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Conclave by Robert Harris

mormel20 — Sun, 06 Oct 2024 00:49:33 GMT

On TV they have been advertising the new movie coming out "Conclave". I decided to read the book. WOW. Twists and turns galore. If you plan to go to the movies you ought to read the book first.

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Group 5 minus 1 — Sun, 06 Oct 2024 01:44:59 GMT

What's it about?

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mormel20 — Sun, 06 Oct 2024 02:09:47 GMT

It is a fictional about Cardinals choosing a new Pope. It is set at the Vatican and Sistine Chapel where the voting (the Conclave) takes place. There is lots and suspense and twists and turns. It is of course not based on any real Pope, but it has factual information on how a Pope is voted in.

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Group 5 minus 1 — Sun, 06 Oct 2024 10:27:00 GMT

There is a book by Henry Morton Robinson,The Cardinal, which is about the first American Pope. It goes through all the ranks of becoming a priest.

It was made into a movie,starring Tom Tryon.Great acting by John Houston and Burgess Meredith.

Interesting story line about Tom Tryon's sister which is so contemporary.

One of my favorite movies and books.

The sister is played by Carol Lynly.

Think i will request The Conclave from the library.

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Group 5 minus 1 — Sun, 06 Oct 2024 10:50:48 GMT

Just requested the book from the library. I am 3 of 2 copies. Thanks for the referral.

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qualitygal — Sun, 06 Oct 2024 11:18:56 GMT

Have you read some of his other books? They look like they have rated them very well. I'd like to find a good writer. Thanks.

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Group 5 minus 1 — Sun, 06 Oct 2024 11:39:43 GMT

Depending on your fav type of reading-have you tried John Grishsam. There are many books to read. I remember way back when treking up to the library when I lived in my little house to check out a book by him,The Firm. His first book,A Time to Kill, is great but the film is better.

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cindyNC — Sun, 06 Oct 2024 15:19:24 GMT

Thanks! I don't think tlhat particular topic would interest me, but I just checked out one of his other books from my elibrary!

Always love to find a good author!

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jackthebear — Sun, 06 Oct 2024 18:18:53 GMT

@mormel20 wrote:
On TV they have been advertising the new movie coming out "Conclave". I decided to read the book. WOW. Twists and turns galore. If you plan to go to the movies you ought to read the book first.

the trailer looks really good

will look for the book

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Lilysmom1 — Thu, 10 Oct 2024 11:42:39 GMT

@mormel20 , thanks for posting.

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sandy53 — Sat, 12 Oct 2024 00:25:57 GMT

Thanks for the recommendation. My library had one available and I can pick it up on Monday. I saw the trailer for the movie and it looks like a good one.

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icezeus — Tue, 22 Oct 2024 19:38:01 GMT

I think I might have to read this book. The movie trailer looks really good, too. As a former practicing Catholic, I find it all fascinating.

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sandy53 — Tue, 22 Oct 2024 21:31:11 GMT

I posted my review on the monthly thread, but I thought I'd make a note here. I liked the book, but I hated the ending. No spoiler, I just did not like the ending at all.

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mildoo — Thu, 31 Oct 2024 02:29:23 GMT

I am presently reading CONCLAVE and it is interesting. I am not Catholic by faith but most of my friends are and coming from a small town with a large Catholic population I have some familiarity with it. Seeing the movie advertised on TV peaked my interest hence the book. It's good. Worth a read. Many years ago I used to read the books written by Andrew Greeley, a Catholic priest and his character's name was Blackie Ryan, I believe. And those novels contained information regarding the Catholic church which I found to be interesting.

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50Mickey — Thu, 31 Oct 2024 02:42:11 GMT

I haven't read the book yet but I am going to see the movie Sunday. It has good ratings.

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icezeus — Fri, 01 Nov 2024 02:18:13 GMT

@50Mickey wrote:
I haven't read the book yet but I am going to see the movie Sunday. It has good ratings.

@50Mickey

I saw the movie this past Saturday. I really enjoyed it. The ending has a twist that I did not see coming.

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mildoo — Sat, 02 Nov 2024 02:36:24 GMT

I finished the book this afternoon. A very good book; however, the ending was disappointing. I would hope the movie is better.

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MILKI — Sat, 02 Nov 2024 16:23:35 GMT

I went yesterday to see the movie!! It was very good and yes , full of twists and turns. The actors were fantastic and well portrayed. Being Catholic I kind of understood the process (refused to go to catholic school though) and I "sort of" had an idea of how it would end..... but then I didnt!! Will read the book now!!! ENJOY!! MJ

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50Mickey — Sun, 03 Nov 2024 22:31:59 GMT

Being a student of 12 years of Catholic school I remember a lot of how the Pope is elected. Also pretty much understood there is a lot of intrigue about the voting process. I figured out how part of the ending would happen but not the surprise at the end. This movie is being talked about as a best picture of the year. I think it should be. The acting is superb.

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Lilysmom1 — Wed, 06 Nov 2024 09:03:45 GMT

@50Mickey , I have not read the book. I feel asleep part way through the movie which is ok since I still want to read the book. Your review makes me want to see the movie. I went through the Catholic school system as well.