tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4650695048667568375.post8898912456622599121..comments2023-08-27T05:40:32.685-04:00Comments on Sisters in Sync: Cafe Chaos - BooksSisters-in-Synchttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05604043398648797517noreply@blogger.comBlogger14125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4650695048667568375.post-86659959816076769532009-08-07T21:27:44.314-04:002009-08-07T21:27:44.314-04:00Hi Olga,
This is definitely an edge of the seat r...Hi Olga,<br /><br />This is definitely an edge of the seat read!<br /><br />SIS BarbSisters-in-Synchttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05604043398648797517noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4650695048667568375.post-69493078212975436832009-08-07T19:36:07.057-04:002009-08-07T19:36:07.057-04:00Barb, I love the books that keep me on the edge of...Barb, I love the books that keep me on the edge of my seat!<br /><br />Beth, Laura's romances are fabulous!Olganoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4650695048667568375.post-34515249048404586812009-08-07T16:53:33.045-04:002009-08-07T16:53:33.045-04:00Oops, I meant usual! DUH
SIS BarbOops, I meant usual! DUH<br /><br />SIS BarbSisters-in-Synchttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05604043398648797517noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4650695048667568375.post-17260458983109794932009-08-07T10:40:06.654-04:002009-08-07T10:40:06.654-04:00Richard,
Last year I read "World Without En...Richard,<br /><br /><br />Last year I read "World Without End" by Ken Follett. My mother-in-law, whom I love, gave it to me as a Christmas present. I'll be honest, I was skeptical. It's not my usually type of read and it was over 1,000 pages. All I could think about was hating it and having to suffer through that many pages because I always, always finish a book. To date, one of the best books I have ever read, by far. It was amazing. It followed the characters from their childhood into adulthood and I was so sad when it ended. Seriously, it could have been another 1,000 pages and I would have loved every second of it. <br /><br />I didn't realize until after I read it that it was actually the follow up to the book you suggested, "The Pillars of Earth". I quickly went to Mr. Follett's website and breathed a sigh of relief when he stated that it was not necessary to read the books in order. I have not read that one yet and I thank you for the reminder. I may even hit the bookstore today!<br /><br />SIS BarbSisters-in-Synchttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05604043398648797517noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4650695048667568375.post-60549913543981990742009-08-06T23:36:26.511-04:002009-08-06T23:36:26.511-04:00Oh, and dammit, I did it again --- got on a roll a...Oh, and dammit, I did it again --- got on a roll and neglected to comment on YOUR blog;)!<br />Barb, LOVE those type of books --- i will put that on my list (or, I should say, my MOM'S list:)! She likes those -- in moderation -- also).<br />Beth, my TBR list includes about a dozen books now, ranging from M.M Kaye's "Far Pavilions" to one of James Patterson's latest, and every genre in-between!Richardnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4650695048667568375.post-54732522741562971582009-08-06T23:30:56.996-04:002009-08-06T23:30:56.996-04:00From pre-school (and I hyphenate that because when...From pre-school (and I hyphenate that because when I was a kid, there WERE no "Preschools"! Mom was a housewife, ya' stayed home until Kindergarten) to the present, my Mom has been my driving force in my love for reading. To this day. every month or so she sends me from Montana a box of books SHE has read. I mention this because my book suggestion is due to her gift (exacerbated by the fact that my Mom "set me up" sending me this book -- more below). This book also falls under a category I LOVE -- a book written by a familiar author that is totally stylistically different from what I am USED to reading by them.<br /><br />"The Pillars Of Earth" by Ken Follett. I have read many books by Follett (given to me, once again, by my Mom!) in his more well known genre of the action thriller ("Eye of The Needle," "Jackdaws," etc.). "The Pillars Of Earth" is a rich narrative taking place in medieval Britain, following NUMEROUS plotlines over a span of 50 years or so, basically dealing with architecture (NOT as bland as it sounds!). It moves along quickly, with many accurate historical references that are interesting and interwoven into the lives of the main characters, but the stories never get bogged down due to the "history lesson." GREAT characters, and a villian who's luck you will be CURSING at every chapter's end! DEFINITELY qualifies as a "tome," but I have little argument with those who have called it a "masterpiece."