What are you reading? - Page 136

SnuffCan · 04-19-2015, 05:13 PM

Two books currently:
Stephenson's REAMDE
Lencioni's Silos, Politics and Turf Wars

The Poet · 04-19-2015, 05:19 PM

I really need to get back to my Proust, as I'm still The Captive of another interminable Parisian party, and have been for too long.

Porch Dweller · 04-19-2015, 06:07 PM

Re-reading A Game of Thrones.

timj219 · 04-19-2015, 09:59 PM

"The Nuns of Sant'Ambrogio: The True Story of a Convent in Scandal" by Hubert Wolf.

A non-fiction account of murder, heresy, and lesbian initiation rites at a Roman convent in the mid 1800s. The book is built on evidence found in recently opened archives of the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith (inquisition) at the Vatican. Wolf covers the histirical, political, and sectarian factors that affected the investigation and the decision to keep the story secret..
Well written and compelling read I liked it.

shilala · 04-20-2015, 09:04 AM

Victor88 suggested the Newsflesh series.
I read the first book, then 80% of the second book. That's all I could take.
I haven't picked up a book since I set that second one down. Yup, that disgusted.

MarkinAZ · 04-20-2015, 05:33 PM

The Family by Jeff Sharlet...

SnuffCan · 04-20-2015, 06:36 PM

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Originally Posted by shilala

Victor88 suggested the Newsflesh series.
I read the first book, then 80% of the second book. That's all I could take.
I haven't picked up a book since I set that second one down. Yup, that disgusted.

Please tell me more...I've never heard of this series..

Flynnster · 04-20-2015, 08:17 PM

Just started "The Park Service Trilogy" A very interesting post apocalyptic setting. First book was good and I really have no idea where it is heading in the next two books.

A bit off topic, but how many of you have an e-reader? I picked up a kindle paperwhite a few years ago when it came out. I had been waiting for one with a light to come out since the first kindle. It quickly became my favorite thing.

SnuffCan · 04-20-2015, 08:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Flynnster

Just started "The Park Service Trilogy" A very interesting post apocalyptic setting. First book was good and I really have no idea where it is heading in the next two books.

A bit off topic, but how many of you have an e-reader? I picked up a kindle paperwhite a few years ago when it came out. I had been waiting for one with a light to come out since the first kindle. It quickly became my favorite thing.

I have the original kindle and I love it. It has increased my reading tenfold.

pnoon · 04-20-2015, 11:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Flynnster

A bit off topic, but how many of you have an e-reader? I picked up a kindle paperwhite a few years ago when it came out. I had been waiting for one with a light to come out since the first kindle. It quickly became my favorite thing.

I've used an e-reader for years.
I started with a 2nd generation Kindle. I now own and use a Paperwhite and love it.
I may be looking to dispose of my original Kindle for a few cigars.

I have a huge e-book library if anyone is looking for stuff to read. Mostly fiction.

coffeemonkey · 04-21-2015, 12:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Emjaysmash

Still working thrugh the Complete Sherlock Holmes (a new guilty pleasure of mine) and just started "How to live on 24 hours a day" by Arnold Bennet

There is a paperback version of How to Live on Amazon Prime right now for $1.73! So yeah, I ordered it.

coffeemonkey · 04-21-2015, 12:13 AM

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Originally Posted by yourchoice

Just finished The Eye of the World, the first book of The Wheel of Time series. I'm intending to read through the entire series, but I'm not used to books lasting me four weeks to read! Planning to start The Great Hunt shortly. Thinking about reading something a little lighter in between each book though.

Theology and cigars, excellent. Add a finger or two of scotch and we might really get somewhere.

Porch Dweller · 04-21-2015, 07:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Flynnster

Just started "The Park Service Trilogy" A very interesting post apocalyptic setting. First book was good and I really have no idea where it is heading in the next two books.

A bit off topic, but how many of you have an e-reader? I picked up a kindle paperwhite a few years ago when it came out. I had been waiting for one with a light to come out since the first kindle. It quickly became my favorite thing.

Got a Kindle Fire in 2009 and moved up to the HD last Christmas. Love 'em.

timj219 · 04-21-2015, 07:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Flynnster

A bit off topic, but how many of you have an e-reader? I picked up a kindle paperwhite a few years ago when it came out. I had been waiting for one with a light to come out since the first kindle. It quickly became my favorite thing.

Benn using a Nook E-Ink reader for a few years. I own the glowlight model now. Love it.

irratebass · 04-22-2015, 08:09 AM

Just started reading the Deadpool comics.....so far i'm a fan

shark · 04-22-2015, 06:49 PM

I recently finished Hemingway's A Farewell to Arms. I was rather disappointed.

pnoon · 04-22-2015, 07:49 PM

Never Go Back by Lee Child.

