How about a Book Thread?

[Tarotreader]

There are so many books I'd like to chat about. I don't see a place for it though. Should I start one in Misc.?

[mena]

You just started one. Go for it and knock yourself out!!!

[Tarotreader]

You just started one. Go for it and knock yourself out!!!

Kewl. But I couldn't wait. I skipped over to Misc. and started a thread on a specific book series there. Thanks for responding!

[mena]

I noticed ha,ha..no big deal.

[Tarotreader]

I noticed ha,ha..no big deal.

I'm blushing. You can delete the other one if you like, I can start it over here. Or whatever. I could just think of another book to discuss here!

[Tarotreader]

I loved loved loved Secret Life of Bees by .....um, doing Google search now.........by Sue Monk Kidd. I loved it so much that when somebody loaned me her book, The Mermaid Chair I jumped into it without even reading the cover to see what it was about. Boy, was I disappointed. The Mermaid Chair turned out to be a romance. I mean, it was a good book, but I detest romance for some reason. It had enough good stuff to make up for the romance, I suppose, but I could have done without the Harlequin aspect.

[Tarotreader]

You just started one. Go for it and knock yourself out!!!

Maybe you could start a book/movie/tv forum under Entertainment?

[Tarotreader]

You just started one. Go for it and knock yourself out!!!

OR.........you could just put one under Entertainment called "Bookworms" !!!

[EagleCitizen]

Have you guys read "a child called it" It's a great book of SURVIVAL

A Child Called "It" is the unforgettable story of a child whose courage and unyielding determination enabled him to survive extreme life-threatening odds.

As a child, Dave was brutally beaten and starved by his emotionally unstable, alcoholic mother: a mother who played tortuous games--games that left him Dave nearly dead. With only his willpower to survive, Dave learned how to play his Mother's sinister games in order to survive because she no longer considered Dave a son but a slave, and no longer a boy but an "It."

Although A Child Called "It" contains situations of mistreatment Dave suffered, it is a real life story of the indomitable human spirit. This gripping account is told through the eyes of a child--who will pay any price in order to succeed.

The first part of a trilogy series*, A Child Called "It" is currently translated in nearly forty languages and has been read by millions throughout the world. As stated by Jack Canfield, co-author of the Chicken Soup for the Soul series, Dave is the living example that all of us have the capability to better ourselves no matter what the odds. One's life is forever changed after living through the eyes of A Child Called "It."
http://www.davepelzer.com/CCI.htm

[Tarotreader]

Have you guys read "a child called it" It's a great book of SURVIVAL

I've seen it, but I'm afraid to read it. Reading about people being tortured, molested, that sort of thing just crawls into my brain and sits there, affecting my dreams. How graphic is it? As much as I wanted to read it, I was afraid to.

[EagleCitizen]

I've seen it, but I'm afraid to read it. Reading about people being tortured, molested, that sort of thing just crawls into my brain and sits there, affecting my dreams. How graphic is it? As much as I wanted to read it, I was afraid to.


It's pretty graphic. I liked it. Show that human spirit can endure much and come out a true winner. This man is a great inspiration to those that have suffered the cruelty of abuse and child molestation. We think that our problems are Huge and then this book makes you analyze that there are people, especially children that have it far worse. Makes one appreciate LIFE

[Tarotreader]

It's pretty graphic. I liked it. Show that human spirit can endure much and come out a true winner. This man is a great inspiration to those that have suffered the cruelty of abuse and child molestation. We think that our problems are Huge and then this book makes you analyze that there are people, especially children that have it far worse. Makes one appreciate LIFE


As I recall, the child is smart enough to learn to "play the game," right? He figures out how to survive and doesn't just become ..........a pet? I don't think I could read this right now. I think I have far too much empathy. But I hope I can get up the nerve to read it one day. Glad to have talked to someone who has read it!

[EagleCitizen]

Yea, he is a true survivor. I read many books. fiction and non fic. Has anyone read "the divinci Code?" What is your opinion?

[Tarotreader]

Yea, he is a true survivor. I read many books. fiction and non fic. Has anyone read "the divinci Code?" What is your opinion?

I did. I loved part of it, and could have done without the rest. It's not really my genre. I loved all the conspiracy stuff, the concept of "the code" etc. But the romance, and all that.........blech. Whatever, some people like that stuff. I enjoyed the book well enough to go and buy "Breaking the Code" as I think it was called. That was SO boring. I never finished it. But it was all about why "The Divinci Code" could never be possilbe from the perspective of someone who studies scripture. I didn't take the "Divinci Code" seriously, but I thought it was a good example of how some relgions manipulate their followers through their beliefs, myths, legends, and lore.

