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I have read so many because I read about them here- and since my brain is kind of tired I will name just a few of the more recent ones. Rules of Civility (I enjoyed reading it, but honestly afterwards I dont think I thought as highly of it- it was well written but just not sure about that one) The Blackest Bird (this was really not my typical book, but it was very well done and I thoroughly enjoyed it. It also coupled with a bit of history which I really enjoyed) People who Eat Darkness. ( just finished this one. Definitely not my typical book at all but the story was amazing- non fiction that is hard to believe- but so so well written. It was a great read even if it was not a pleasant topic) Olive Kitteridge (this was quite a bit ago, so don't remember it too well but I know I enjoyed it)
I am very sure there were many others, but those come to mind readily. I really appreciate all the suggestions for books here.
I have read so many because I read about them here- and since my brain is kind of tired I will name just a few of the more recent ones. Rules of Civility (I enjoyed reading it, but honestly afterwards I dont think I thought as highly of it- it was well written but just not sure about that one) The Blackest Bird (this was really not my typical book, but it was very well done and I thoroughly enjoyed it. It also coupled with a bit of history which I really enjoyed) People who Eat Darkness. ( just finished this one. Definitely not my typical book at all but the story was amazing- non fiction that is hard to believe- but so so well written. It was a great read even if it was not a pleasant topic) Olive Kitteridge (this was quite a bit ago, so don't remember it too well but I know I enjoyed it)
I am very sure there were many others, but those come to mind readily. I really appreciate all the suggestions for books here.
mayvene Im so glad that you enjoyed the blackest bird by joel rose I was the one who reccomended it cause I love edgar allen poe and it was suggested to me and the girl who told me about it was blown away by it and so was I so I reccomended it on here cd ... it was an awesome book and i tell everyone about it all the time . I try and give book reccomendations all the time if I know im writing or emailing another book reader ... so thrilled and does my heart good to know that someone else enjoyed it .... im looking for a copy of the blackest bird ...
One I decided to pass up due to the C-D comments was 50 Shades of Grey.
I respect the opinions of the everyday avid readers here a lot. Professional critics all develop different criteria over books than readers do.
Okay, I'm getting toward the end of a book, and have three candidates on deck to be read next. I'm looking for your votes, CD people. All three were bought based on CD recommendations.
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Okay, I'm getting toward the end of a book, and have three candidates on deck to be read next. I'm looking for your votes, CD people. All three were bought based on CD recommendations.
The Book Thief Ella Minnow Pea Gone Girl
Which one should be next, and why?
I haven't read Gone Girl yet, so I'll comment on the other two:
Ella Minnow Pea is along the lines of Come, Thou Tortoise. Quirky, clever, cute.
The Book Thief is one of my favorite books. I cried -- no, I SOBBED -- at parts, particularly at the end.
Okay, I'm getting toward the end of a book, and have three candidates on deck to be read next. I'm looking for your votes, CD people. All three were bought based on CD recommendations.
The Book Thief Ella Minnow Pea Gone Girl
Which one should be next, and why?
All three of these books I learned about here on City Data and have recommended on City Data.
1. The Book Thief is an all time favorite. It was clever but not contrived. My heart was on pins and needles because I cared so much for the main character.
2. Ella Minnow Pea - this book is unbelievably creative and just a delight to read and enjoy.
3. Gone Girl - prepare to do nothing else except read, read, read. So full of twists and turns that I had a very hard time putting it down.
All three are big hits!
And here is some exciting news for my fellow readers - I'm knee deep in a new favorite. I'll share it when I'm done. So, so happily reading right now!
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