinking

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  • Bioluminescence
    Bioluminescence Member Posts: 42
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    I am just so glad this group exists there's nothing worse than wanting to read something and you just want a decent book but can't seem to find one.

    I'm reading Game of thrones I'm halfway through the first one and it's brilliant. However with it being so long I think I would like to read something else as well.

    I'm not sure if there are any Londoners or anyway who has any strong emotions (good or bad) towards London but I've been reading (quite near the start mind you) Londoners by Craig Taylor - 'The days and nights of London now - as told by those who love it, hate it, live it, left it and long for it.' Its is basically a collection of anecdotes, some amusing, some thought provoking but all really short. I'm reading it from start to finish but you could dip in and out (I guess it would make quite good toilet reading if anyone is inclined to keep a variety of literature next to the lav :wink: )

    I will try and around to reading Gone Girl and if not probrably one of the other interesting books that have been recommended.

    Also with regards to the kindle reading software it is definately nbetter than nothing if youre not feeling up to reading but I really love a good human voice telling a story. I was considering getting a audible account https://www.audible.co.uk/whatis/ref=offers_mst_tnaft_1/279-5276342-6304826?ie=UTF8&pf_rd_r=12F3P3QJVC76TNNE53FA&pf_rd_m=A1RO2JEVVFPTTY&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_i=1402860021_at&pf_rd_p=400705527&pf_rd_s=top-nav-ftx

    Would love to know if anyone here has one? As I'm getting a bit fed up of relistening to harry potter or Roald Dahl audiobooks when I'm trying to drift off to sleep
  • frogmorton
    frogmorton Member Posts: 30,089
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    I will try and around to reading Gone Girl and if not probrably one of the other interesting books that have been recommended.

    Also with regards to the kindle reading software it is definately nbetter than nothing if youre not feeling up to reading but I really love a good human voice telling a story. I was considering getting a audible account https://www.audible.co.uk/whatis/ref=offers_mst_tnaft_1/279-5276342-6304826?ie=UTF8&pf_rd_r=12F3P3QJVC76TNNE53FA&pf_rd_m=A1RO2JEVVFPTTY&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_i=1402860021_at&pf_rd_p=400705527&pf_rd_s=top-nav-ftx

    Would love to know if anyone here has one? As I'm getting a bit fed up of relistening to harry potter or Roald Dahl audiobooks when I'm trying to drift off to sleep[/quote]

    I have JUST (yesterday evening) downloaded my first book form here - you get one free. I went for A street Cat Named Bob

    Ooops sorry :oops: I am so glad you have joined the book club ;) We are looking for a book of the month for June so if you ahve any ideas......?

    Love

    Toni xxx
  • frogmorton
    frogmorton Member Posts: 30,089
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    BLE

    I have listened to (a bit of ),it and Good news!!! It's an english, man's voice, sounds normal slightly southern as it should.

    Love

    Toni xxx
  • bubbadog
    bubbadog Member Posts: 5,544
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Welcome bioluminescence to Book Club, Toni glad you are reading (well listening!) to A street cat named Bob hope you will enjoy it as much as I did. Following them on twitter is so much fun after reading the book and they are getting famous through out the world now which is lovely.
    I'm really enjoying Gone Girl still especially sitting in the conservatory with Arnie & Willow reading it. Everyone have a lovely Bank holiday weekend. :D

    P.S: Can anyone with any suggestions for Book of the Month for June please post them over the next few days please as we only have a few days of May left!
  • lindalegs
    lindalegs Member Posts: 5,398
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Penelope Lively's book The Photograph

    Glyn finds amongst his papers an envelope saying 'Do Not Open DESTROY' in his dead wife's handwriting .............so, of course he opens it to find a photograph. The group photo portrays his wife in an intimate stance with his brother-in-law. It sounds intriguing, I know, but I found this dull to read and the enigma of Kath (dead wife) floating through the chapters a nuisance. I actually skimmed some of the pages to get to the end of the book. I felt it would have been far more interesting if the side characters of Kath’s sister and husband had been the focus of the story.

    3*s

    Luv,
    Love, Legs x
    'Make a life out of what you have, not what you're missing'
  • frogmorton
    frogmorton Member Posts: 30,089
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    I have just bought What have I done by Amanda Prowse

    It looks pretty good, but l have never read anything by her so if no-one else has any ideas....we could try it as book of the month???

    I notice Khaled Hossenei his his new book out - I can't suggest it (or buy it yet) as its £8.???on kindle :shock:

    Thanks Amnada I am certain l will love Bob - I will be able to 'read it' doing other stuff :D

    Legs what a shame about that book.....l could have made the same mistake it sounded really promising :?

    Love

    Toni xxx
  • suzygirl
    suzygirl Member Posts: 2,005
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    I have got What have i done downloaded on my kindle, ready to read. I have no objection to making that book of the month.
  • frogmorton
    frogmorton Member Posts: 30,089
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Ah good Suzy....that's two of us already????

    What does everyone else think?

