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  • frogmella
    frogmella Member Posts: 1,111
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Oh yes, definitely. Been thinking about her since I read the news. (())
  • bubbadog
    bubbadog Member Posts: 5,544
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Had a bad Migraine Tuesday Night and yesterday so wasn't about managed to get some reading done yesterday, still enjoying Unbreakable-My New Biography By Sharon Osbourne nearly 3/4 of the way through!!
  • bubbadog
    bubbadog Member Posts: 5,544
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    I hope everyone can have as good weekend as you can, special warm (())'s to Toni,Paul & Lucy, take care, don't go eating to many curries!
  • bubbadog
    bubbadog Member Posts: 5,544
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Unbreakable - My New Autobiography By Sharon Osbourne

    This is the 3rd Autobiography from Mrs O, I have read the last 2 Autobiographies and really enjoyed them, the way Mrs O writes you feel how she feels and a lot of the time she makes you laugh out loud. Unbreakable goes over the last two years from End of 2011 to mid 2013. And the Osbourne family have had some ruff times with the exception of a new arrival to the Osbourne family. There is never a dull moment with this book a real rollercoaster of emotions told in the colourful Sharon Osbourne way! If your looking to read an interesting autobiography you can't go wrong with this book! A great book!!

    Rating:- *****
  • bubbadog
    bubbadog Member Posts: 5,544
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Hi Bookclubbers!! Hope your all well and enjoying what you are reading. I'm about to start You Had Me At Hello so I'll be interested what anyone else who read it thought of it.
  • bubbadog
    bubbadog Member Posts: 5,544
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Toni sent me a text to say Hi to all Bookies and inform all Bookies that she is now reading Never Coming Back By Tim Weaver. I know she wants us to carry on with The Book Club. Toni is still reading so should we! Everyone stay warm over the weekend and enjoy whatever you are reading!
  • marrianne
    marrianne Member Posts: 1,161
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Hi Bubba ,Yes we will carry on ,missed this part of the forum a lot I wondered how Toni would be feeling about the book club ,Its just so like her to send her blessing ,So I will look back and try to catch up with a few of the books I have missed ,its bitterly cold here and need inspiration I didnt really enjoy the new Bridget Jones .I got for Cheistmas ((()))hugs to all Marranne
  • frogmella
    frogmella Member Posts: 1,111
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    I am reading The Glass House by Simon Mawer It is a book I actually own, bought years ago and then never got around to reading. I picked it up while I was waiting for a library book to arrive. It is really good. I will review when I'm done.

    Good to hear Toni still reading away. Sometimes helps to take your mind off things.
  • bubbadog
    bubbadog Member Posts: 5,544
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Marrianne could you please review the Bridget Jones book you have read as I'm sure all the bookies would be interested to see what you made of it and it will help other decide whether to read it or not. Look forward to reading your review.
  • marrianne
    marrianne Member Posts: 1,161
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Definnately going to start mt review today ,Bubba I hope your headache is passing ,my o/h is prone to migraine he had a rough christmas hugs Marrianne ((()))
  • ichabod6
    ichabod6 Member Posts: 843
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    All this year I have ploughed through The Goldfinch by Donna Tartt.
    I kept on to the end waiting for something to happen, but it never did.
    She reminds me of Geoffrey Archer. Years ago I read a couple of his books
    which were spoiled by bad grammar and plots that lurched along. but went nowhere. Am I being too critical?
    Going to read A short book about drawing by Andrew Marr now.
  • marrianne
    marrianne Member Posts: 1,161
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    once on holiday read a quiver of arrows J/Archer think they were short stories much better I agree his books are not all they are cracked up to be . My book of choice is the last in the cazalet chronicles forget the title its upstairs .. she died recently Elizabeth J Howard in her 90 s when she finnished this book awesome .. her words were so clear and her characters brilliant but I must now review the B/Jones for my sins :lol:
  • bubbadog
    bubbadog Member Posts: 5,544
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Ichabod6, I know you didn't enjoy The Goldfinch by Donna Tartt But could you do a full review of the book for the site please.

    I've started You had me at Hello and I'm really enjoying it, great story has you going along and is such an easy read. All ready a quarter of the way through.