Scottastic · 04-22-2015, 11:24 PM

Re-reading Heart Shaped Box by Joe Hill.

Porch Dweller · 04-23-2015, 07:51 AM

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Originally Posted by pnoon

Never Go Back by Lee Child.

Is that a Jack Reacher book? I read the first three and am taking a break before picking up the series again.

pnoon · 04-23-2015, 09:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Porch Dweller

Is that a Jack Reacher book? I read the first three and am taking a break before picking up the series again.

Yes, Sir. Number 18.
This past Christmas, I had only read through number 9. My son gave me a signed copy of Personal - number 19 in the series. I wanted to read them in order so I have been reading Lee Child since then.

04-19-2015, 05:13 PM	#2701
SnuffCan Smokin' & Jokin' Join Date: Apr 2015 First Name: Frank Location: Arlington, VA Posts: 35 Trading: (1)	Re: What are you reading? Two books currently: Stephenson's REAMDE Lencioni's Silos, Politics and Turf Wars __________________ Si Hoc Legere Scis Nimium Eruditionis Habes

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The Poet Il megglior fabbro Join Date: Jun 2009 First Name: Thomas Location: Hickory, NC Posts: 8,420 Trading: (2)	Re: What are you reading? I really need to get back to my Proust, as I'm still The Captive of another interminable Parisian party, and have been for too long. __________________ Ninety percent of everything is crap - Theodore Sturgeon.

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Porch Dweller Life is for living Join Date: Oct 2012 First Name: James Location: Mississippi Gulf Coast Posts: 8,387 Trading: (24)	Re: What are you reading? Re-reading A Game of Thrones. __________________ A 1911 in the hand is faster than 911 on the phone

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timj219 Feeling at Home Join Date: Jun 2010 First Name: Tim Location: Binghamton, NY Posts: 699 Trading: (15)	Re: What are you reading? "The Nuns of Sant'Ambrogio: The True Story of a Convent in Scandal" by Hubert Wolf. A non-fiction account of murder, heresy, and lesbian initiation rites at a Roman convent in the mid 1800s. The book is built on evidence found in recently opened archives of the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith (inquisition) at the Vatican. Wolf covers the histirical, political, and sectarian factors that affected the investigation and the decision to keep the story secret.. Well written and compelling read I liked it. __________________ "All this of Pot and Potter - Tell me then, Who is the Potter, pray, and who the Pot?" Omar Khayyam

04-20-2015, 09:04 AM	#2705
shilala Dear Lord, Thank You. Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Scott Posts: 13,721 Trading: (252)	Re: What are you reading? Victor88 suggested the Newsflesh series. I read the first book, then 80% of the second book. That's all I could take. I haven't picked up a book since I set that second one down. Yup, that disgusted. __________________

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MarkinAZ Formerly MarkinOR Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Mark Location: Sun City West, AZ Posts: 6,221 Trading: (40)	Re: What are you reading? The Family by Jeff Sharlet... __________________ "Don't worry, God will work out His plan for your life..." Psalm 138 8

04-20-2015, 08:17 PM	#2708
Flynnster Life's too short Swishers Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Middle of the Mitten Posts: 787 Trading: (7)	Re: What are you reading? Just started "The Park Service Trilogy" A very interesting post apocalyptic setting. First book was good and I really have no idea where it is heading in the next two books. A bit off topic, but how many of you have an e-reader? I picked up a kindle paperwhite a few years ago when it came out. I had been waiting for one with a light to come out since the first kindle. It quickly became my favorite thing.

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irratebass EMPEROR TOMPKINS Join Date: Aug 2011 First Name: Mickey Location: Mooresville, Indiana Posts: 8,313 Trading: (48)	Re: What are you reading? Just started reading the Deadpool comics.....so far i'm a fan __________________

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shark Cigar Smokin' Patriot Join Date: Sep 2009 First Name: Ron Location: Michigan Posts: 3,562 Trading: (0)	Re: What are you reading? I recently finished Hemingway's A Farewell to Arms. I was rather disappointed. __________________ Emancipate yourselves from mental slavery None but ourselves can free our minds

04-22-2015, 07:49 PM	#2717
pnoon YNWA Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Peter Location: San Diego Posts: 29,919 Trading: (20)	Re: What are you reading? Never Go Back by Lee Child. __________________ Be more concerned with your character than your reputation, because your character is what you really are, while your reputation is merely what others think you are. -John Wooden

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Scottastic ROFLCOPTER Join Date: Jul 2009 First Name: Scott Location: Santa Rosa Posts: 217 Trading: (8)	Re: What are you reading? Re-reading Heart Shaped Box by Joe Hill. __________________ Professional window licker on the short bus.