Karsa Orlong Posted January 18, 2012 Posted January 18, 2012 (edited) The Stand is one of my favourite books, but I have to say that the Kindle version doesn't have the best formatting. It doesn't seem to have the appropriate section breaks like the paperbook does, so you may find yourself reading one paragraph, and then the next one is about a different character and place, even though there wasn't a big gap between the two paragraphs. Hope that makes sense. It won't deter from the enjoyment of the book, but it may occasionally throw you. Actually, they must have withdrawn that version for those reasons. I tried to get it a few months ago (having balked at the size of the paperback version!) and it was unavailable - then it was re-issued and the formatting is now pretty much perfect 1,241 pages (94%) through now. Should finish it today or tomorrow. Edited January 18, 2012 by Karsa Orlong
Chrissy Posted January 18, 2012 Posted January 18, 2012 I finished 'Mr Chartwell' by Rebecca Hunt today. I'm still considering my thoughts on what I can only describe as an original and compelling book. Mr Chartwell is the black dog of Winston Churchill's depressive episodes. In this book he is tangible, physical and menacing.
Sofia Posted January 18, 2012 Posted January 18, 2012 I finished Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children last night....really enjoyed it a lot I purchased a few books for my Nook recently: The Stand-Stephen King (a bit of a splurge at $8.99) The Ghosts of Varner Creek-Michael Weems (99 cents) Te Mill River Recluse-Darcie Chan (99 cents) Island of Lost Girls-Jennifer MaMahon ($2.99) I love cheap reads
frankie Posted January 18, 2012 Posted January 18, 2012 I got Joseph Murphy's The Power of Your Subconscious Mind from the free book trolley at the library. I'm going to start playing with my subconscious. Should be fun!
Janet Posted January 18, 2012 Posted January 18, 2012 Finished The Girl Who Played with Fire - excellent read, even if I did get slightly spoiled halfway through by watching the movie of the first book. Everyone had told me they stick with the format of the book trilogy, but there is a detail they've moved into the first movie that isn't revealed til about two thirds into the second book. Grrr. That's annoying, Alex. If you get the chance, try the Swedish version - it's a really good adaptation and I found after about 10 minutes I didn't notice the subtitles (although I believe you can get a version with it dubbed over in English, but I think I'd prefer the subtitles).
lauraloves Posted January 18, 2012 Posted January 18, 2012 I was on my own in the office today and having nothing else to do I had loads of time to read. I finished The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and started Rosie's War: An Englishwoman's Escape from Occupied France by Rosemary Say and Noel Holland. I also ordered a copy of The Secret Diary of Adrian Mole
bobblybear Posted January 18, 2012 Posted January 18, 2012 Actually, they must have withdrawn that version for those reasons. I tried to get it a few months ago (having balked at the size of the paperback version!) and it was unavailable - then it was re-issued and the formatting is now pretty much perfect 1,241 pages (94%) through now. Should finish it today or tomorrow. That's good to hear, even if it is too late for me! It would be good if they could provide an automatic swap for those who have purchased an imperfect version.
Inver Posted January 18, 2012 Posted January 18, 2012 Finished ~ 'Still Alice' by Lisa Genova Starting ~ 'Birdsong' by Sebasian Faulks (since I saw an advert for it on the telly, bought in a charity shop and has been lurking on my shelf for years, thought I would give it a go. Guess it might be a bit gruesome though!).
Miss pril Posted January 18, 2012 Posted January 18, 2012 Only posted here once before looking for some books to read on holiday... I got many suggestions and bought some books but didn't actually get round to reading them on holiday haha!! I'm currently reading 'The high lord' by Trudi canavan from the black magician trilogy. It's become my new favourite! I ADORE it! Really can't express how much I love this trilogy! I will be reading again and again...and maybe even again!! I think she wrote 2 other books after, leading on from the story and I'm gonna read them too. Thank you for suggesting these books to me too
pontalba Posted January 18, 2012 Posted January 18, 2012 That's good to hear, even if it is too late for me! It would be good if they could provide an automatic swap for those who have purchased an imperfect version. Actually, they might, and really should exchange it. If you log into Amazon, go to your account page....click on the Help button, they'll ask if you want to e-mail or phone. I've phoned them numerous times, alwasy with satisfaction. Hope that helps a bit. I'm putting Cryptonomicon to the side for the moment, and picking up Ghost Light by Frank Rich. It's been on my list for ages, and my husband loved it. So, here goes. Frank Rich was the chief drama critic for the New York Times from 1980 to 1993, and grew up in a theatre family.
chaliepud Posted January 18, 2012 Posted January 18, 2012 Finished ~ 'Still Alice' by Lisa Genova Starting ~ 'Birdsong' by Sebasian Faulks (since I saw an advert for it on the telly, bought in a charity shop and has been lurking on my shelf for years, thought I would give it a go. Guess it might be a bit gruesome though!). Oh Inver, I'm so jealous you're reading Birdsong for the first time, it's such a wonderful book, not a quick read and certainly one to be savoured, enjoy!!
