Chrissy

Why Does It Always Rain On Me? ~ Travis Oh, and Poppy ~ that is a fabulous song. It always makes be both teary and cheery at the same time.

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Great Balls Of Fire ~ Jerry lee Lewis

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I find that when I have a lot on my mind I will seek crime fiction novels over any other genre. My theory for why I do this is that the process of crime solving in the books helps my brain get things sorted. So my question is this..... Do you find yourself reading certain kinds of books at certain times e.g. when you have a lot on your mind? when you have family visiting? when facing a health crisis? when you are hungover? etc etc. A little add on question. If you have answered yes to the above question, do you have any theories about why you read what you read?

I was more thinking about how when I have things on my mind I tend to lean toward crime ficton books, usually from an series or author I love. I think it's the inherent problem solving that helps my own thoughts mulch over things and reach their own conclusions about the non reading stuff going on with me. I wondered whether it went a certain way for you. Actually having asked the question of you, I might throw a thread up and ask if others they find themselves seeking out a certain kind of read at certain times in their lives. Thanks M, I hope you didn't mind me asking.

I chuckled when I read this, pontalba, as such an appropriate subtitle for the book! Not sure I will go out of my way to read these, especially with such a heaving shelf of books waiting to be read, but they have certainly got people talking. I had two customers at work mention them to me today - and as I work in a bakery not a bookshop that shows they are generating a reaction!

Welcome to the forum! Have only read the Harry Potters and Hunger Games series, but I think that if you enjoyed the movies of the three series you have mentioned, you will definitely enjoy the books that will give you more depth and fllavour. Phillip Pullman's trilogy of 'Northern Lights(uk)/Golden Compass(us)', 'The Subtle Knife' and 'The Amber Spyglass' I happily recommend to anyone as they are well written and compelling stories. Angie Sage has written a series reagrding a boy wizard (not Harry Potterish - a different vibe altogether) Septimus Heap. These are both leaning toward the magical/strange places/powers type story, but it may not be what you have in mind. Any genre that catches you interest? Crime? Young Adult? Romance? Fantasy? Or are you open to any suggestions, as you will get many just wandering around the forum? lol

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Can't Believe It's Over ~ New Kids On The Block.

energetic...

..that ticked loudly at weekends, as if.......

A weird and personal (yet book related) question for you my lovely M..... .....Did you find that your reading tastes/choices altered while you were aware and dealing with your recent (for want of a better expression) ill health?

The Hand That Rocks The Cradle ~ Black Sabbath

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I am continuing with my Torchwood inspired book reading. It seems to be the only thing I can manage at the moment, although I have plans afoot to stun my reading mojo and get into some other reading (including my book ring read - sorry Diane) very soon. *gives evil muhahahaha laugh, chokes slightly, gives a sigh and returns to the whacky adventures of Captain Jack & gang*

I have found a partial solution to my on going battle with my reading mojo, and re read a YA book while away, and read through a few quick reads connected to a couple of tv series (Doctor Who and Torchwood) - my brain seemed to cope with that so I am carrying on in that vein fr the time being. I did buy three books from a community hall in the wilds of West Scotland when we were there; Dorothy Dunnett's 'The Ringed Castle', John Connolly's 'The Gates', and Anita Diamant's 'Good Harbour'. Husband saw the little stand before me, and I felt a nudge in my ribs and a nod in their direction. "Go on then, I'll get the coffees". Ah, the joy of having a book loving husband.

Change Your Mind ~ Neil Young

^ I love this song!!! Poor Kirsty. A much missed talent. Don't Know Why ~ Norah Jones

Blue Moon ~ Cowboy Junkies

I read this when it first came out, and it really is a terrific read. You are spot on when you say,

On My Own ~ Patti La Belle

For some reason, when I read your post (Welcome to the forum by the way!), I immediately and inexplicably thought of Margaret Atwood's 'The Handmaid's Tale'. It isn't science fiction but is an engrossing and thought provoking read. My second thought which is closer to what you actually asked for is 'Neuromancer' by William Gibson. It reads at times like a Raymond Chandler novel, but contains such believable concepts in it's well crafted plot you will be carried along nicely through the story.

I have loved all the books of his that I have read. A great writer.

I red 'The Reader' when it was a Reading Circle read a while back, and I think you have managed to sum up the book brilliantly in few words.