[catwoman]

Well it's not really new. It's called "The Kitchen God's Wife". It is so good. I cried. It's my Amy Tan (The Joy Luck Club)

[Tarotreader]

Well it's not really new. It's called "The Kitchen God's Wife". It is so good. I cried. It's my Amy Tan (The Joy Luck Club)

I LOVE Amy Tan!!! She's awesome. And she's a Lymie, like me! So I feel a connection. I read "Joy Luck Club" after seeing the movie. Then I read "The Hundred Secret Senses," actually, I think I listened to it on audio-book. It was incredible. I want to read more Amy Tan! I'll keep my eyes open for "The Kitchen God's Wife." Her writing reminds me of Laura Esquivel's "Like Water For Chocolate." Maybe it's because of the focus on the mother/daughter relationship.

[Tarotreader]

Any science fiction readers out there? I'm a nut for Frank Herbert, David Feintuch, Isaac Asimov, Anne McCaffrey. Read anything by any of them? I've read Dune about 20 times or so...........it's my favorite book.

[Tarotreader]

Well it's not really new. It's called "The Kitchen God's Wife". It is so good. I cried. It's my Amy Tan (The Joy Luck Club)

Read Rebecca Wells? She wrote "Little Altars Everywhere" and "The Divine Secrets of the Ya Ya Sisterhood." I didn't like Ya Ya as much as Little Altars, the first book was just so amazing. But both were excellent and I enjoyed them thoroughly.

[EagleCitizen]

i'm currently reading "The Crush" by Sandra Brown. So far so good.

[Tarotreader]

i'm currently reading "The Crush" by Sandra Brown. So far so good.

Is that the same book they made the movie from? The one with Andie McDowel (sp?)? It was a good movie, sad though. I hope the book ends better!!!!!!!!

[EagleCitizen]

Is that the same book they made the movie from? The one with Andie McDowel (sp?)? It was a good movie, sad though. I hope the book ends better!!!!!!!!

no it's not the same one.

Dr. Rennie Newton is. A regimented, highly talented surgeon, she lives an isolated life, with few friends and few contacts beyond those she works with. There's no one in her life who could have possibly sent her the roses. Forewoman for the jury of a newsworthy murder-for-hire case, Rennie's trademark composure and self-assurance in the courtroom compels her jury mates to deliver a not guilty verdict, and, at the same time, unbeknownst to her, has caught the eye of an unwanted admirer.contract killer (excuse me, alleged contract killer) Ricky Lozada. Lozada is repulsive --- kudos to Brown for creating a slimy, dislikable villain packaged like eye candy. And for throwing in his coveted pets, adding just a bit more of a chill to the story.

Five days after the close of the trial, Rennie's colleague is brutally murdered in the hospital parking lot where they worked together. The murder is hallmark Lozada. Could he have done it? And why would he?

[Tarotreader]

no it's not the same one.

Dr. Rennie Newton is. A regimented, highly talented surgeon, she lives an isolated life, with few friends and few contacts beyond those she works with. There's no one in her life who could have possibly sent her the roses. Forewoman for the jury of a newsworthy murder-for-hire case, Rennie's trademark composure and self-assurance in the courtroom compels her jury mates to deliver a not guilty verdict, and, at the same time, unbeknownst to her, has caught the eye of an unwanted admirer.contract killer (excuse me, alleged contract killer) Ricky Lozada. Lozada is repulsive --- kudos to Brown for creating a slimy, dislikable villain packaged like eye candy. And for throwing in his coveted pets, adding just a bit more of a chill to the story.

Five days after the close of the trial, Rennie's colleague is brutally murdered in the hospital parking lot where they worked together. The murder is hallmark Lozada. Could he have done it? And why would he?

Sounds like it could be a movie!

[zunzune]

Are there any "must reads" that you could suggest for the summer for kids and adults?
I'm a book"aholic" and have been reading a lot of Dean Koontz lately but I'm looking for something a little bit more substantial. Any suggestions? How about good stories for girls? My child loves to read as well and although she has a couple of favorites, we are looking for something new.

[Evie]

Hey Zunzune I love to read also. I just finished reading A Million Little Pieces by James Frey. About an alcochol and drug addict and what he goes through in a rehab. It was pretty good. But mostly I like the V.C. Andrew books.

How old is your daughter and what kinda books does she like to read?
I saw the other day some Nancy Drew books at one of the dollar stores, I remember those were pretty cool. But the Judy Blume are the best for girls.

[gsgutz]

Hey Zunzune I love to read also. I just finished reading A Milion Litle Pieces by James Frey. About an alcochol and drug addict and what he goes through in a rehab. It was pretty good. But mostly I like the V.C. Andrew books.