Chrissy Posted January 19, 2012 Posted January 19, 2012 Only posted here once before looking for some books to read on holiday... I got many suggestions and bought some books but didn't actually get round to reading them on holiday haha!! I'm currently reading 'The high lord' by Trudi canavan from the black magician trilogy. It's become my new favourite! I ADORE it! Really can't express how much I love this trilogy! I will be reading again and again...and maybe even again!! I think she wrote 2 other books after, leading on from the story and I'm gonna read them too. Thank you for suggesting these books to me too It sounds like it must have been a good holiday! I haven't read any Trudi Canavan, but I keep hearing good stuff about her work.
Timmo Posted January 19, 2012 Posted January 19, 2012 (edited) I've just finished The Sign of the Four and will start the next Sherlock Holmes book tonight. Edited January 19, 2012 by Timmo
Karsa Orlong Posted January 19, 2012 Posted January 19, 2012 That's good to hear, even if it is too late for me! It would be good if they could provide an automatic swap for those who have purchased an imperfect version. Actually, they might, and really should exchange it. If you log into Amazon, go to your account page....click on the Help button, they'll ask if you want to e-mail or phone. I've phoned them numerous times, alwasy with satisfaction. Hope that helps a bit. Yes, they should do it automatically. I've had emails from them a couple of times when a revised version of a KIndle book I've already bought has been released. All I had to do was reply to the email and they automatically sent me the new version Anyway, I finished The Stand last night. 'Twas good.
Miss pril Posted January 19, 2012 Posted January 19, 2012 It sounds like it must have been a good holiday! I haven't read any Trudi Canavan, but I keep hearing good stuff about her work. You really must! I finished reading the last book last night. Must admit I cried at some parts :-( such a good story.
pickle Posted January 19, 2012 Posted January 19, 2012 Just finished Daethstalker Coda - Simon R Green, great read loved it and a new book turned up for me from Amazon so happy days still means I am reading 5 books at once though
lauraloves Posted January 19, 2012 Posted January 19, 2012 I've downloaded another Kindle freebie - The Adventures of a Love Investigator, 527 Naked Men and One Woman by Barbara Silkstone
Sofia Posted January 19, 2012 Posted January 19, 2012 downloaded American Gods by Neil Gaiman this morning...it's the daily deal for only 1.99...woohoo!
chaliepud Posted January 19, 2012 Posted January 19, 2012 downloaded American Gods by Neil Gaiman this morning...it's the daily deal for only 1.99...woohoo! I have this in my 'maybe I'll read it one day drawer', it's way out of my comfort zone so probably should try it sometime..
pontalba Posted January 19, 2012 Posted January 19, 2012 I have this in my 'maybe I'll read it one day drawer', it's way out of my comfort zone so probably should try it sometime.. AG was in a way out of my comfort zone too, but I did enjoy it. I'd read Neverwhere first, and that was more in my line. I think Neverwhere is a better storywise, maybe a better place to start.
Chrissy Posted January 19, 2012 Posted January 19, 2012 I loved 'American Gods', but you do have to just read it in a go-with-the-flow attitude otherwise it can boggle your brain a little. I would agree with perhaps reading 'Neverwhere' first. It is wonderful and really gives a great entry into Neil Gaiman's writing mind and all it's surreal storylines.
chaliepud Posted January 19, 2012 Posted January 19, 2012 AG was in a way out of my comfort zone too, but I did enjoy it. I'd read Neverwhere first, and that was more in my line. I think Neverwhere is a better storywise, maybe a better place to start. I loved 'American Gods', but you do have to just read it in a go-with-the-flow attitude otherwise it can boggle your brain a little. I would agree with perhaps reading 'Neverwhere' first. It is wonderful and really gives a great entry into Neil Gaiman's writing mind and all it's surreal storylines. Ok, will pop it on my TBR list, though think maybe I'll try a library copy as I'm not supposed to be buying books at the mo!
Karsa Orlong Posted January 19, 2012 Posted January 19, 2012 AG was in a way out of my comfort zone too, but I did enjoy it. I'd read Neverwhere first, and that was more in my line. I think Neverwhere is a better storywise, maybe a better place to start. Ditto to that.
Abcinthia Posted January 19, 2012 Posted January 19, 2012 I am currently reading If Walls Could Talk - Lucy Worseley + The Hidden Child - Camilla Lackberg
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