    I hate to say it but it's nearly that time again! Could we start thinking of a book for Book Of The Month for February can anybody who has some possible idea's for a book please put it forward. I know Amazon has a sale on of books so if anybody see's something that is a good possible post it.
  • bubbadog
    bubbadog Member Posts: 5,544
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Amazon Kindles book deals of the month if you need any idea's for 'Febuary's Book Of The Month ' hope this may bring some possible idea's if no one has some of their own.


    http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/feature.html/ref=amb_link_157681107_1?ie=UTF8&docId=1000761963&pf_rd_m=A3P5ROKL5A1OLE&pf_rd_s=left-2&pf_rd_r=0J11TEZX
  • frogmorton
    frogmorton Member Posts: 30,089
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    HELLO Bookworms :)

    Tis I who broke her kindle GETTING to this hospital (squashed in my bag) :roll:

    My darling husband immediately bought me a replacement so I am back in action. Good really as there is still over two weeks to go barring delays......on 3rd book so far....it helps

    I have missed you all

    Love

    Toni xxx
  • frogmella
    frogmella Member Posts: 1,111
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Lovely to see you on here Toni. Reading really does help, once you get "in" the book then you can block everything else out. Well, it works for me anyway. I think about you every day. What a long job it is. Poor girl must be missing her own bed. Anyway, big hugs to you ((()))
  • frogmorton
    frogmorton Member Posts: 30,089
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    She is Frogmella - so am I!!

    We'll get there :)

    love

    Toni xxx
  • frogmella
    frogmella Member Posts: 1,111
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    You will, Toni. :D

    The Glass Room by Simon Mawer

    The main "star" of this book is the eponymous house. The book begins between WWI and WWII in Czechoslovakia. The couple who commission the house are Liesel and Viktor Landauer. Later on, as Hitler's plans come to pass, it becomes apparent that they need to leave, quickly, as Viktor is a Jew.
    There are a few stories through the book - the tale of Liesel and Viktor's marriage, Liesel's relationship with her friend Hana, Hana's relationships with others and so forth. The binding thread is the house.
    It was a good, thoughtful book. I award ****

    I will pick up The Shock of the Fall tomorrow.
  • bubbadog
    bubbadog Member Posts: 5,544
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Thank you Frogmella for the review of The Glass Room. so good to hear from you Toni, only you could break your Kindle in transit!! :lol: What a sweetie your OH is for replacing it so quickly. Reading is great to fill in time when your having to wait. I'm sure it is helping you get through this dreadful time.

    I'd be grateful if you could post any suggestions for Book Of The Month for February I would appreciate it we could have any suggestions in by the end of Monday so we can make a decision and post what the book will be.....Thank you. :)
  • frogmella
    frogmella Member Posts: 1,111
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    I have just started The Shock of the Fall today and it is £1.99 on kindle. Have read 50 pages already! Or I have The Good Father by Noah Hawley on my shortlist and that is 91p. Obviously I am open to other suggestions. I have been a bit rubbish at reading BOTMs of late :oops: .
  • bubbadog
    bubbadog Member Posts: 5,544
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    I have to admit after reading the descriptions of both The Shock Of The Fall & The Good Father you have 2 good books!! The Good Father has similarities to one the recent books we read but I think The Shock Of The Fall looks to be an interesting read. You do read some very good books, Thank you Frogmella!! :)

    So Book Of The Month For February is The Shock Of The Fall by Nathan Filer
    Kindle Price:- £1.99
    Hard back Price :-£9.09
    Paperback:- £5.59

    Prices from Amazon online.
  • frogmella
    frogmella Member Posts: 1,111
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Thank you, Bubba! I do try! :lol: Have read some blummin awful ones too.....

    I am enjoying The Shock of the Fall so far, a page turner. Have ordered some more because I don't think this one will last very long!
  • bubbadog
    bubbadog Member Posts: 5,544
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    It's such a great feeling when you find a book that you just can't put down and you finish it within 2 days. You just want to find another one!! :D
  • frogmella
    frogmella Member Posts: 1,111
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    That is very true, Bubba! I also find that when I finish a book the world seems to go quiet! Maybe that is just me?
  • suzygirl
    suzygirl Member Posts: 2,005
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    ((( hugs ))) to Toni and her family. I have been thinking of you. Glad to hear that reading is helping you. I will have a look at Never Come back.

    I haven't really read much, been watching netflix on tv.

    Hope you are all well.

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