Kylie Posted January 13, 2015 Author Share Posted January 13, 2015 Oooh, I do hope you love this one Kylie , as I loved this one, (and Dtr did a wonderful review of this one, very poetic) and Flavia is such a great character. Plus, if you do this one, then are 7 more in the series already to look forward to as well . I really hope you like it Kylie. I liked it and have just read the next. I think Flavia is great Thank you both. I'm only a dozen pages in but already enjoying it immensely. Looks like I'll be adding the rest of the series to my wishlist! Been ill and not felt like reading, so finished an Agatha Christie - The Seven Dials Mystery. Not her strongest I don't think but the solution is vintage Agatha and it was an easy read which suited my (coughing and sneezing) mood. Now starting Rebecca, quite never out because I really want to enjoy this one. Hope you're feeling better soon. I can certainly see how Agatha Christie would be a good choice when you're unwell. I'm hoping to read about half a dozen of Agatha Christie's novels this year—I need to make a dent in the huge number of unread books I have of hers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alexi Posted January 13, 2015 Share Posted January 13, 2015 Thanks Kylie I do love a good Christie - I want to read them all eventually. They are great when not well or mojo is fragile! Your quote amused me. I clearly didn't proof read my post "I'm quite never out" nervous was what I meant! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poppyshake Posted January 13, 2015 Share Posted January 13, 2015 Been ill and not felt like reading, so finished an Agatha Christie - The Seven Dials Mystery. Not her strongest I don't think but the solution is vintage Agatha and it was an easy read which suited my (coughing and sneezing) mood. E Now starting Rebecca, quite nervous because I really want to enjoy this one. You will .. I'm sure Hope you do anyway xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Athena Posted January 14, 2015 Share Posted January 14, 2015 Been ill and not felt like reading, so finished an Agatha Christie - The Seven Dials Mystery. Not her strongest I don't think but the solution is vintage Agatha and it was an easy read which suited my (coughing and sneezing) mood. E Now starting Rebecca, quite nervous because I really want to enjoy this one. I hope you feel better soon, Alexi! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janet Posted January 14, 2015 Share Posted January 14, 2015 Just finished Invitation to the Waltz by Rosamond Lehmann which lovely Janet bought me Absolutely gorgeous! .. woofed it up in no time. Oh, I'm so glad you enjoyed it. It sounded like your kind of book, but one never knows when choosing for someone else. Now starting Rebecca, quite nervous because I really want to enjoy this one.This is one of my favourite books so your decision could be the make-or-break of our friendship. nah, just kidding but I do hope (and think) you'll enjoy it. Get well soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marie H Posted January 14, 2015 Share Posted January 14, 2015 Hope you feel better Alexi . As the great poet Ogden Nash had the idea that "Candy is dandy, but liquor is quicker!" It works for me in almost every in life experiencse..... Finished Goth Girl and the Fete Worse Than Death by Chris Riddell last night - and this one I give this one 6 out of 6 as a rating! I know it's a children book, but the plot is hilarious (a celebrity Bake Off, with the Hairy Hikers, Gordon Ramsgate, Heston Harboil etc, ) and the illustrations are superb!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chesilbeach Posted January 14, 2015 Share Posted January 14, 2015 I finished Gunpowder Plot today, and I've started Perfect by Rachel Joyce. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marie H Posted January 14, 2015 Share Posted January 14, 2015 I am 35% into The Girl Who Saved the King of Sweden, still good, I am just reading it soooo slow! Seems like it is taking FOR- ever! I That's good! I have't read Jonas Jonasson's first one yet..... (After The Kite Runner) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AbielleRose Posted January 14, 2015 Share Posted January 14, 2015 I picked up The Iron King by Julie Kagawa a while back and am hoping to sink into it tonight. Hoping I can get back into reading more, even if its just a couple chapters at a time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anna Begins Posted January 14, 2015 Share Posted January 14, 2015 That's good! I have't read Jonas Jonasson's first one yet..... (After The Kite Runner) The 100 Year Old Man... by Jonasson was my favorite book of 2014 until I read John Green's An Abundance of Katherines I don't know what is wrong with me, I just have no motivation to read. I don't blame The Girl Who Saved the King of Sweden, but I might have to find something I can grab and read quickly, if just to get the feeling of something accomplished! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poppyshake Posted January 14, 2015 Share Posted January 14, 2015 The 100 Year Old Man... by Jonasson was my favorite book of 2014 until I read John Green's An Abundance of Katherines I don't know what is wrong with me, I just have no motivation to read. I don't blame The Girl Who Saved the King of Sweden, but I might have to find something I can grab and read quickly, if just to get the feeling of something accomplished! Short books are always good for getting you back on track .. hope you find something that takes your fancy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chaliepud Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 Not having much time to read, but thoroughly enjoying Mra Sinclair's Suitcase (and some of it is set in a bookshop, with references to personal notes found in books!