    Love

    Toni xxx
  • frogmella
    frogmella Member Posts: 1,111
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    I've just put what have I done on order at the library! :D
  • lindalegs
    lindalegs Member Posts: 5,398
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    I'm happy to go along with that suggestion too.

    Luv,
    Love, Legs x
    'Make a life out of what you have, not what you're missing'
  • frogmorton
    frogmorton Member Posts: 30,089
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Jolly good

    I like decisions made :)

    Love


    Toni xxx

    (managed a couple of hours of 'BOB' whilst pottering today too :)
  • frogmella
    frogmella Member Posts: 1,111
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Consensus reached then!

    I finished The Forgotten Garden by Kate Morton last night. I forget, was it April's BOTM? Anyway, I enjoyed it.
    I like books that are split into different characters' points of view because I find they always make me keep reading long after my bed time!! I admit that I had worked out the "puzzle" by about halfway but that didn't spoil it for me. I also like a good mystery and this didn't disappoint on that front either.
    So I award ****/***** probably 4 and a half!

    I am now going to read another Mo Hayder.
  • bubbadog
    bubbadog Member Posts: 5,544
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Sorry I wasn't around over bank holiday weekend been taking care of 'the kids' (my kittens) after their op's. They have been a double handful and still are!! I'm glad you have sorted a Book of the Month in my absence. So What Have I done by Amanda Prowse is June's Book of the Month it's got to brill with her name being Amanda!!! :D
  • frogmella
    frogmella Member Posts: 1,111
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    :D:D Of course it has, Amanda! Hope your babies soon feel back to their old selves, albeit a bit less of their old selves!!
  • bubbadog
    bubbadog Member Posts: 5,544
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Looking forward to a sunny weekend! Sitting in my conservatory reading with Arnie & Willow by my side. Got a surprise last night my OH is having today off work so not sure what his plans are!!
  • frogmorton
    frogmorton Member Posts: 30,089
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Earning brownie points Anada I suspect like mine did today :wink:

    Racing at Coventry tonight :roll:

    I don't mind though been in the garden listening to 'Bob' :D

    Hope Arnie and Willow are suitably recovered?

    Love

    Toni xxx
  • bubbadog
    bubbadog Member Posts: 5,544
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    The kids (kittens) are back to their old selves bar Willows missing square of fur! Her stitched area is looking good and has almost healed! Haven't had time to read yet as Hubby dragged me off shopping for 2hrs Friday and I'm recovering from that! Been very tired. Hoping to get my head down in the conservatory today!
  • bubbadog
    bubbadog Member Posts: 5,544
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Just to let anyone know who hasn't read it yet, 'Room by Emma Donoghue has been reduced on Amazon to £1.99 on kindle. Great price!!
  • lindalegs
    lindalegs Member Posts: 5,398
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    May's book of the month Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn

    This was a real page turner about a missing wife. It showed both sides of a story and had many unexpected twists and turns and I really enjoyed it ………..till the end. I knocked a star off purely because the ending left you in a state of limbo and I would think preparing you for a sequel.

    4*s

    Luv,
    Love, Legs x
    'Make a life out of what you have, not what you're missing'
  • frogmorton
    frogmorton Member Posts: 30,089
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    GONE GIRL By Gillian Flynn

    I did enjoy this book, it wasn't my usual genre and I like to have a change.

    The story is about a woman who goes missing on her 5th wedding anniversary leaving some 'clues' behind her.

    As is usual her husband it the main suspect....but there is more to it than that. The female lead is a complex character and very devious, the male lead is a 'cheat'.

    I wasn't sure who was my hero/heroine 'her' or 'him' What I enjoyed was the fact that I ended up 'siding' with them almost in turn!

    A good book I would give 4.5*

    Love to everyone and Amanda....wish I had bought ROOM at that bargain price :wink:

    Toni xxx
  • suzygirl
    suzygirl Member Posts: 2,005
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Hi all, sorry been so quiet, lots going on at the moment.

    I watched the film The Hunger Games on Sunday and absolutely loved. Then I downloaded and read the book, I was enthralled.

    The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins

    It is set in the future and is about 24 adults chosen from 12 districts who have to fight each other until only one remains. It sounds graphic, but isn't and is enthralling and gripping right until the last page. I was hooked from the first page and have downloaded the next in the trilogy.

    ***** 5/5

    Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn

    It was a murder mystery told from 2 perspectives, slightly implausible plot and the ending I found weak, but probably sets you up for a sequel.

    *** 3/5

    Forgotten Garden by Kate Morton

    I loved this book as it was so different and refreshing to read. I have since read others of hers and enjoyed them equally.

    **** 4/5

    My mom has just given me a book called The Secret Scripture by Sebastion Barry it is about a 100 year ols lady incarcerated in a physchiatric hospital and why she is there, for all her life. It looks fascinating and I was wondering if no one has read it, if it could be book for July? Just an idea.

    I have also read this months book, very interesting. Will try not to leave so long between posting. It is just my stupid hands hurt so much.
  • bubbadog
    bubbadog Member Posts: 5,544
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Suzy you really have been a book worm!! Thank you for the excellent reviews!

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