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:friends0:Thanks Kell - I agree the adult covers are prettier, I really dislike the childrens ones Kx

An American werewolf in Paris

Didnt want to start a thread to ask a simple question so hope it ok here? As a Harry Potter virgin can someone please tell me what the difference between the adults and childrens versions of the books are? Is it just the covers that are different? MTIA KX

Reading this book at them moment and really enjoying it - will post my finaly opinion once I have read the last 100 pages but at them moment it comes highly recommended from me. Kx

Thanks PDR ~ sounds really interesting - going to add to my wish list. KxXx

Hi Kasei - nice to read you I know the feeling well - no one around me reads and I am always trying to convert them. I am always delighted when I have a client at work who reads, so we can chat about books. KxXx

Sorry to hear of your loss to you and yours - take care KxXx

Finished my first historical novel Tulip Fever by Deborah Moggach ~ 7/10 Set in 1630s Amsterdam, it begins with a typical Renaissance love triangle: a wealthy, elderly merchant, Cornelis Sandvoort, his beautiful but frustrated young wife Sophia and the painter who enters their life, Jan van Loos. Commissioned to paint the happy couple's portrait, Jan becomes embroiled in a series of emotional and financial speculations which are to change the character's lives forever. Interspersed with 16 beautifully reproduced Dutch paintings, Tulip Fever is a delightfully conceived story which offers a new dimension to what really goes on within the apparently placid domestic interiors of such canvases

Great download thanks! I am ashamed to say after having a quick scan I have only read a few of the books listed but have loads on my tbr pile so will set about increasing my number! Kx

Hi H&D, We sure do, I will be keeping a close eye on your list for recommendations! I am really disappointed in myself as I hate not finishing a book but I have to give up on The Queen on the Tambourine by Jane Gardam I have forced myself to read up to page 146 (of 226 - about 2/3rds of the book) but I just cant read any more. I didn't enjoy the style of the book at all, it was difficult to follow and I had to consciously stop myself scanning rather than reading. I found the writer of the letters, Eliza, extremely irritating. Having won the Whitbread prize for novel of the year I expected more from this book. Very disappointed. Anyone else read this? He ho, on to the next one!

Finished Plain Truth - 8.5/ 10 I really enjoyed it, an interesting book which highlights the ways of the Amish community. The story is captivating, my only comment is that the book is a bit long but definitely worth reading. I continue to be impressed with the amount of background research work that Jodi Picoult does.

Sounds good to me - I have just ordered it! Thanks KxXx

American Beauty

Hi Gyre, What did you think of the Blind Assassin? I have seen it on a few folks lists so would be interested to hear what you made of it? Kxxx

Once I am hooked on a book - thats me, to the detriment of my housework! I am a quick reader and always think just one more chapter, then I will put it down... then next thing I know its nearly 2am and I think there is no point stopping now now there are only 50 pages left! Started Plain Truth by Jodi Picoult - so far very interesting ~ Synopsis Moving seamlessly from psychological drama to courtroom suspense, Plain Truth is a fascinating portrait of Amish life rarely witnessed by those outside the faith. When a young Amish teen hides a pregnancy, gives birth in secret, and then flatly denies it all when the baby's body is found, urban defense attorney Ellie Hathaway decides to defend her. But she finds herself caught in a clash of cultures with a people whose channels of justice are markedly different from her own… and discovers a place where circumstances are not always what they seem.

Finished Notes on a Scandal - 8/10 Not sure whats next will decide tomorrow...

Finished Paralysed - 8/10 Starting Notes on a scandal by Zoe Heller next

Finished Panic - 6/10 Not my kind of book but I gave it a go. Started Paralysed by Sherrie Ashworth http://www.amazon.co.uk/Paralysed-Sherry-Ashworth/dp/1416900942/ref=sr_1_1/202-6845317-2249446?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1183292229&sr=8-1 Quick reading, think its aimed at teenagers but enjoying it so far.

Just ordered this book, I own a Beauty Salon so the name had instant appeal, cant wait for it to arrive!

Hi Kell - nice to be back! Dying Light is making its way to the top of my TBR pile and I have Broken Skin in my Amazon basket. I wish I could find an extra few hours a day to read! KxXx

Hi Hi folks - havent been on for a long time! I have read the following in the last month ~ The Pact - Jodi Picoult 8/10 Little Face - Sophie Hannah 6/10 No Wonder I take a drink - Laura Marney 7/10 Cold Granite - Stuart MacBride 9/10 Currently halfway through Panic by Jeff Abbott.

Thanks for the reply Michelle X

I read and enjoyed Private Dancer, which is about at the Thai Bar girls and their relationships with Tourists. It has changed my perceptions of these girls and was really interesting to learn about a their culture and different priorities. The book is based on real people/ places and as it says on the cover - its a must read for any visitors to Thailand. I have just ordered Cold Kill from Amazon and wondered if anyone else has read any Stephen Leather books. Any comments as always appreciated

I really fancy the Kite runner I have it in my Amazon basket just now. Can I ask what your grade for Gentlemen & Players? I have it and would love to hear how you got on with it

I am on AOL so probably their built in one. Thinking about it I might have followed a link on a page I found via the search. Anyhow I arrived here safe and sound!