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Athena Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 Hope you feel better Alexi . As the great poet Ogden Nash had the idea that "Candy is dandy, but liquor is quicker!" It works for me in almost every in life experiencse..... Finished Goth Girl and the Fete Worse Than Death by Chris Riddell last night - and this one I give this one 6 out of 6 as a rating! I know it's a children book, but the plot is hilarious (a celebrity Bake Off, with the Hairy Hikers, Gordon Ramsgate, Heston Harboil etc, ) and the illustrations are superb!! That's a great quote! I read Goth Girl and the Ghost of a Mouse at the beginning of the month, which was really good. I'd love to read the one you mention too, though I don't know if the library has it. I'm glad you liked it ! I picked up The Iron King by Julie Kagawa a while back and am hoping to sink into it tonight. Hoping I can get back into reading more, even if its just a couple chapters at a time. I think that's on my wishlist, I hope you enjoy it ! The 100 Year Old Man... by Jonasson was my favorite book of 2014 until I read John Green's An Abundance of Katherines I don't know what is wrong with me, I just have no motivation to read. I don't blame The Girl Who Saved the King of Sweden, but I might have to find something I can grab and read quickly, if just to get the feeling of something accomplished! I'm so sorry you're not having much motivation to read . Maybe reading something short or re-reading a favourite book or short story could help? (not that I'd suggest you abandon TGWStKoS). I hope it gets better soon . I've started to read Holly Smale - Geek Girl 3: Picture Perfect yesterday. I pre-ordered it last year and it arrived a few days ago. I'm excited to be reading it, I really liked the first two books in the series. So far it's pretty good . I look forward to read more in it later. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michelle Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 I know I've read The Future of Us, but I can't find a record of it if I search on here. Anyway, I remember it being pretty good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kylie Posted January 15, 2015 Author Share Posted January 15, 2015 I read a few chapters of The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie today, and I started (and read a few chapters of) The Martian by Andy Weir. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Athena Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 I know I've read The Future of Us, but I can't find a record of it if I search on here. Anyway, I remember it being pretty good. I'm glad you liked it . I finished Holly Smale - Geek Girl 3: Picture Perfect which was really good (review up later) and have started Jeff Kinney - Diary of a Wimpy Kid 3: The Last Straw, a 'random' children's book I borrowed from the library. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anna Begins Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 Short books are always good for getting you back on track .. hope you find something that takes your fancy That's a great quote! I read Goth Girl and the Ghost of a Mouse at the beginning of the month, which was really good. I'd love to read the one you mention too, though I don't know if the library has it. I'm glad you liked it ! I'm so sorry you're not having much motivation to read . Maybe reading something short or re-reading a favourite book or short story could help? (not that I'd suggest you abandon TGWStKoS). I hope it gets better soon . Thanks girls, I have to do something otherwise, I am going to go nuts! A re-read is a good idea, so is a short book. I might pull out a Jack Reacher, Lee Child is always good for breaking my slumps. I will figure it out today, for sure! I thought that was the Goth Girl you read I read a few chapters of The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie today, and I started (and read a few chapters of) The Martian by Andy Weir. I hope to get to The Martian as soon as possible! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frankie Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 I don't know what to read next. Nothing sticks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kylie Posted January 15, 2015 Author Share Posted January 15, 2015 I don't know what to read next. Nothing sticks The Phantom Tollbooth Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frankie Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 The Phantom Tollbooth Knew it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chaliepud Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 Or Human Traces... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frankie Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 Knew that one, too Awww you guys! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pontalba Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 I read a few chapters of The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie today, and I started (and read a few chapters of) The Martian by Andy Weir. Loved both of them! Still in the middle of two. Watching too many films. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kylie Posted January 15, 2015 Author Share Posted January 15, 2015 We're so predictable, aren't we? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nollaig Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 Finally finished Order Of The Phoenix! Thankfully the last two are shorter and hopefully therefore will be more enjoyable. I have only a bit to go in Long Lankin, but I'm taking a little break from it as it is really drawn out and I'm finding myself frantically skimming the pages. Next up - Elizabeth Is Missing by.... someone. I've forgotten, sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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