What book are you reading at the moment ?

[copacetic]

I enjoyed Doctor Sleep immensely. The only King books I've really struggled with have been the Dark Tower series, which I sort of enjoyed, but not as much as I usually do his work. 11/22/63 was amazing. As far as I know, I've read all of his books, bar perhaps one or two.

 

[Spizz]

I enjoyed Doctor Sleep immensely. The only King books I've really struggled with have been the Dark Tower series, which I sort of enjoyed, but not as much as I usually do his work. 11/22/63 was amazing. As far as I know, I've read all of his books, bar perhaps one or two.

11/22/63 was one that Fanie pointed in my direction. Absolutely stunning. I’ve never cried so much in a book in my life and that ending will never leave me.

Other than that, Under the Dome was a ridiculous premise but the characters made it a great read and one is highly recommended. Other than that, I think the only other SK book I’ve read was The Stand.

 

[Nerfherder]

11/22/63 was one that Fanie pointed in my direction. Absolutely stunning. I’ve never cried so much in a book in my life and that ending will never leave me.

Other than that, Under the Dome was a ridiculous premise but the characters made it a great read and one is highly recommended. Other than that, I think the only other SK book I’ve read was The Stand.

Have you read the Green Mile ?

 

[MrsWestcot]

I enjoyed Doctor Sleep immensely. The only King books I've really struggled with have been the Dark Tower series, which I sort of enjoyed, but not as much as I usually do his work. 11/22/63 was amazing. As far as I know, I've read all of his books, bar perhaps one or two.

Maybe I should just push through and finish Doctor Sleep then. I have not read the Dark Tower series. Got the first four books at home, but I am reluctant because it is fantasy. But my brother had insisted that I give them a go. He loved them, so I will definitely read the Dark Tower series eventually.

 

[Spizz]

I’ve just finished The Way of Kings at the second attempt and I now know why people say to stick with it. It’s barnstorming stuff eventually but the world building requires patience.

It’s so comprehensive, just try and explain to someone what the book is about. It’s near impossible and would take a good 30 minutes if anyone was prepared to listen.

 

[Spizz]

Have you read the Green Mile ?

Not. Is it worth a read having seen the movie?

 

[Spizz]

Oh, should say I’ve started the new Inspector Rebus book which came out a couple of weeks ago has been waiting for me to finish The Way of Kings.

It’s already like having a beer with an old pal and I’m only a couple of chapters in.

 

[MrsWestcot]

11/22/63 was one that Fanie pointed in my direction. Absolutely stunning. I’ve never cried so much in a book in my life and that ending will never leave me.

Other than that, Under the Dome was a ridiculous premise but the characters made it a great read and one is highly recommended. Other than that, I think the only other SK book I’ve read was The Stand.

I definitely concur on 11/22/63. It was the perfect novel to me. The Stand is SK's Magnus Opus in my opinion. I read the uncut edition - simply brilliant. To me Under the Dome also seems silly at the end, but like you said the story telling of it and characters made it quite enjoyable.

 

[MrsWestcot]

Not. Is it worth a read having seen the movie?

The movie and the book is quite similar. They did a great job of it. Incorporating much of the original dialogue. If you really love your books, I would read it even though you have watched the movie. But if you more after just the story, the movie in itself is sufficient.

 

[Spizz]

I definitely concur on 11/22/63. It was the perfect novel to me. The Stand is SK's Magnus Opus in my opinion. I read the uncut edition - simply brilliant. To me Under the Dome also seems silly at the end, but like you said the story telling of it and characters made it quite enjoyable.

If you like the Stand, do try Swan Song by Robert R McCammon. Up there in my top 10 books and better than the Stand IMO

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/11557.Swan_Song

 

[Spizz]

The movie and the book is quite similar. They did a great job of it. Incorporating much of the original dialogue. If you really love your books, I would read it even though you have watched the movie. But if you more after just the story, the movie in itself is sufficient.

Fair enough. Lots of great reads lined up on my list.

 

[MrsWestcot]

If you like the Stand, do try Swan Song by Robert R McCammon. Up there in my top 10 books and better than the Stand IMO

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/11557.Swan_Song

I'd be sure to check it out. Thanks : )

 

[My_King]

How to Play - Thunderbirds, Co-Op board game

 

[Nerfherder]

Not. Is it worth a read having seen the movie?

Yes, as with most cases its better. Very well written and the movie misses out on a lot.

 

[MrsWestcot]

Yes, as with most cases its better. Very well written and the movie misses out on a lot.

I wouldn't say a lot. It goes without saying that the book is usually better than the movie as generally not everything that is in the book can be done or fit into a movie. But I genuinely thought the movie was close. To me, the only time the movie was better than the book was in the case of The Mist.

 

[Nerfherder]

I wouldn't say a lot. It goes without saying that the book is usually better than the movie as generally not everything that is in the book can be done or fit into a movie. But I genuinely thought the movie was close. To me, the only time the movie was better than the book was in the case of The Mist.

and Fight Club.... but book was still awesome.

 

[MrsWestcot]

and Fight Club.... but book was still awesome.

Oh yes. What an awesome movie. Definetly Top 20.

 

[saor]

'I've been struggling with it': George RR Martin on The Winds of Winter

George RR Martin has revealed that he has found it hard to finish the long-awaited sixth book in his A Song of Ice and Fire series, as the rise in fame and popularity that came with the television adaptation Game of Thrones has become a “considerable weight to bear”.

https://www.theguardian.com/books/2...GfOUXcN3UdjVQNsfyw_oIZaAXs7LH1IExZ0zGrxMXC2_U

 

[curbs2012]

Just finished Vital remains...
Next up...Shoe dog by Phil Knight ..

 

[curbs2012]

Has anyone read the mortal engines series...?
Thoughts if you have...?