How old is your daughter and what kinda books does she like to read?
I saw the other day some Nancy Drew books at one of the dollar stores, I remember those were pretty cool. But the Judy Blume are the best for girls.


I LOVE V.C. ANDREWS BOOKS!!!!! I like the older ones though, it seems like after she died, the person that started "writing" in her name wasnt quite the same. I loved Judy Blume when I was a young girl, I'll never forget Island of the Blue Dolphins, those are all reads for the younger kids.

[zunzune]

Hey Zunzune I love to read also. I just finished reading A Milion Litle Pieces by James Frey. About an alcochol and drug addict and what he goes through in a rehab. It was pretty good. But mostly I like the V.C. Andrew books.

How old is your daughter and what kinda books does she like to read?
I saw the other day some Nancy Drew books at one of the dollar stores, I remember those were pretty cool. But the Judy Blume are the best for girls.


That sounds like it would be good. I like V.C. Andrews as well but mostly the older stuff. Lately I've been reading a lot of Dean Koontz, James Patterson, Isabel Allende and pretty much anything I can get my hands on. The folks at Thrift Town and the Salvation Army Store love me. I clear out all their books.
My daughter is 9 but reads like a 12-year old. She likes anything that has some reality to it. She was never into make-believe (THAT is the bane of my existence as I loved make-believe) and likes stories that ring true. I gave her The Wind in the Willows (long version) last year and we would sit in front of the fireplace and take turns reading. At one point she said there was no way on earth all these animals could talk and could we please read something else. I told her to go read the Encyclopedia!:)

[Evie]

That sounds like it would be good. I like V.C. Andrews as well but mostly the older stuff. Lately I've been reading a lot of Dean Koontz, James Patterson, Isabel Allende and pretty much anything I can get my hands on. The folks at Thrift Town and the Salvation Army Store love me. I clear out all their books.
My daughter is 9 but reads like a 12-year old. She likes anything that has some reality to it. She was never into make-believe (THAT is the bane of my existence as I loved make-believe) and likes stories that ring true. I gave her The Wind in the Willows (long version) last year and we would sit in front of the fireplace and take turns reading. At one point she said there was no way on earth all these animals could talk and could we please read something else. I told her to go read the Encyclopedia!:)

Yes it's true, the older VC Andrew books are the best. I am trying to collect them all and maybe leave them to my grandchild since my daughter is not a reader. lol I ordered them at Wal-Mart online but it can come out to be pretty expensive. Too bad we don't have a thrift or Salvation Army down here. The last time I went to one that is the first thing I went to--the books. I bought one by Bill Cosby, it was pretty funny.

Have you heard of a book called: Drink Cultura by Jose Antonio Burciaga or Caramelo by Sandra Cisneros? Those are the 2 books I am looking for right now.

Has your daughter tried the R.L. Stine books or the Goosebumps books?

[zunzune]

Yes it's true, the older VC Andrew books are the best. I am trying to collect them all and maybe leave them to my grandchild since my daughter is not a reader. lol I ordered them at Wal-Mart online but it can come out to be pretty expensive. Too bad we don't have a thrift or Salvation Army down here. The last time I went to one that is the first thing I went to--the books. I bought one by Bill Cosby, it was pretty funny.

Have you heard of a book called: Drink Cultura by Jose Antonio Burciaga or Caramelo by Sandra Cisneros? Those are the 2 books I am looking for right now.

Has your daughter tried the R.L. Stine books or the Goosebumps books?


She hasn't tried them yet. Maybe I'll take her to the library and have her try them out.
You can find Drink Cultura and Caramelo on Amazon. They have them at reduced prices. Another good one is The House on Mango Street and My Wicked Wicked Ways. Drink Cultura is pretty good.

[Evie]

I read House on Mango Street, it was a good book. I'm gonna go see if I can find Drink Cultura at the library if not then I guess I will buy it.

[zunzune]

Are there any forum members who read Dean Koontz? James Patterson? Lisa Jackson? I'm looking for chronologies and some of the websites don't list the books in order of publication.

[Tarotreader]

I just finished reading A Million Little Pieces by James Frey. About an alcochol and drug addict and what he goes through in a rehab. It was pretty good.

People keep recomending that book to me but I haven't read it yet. That good, huh? Now I'll have to read it!

[zunzune]

Has anybody read "Running With Scissors"?

[mena]

Sorry, not me. Have you read "Don Quijote de la Mancha"?

[zunzune]

Sorry, not me. Have you read "Don Quijote de la Mancha"?

I have. :)

[mena]

I just bought the book not that long ago. The title came up a lot during my last semester so I figured I read it. A friend from DE said it was a little confusing but, when he saw the play it made a little more sense.