<br /><br />Now this book is about 20 years old (side note: for my own reference, especially in terms of political and spy novels, I check the book's copyright to see if it's pre- or post-9/11, because it helps me see whether the author was prescient --- FRIGHTENINGLY common!! --- or guided/swayed by some opinion OF 9/11. But more about Clancy later;)! But when reading a book that's set in the 12th century, why bother, right?), and the "set up" mentioned above is that there is now a sequel (only about 2 years old) that my Mom has mentioned; or should I say, is TEASING me with, saying, "Oh, I'm still reading it --- can't wait until YOU get to!" But, I'm ok for now --- just got another box of books last week:)!Richardnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4650695048667568375.post-8197237307918391392009-08-06T19:05:19.909-04:002009-08-06T19:05:19.909-04:00Tori, I'm with you. I think the Lisa Jackson b...Tori, I'm with you. I think the Lisa Jackson book may be too scary for me. I'm such a wimp! AS for the steampunk books... just started one of the short stories. Very cool. I love the Victorian manner of speaking and all the gadgets!Beth Ciottahttp://www.bethciotta.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4650695048667568375.post-66428100840066968192009-08-06T19:03:31.042-04:002009-08-06T19:03:31.042-04:00Taylor, you're right... anticipation is a beau...Taylor, you're right... anticipation is a beautiful thing! Also, I have to say, you and I are at an advantage (disadvantage?). Working in a library is like working in a candy store. Oh, the tempatation!<br /><br />Olga, I'm not familiar with Iding. I'll have to look her up. Thanks!Beth Ciottahttp://www.bethciotta.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4650695048667568375.post-12259814404279901272009-08-06T17:00:52.003-04:002009-08-06T17:00:52.003-04:00Big waves to Tori! Okay, I'm a bit of a chick...Big waves to Tori! Okay, I'm a bit of a chicken myself but completely opposite of you. I can read it but I can't watch it!!!! I'll make you a deal...you try to read this and I'll try to wathc Ghost Hunters!!!! What do ya think?<br /><br />SIS BarbSisters-in-Synchttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05604043398648797517noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4650695048667568375.post-86759543002051902592009-08-06T16:59:08.358-04:002009-08-06T16:59:08.358-04:00Hi Olga!
It is definitely interesting. So many tw...Hi Olga!<br /><br />It is definitely interesting. So many twists and turns. You gotta read it! I think you'll enjoy it. However, you may not have any nails left.<br /><br />SIS BarbSisters-in-Synchttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05604043398648797517noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4650695048667568375.post-71397813567218954002009-08-06T16:58:06.985-04:002009-08-06T16:58:06.985-04:00Hi Taylor! Yes, yes, yes! Read this book!!!!
Beth...Hi Taylor! Yes, yes, yes! Read this book!!!!<br /><br />Beth and Taylor, I have never had a TBR list until I started writing. I always bought and read, bought and read. Now, I need an entire room for m TBR piles!!<br /><br />SIS BarbSisters-in-Synchttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05604043398648797517noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4650695048667568375.post-18552622483181265142009-08-06T16:41:09.223-04:002009-08-06T16:41:09.223-04:00Barb, I'll have to skip the Lisa Jackson book....Barb, I'll have to skip the Lisa Jackson book. It sounds too scary for me! Though I find it funny that I adore <i>Ghost Hunters</i> on TV but I won't touch scary books with a ten-foot pole (or any other length, for that matter).<br /><br />Beth, I'm anxious to start reading steampunk. Let me know how those two books are when you get around to them!Tori Lennoxhttp://www.torilennox.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4650695048667568375.post-65442796313103417372009-08-06T13:30:49.283-04:002009-08-06T13:30:49.283-04:00Barb, the book sounds terrifyingly (I'm using ...Barb, the book sounds terrifyingly (I'm using your word here, and if it's not a word, it should be) interesting!<br /><br />Beth, wow on your TBR pile. As for me, I have romances by Laura Iding in mine.Olganoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4650695048667568375.post-83655701133247221312009-08-06T13:19:47.172-04:002009-08-06T13:19:47.172-04:00Barb - Nice pitch, Barb! Wow, did you get me hooke...Barb - Nice pitch, Barb! Wow, did you get me hooked! I think I'm gonna have to put that in by To-Be-Read List!<br /><br />Beth - The great thing about a To-Be-Read list for me is that it's always changing, always growing, always full of variety. I try to list things in 1, 2, 3 order but then I'll come across a book at the library that will somehow wedge it's way in between all my books at home waiting in line, pushing them longer and longer down the line. I have countless books surrounding my desk, just to keep constantly reminding me to read them! I'm just happy to always be anticipating another title!Taylornoreply@blogger.com