Those of you suggesting books not on my list. I truly appreciate your suggestions, I'm just not at a point where I can add to my library right now. I do have a running list, a LOOOOOONG running list, of books I want to eventually buy and read.
Help me choose my next book
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changeling
Of your list I have read: Cider House Rules and Lisey's Story. Both are great. It all depends on what mood you're in.
CHR's is a serious subject and very "real". Lisey's has a fantasy element and it also has some autobiographical elements.
I vote for Liseys' Story.
When you are able, pick up "The Pillars of the Earth" by Ken Follet
Happy reading!
changeling
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Hortensia
have you tried buying used books on amazon.com? I always check to see if there is a used copy available of any book I want to read. I save a lot that way. Also, unless I know I'm going to read a book over and over, I re-sell my books on amazon.com. It's easy to list your books, easier than ebay, and I sell used books pretty steadily which helps fund this particular addiction.
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beksbks
Pillars of the Earth was great!! There is finally a sequel.
And ummmmm does anyone remember the public library? Being an employee of one, I can't help but wonder...............
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Abandoned
Thanks Hortensia and beksbks for your helpful suggestions. I do buy used when I can, but I don't like selling them back. That's also why I dont' like checking them out from the library. Collecting books is something that has been my hobby for many years.
So, of the books listed, which one do you recommend?
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beksbks
Well, in all honesty, I've only read CHR's. I have probably checked out both of the other Irving books, but I never got around to them. Working in the library is a blessing. And a curse.
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beksbks
Oh! And as far as buying books. I used to work at a Barnes and Noble. If I buy a book, I can not let it go. I have no more room for bookcases.
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Gregor
I, too, loved Cider House Rules (and was let down by the movie.) Irvings books don't translate well into movies because they are so dense with characters and plot.
I avoid library books. If I can afford to buy even a used book I prefer it to a book that 150 people have sneezed on and of course someone always has to wipe a booger on a page while reading. I've never understood that.
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Mulan
Pillars of the Earth, or World Without End, both by Ken Follett. Great books.
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beksbks
Damn Gregor!!! I touch hundreds of those books every day!!!