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[LoriLori]

Finished "Naomi's Room" by Jonathan Aycliffe. Seriously scary, one of the better ghost stories I've read. Thank you, constant thunderstorms, for providing atmosphere, LOL.

Now I'm reading "Unbroken" by Laura Hillenbrand, because I promised my aunt, the one who was widowed to whom I send my favorite books. She told me it's her favorite book ever and made me promise to read it. I know it's one of the bestselling nonfiction books of all time, and much beloved here and everywhere. I'm having trouble getting into it but I'm hopeful because where there's this much love for a book it has to be awesome.

[Marsha2003]

Just finished Murder 101 by Faye Kellerman, not her best book sadly, and Personal by Lee Child which was enjoyable, but not a stellar read. Now, I'm reading The Eye of Heaven by Clive Cussler and Russell Blake. Clive Cussler books are usually quite formulaic, but I enjoy the adventure. It looks like this one has Vikings.

[Judaline]

On 9/6/2014 LoriLori said:

Finished "Naomi's Room" by Jonathan Aycliffe. Seriously scary, one of the better ghost stories I've read. Thank you, constant thunderstorms, for providing atmosphere, LOL.

Now I'm reading "Unbroken" by Laura Hillenbrand, because I promised my aunt, the one who was widowed to whom I send my favorite books. She told me it's her favorite book ever and made me promise to read it. I know it's one of the bestselling nonfiction books of all time, and much beloved here and everywhere. I'm having trouble getting into it but I'm hopeful because where there's this much love for a book it has to be awesome.

I had trouble at first, lori. I actually knew nothing about the book and once I have a book I never read the dust jacket for fear of spoiling the story. But I knew it was good so I kept going. Then, I stopped reading and went to the dust jacket and read that 'it's non-fiction'! I thought it was a novel. Well, I don't read much non fiction but I couldn't ignore all the accolades so I kept on, and got to really like this Louie guy, and then couldn't wait till he got into the service and then I couldn't put it down. Don't give up on it, please.

[LoriLori]

Thanks, Jud I promise not to give up.

[Linders Back]

On 9/6/2014 LoriLori said:

Thanks, Jud I promise not to give up.

Unbroken is a wonderful story of resilience, courage in the face of adversity, and forgiveness. A beautiful story and a wonderful book. Stick with it, you won't be disappointed.

I can't wait for the movie.

[FlowershopGirl]

On 9/3/2014 Lilysmom said:

Finished THE LONG WAY HOME by Louise Penny. Loved it and now want to make a summer/fall trip to the Lower North Shore of Quebec! LM

I just found her as an author! I started with her first book Still Life and it was excellent. Now I notice she has a ling list of Inspector Gamache books and I'm excited to read them all.

Lainey, I do also thank you for this great monthly thread!

[skyblue]

LORILORI, I had a hard time getting into UNBROKEN initially as well. It just didn't seem believable at first, but JUDALINE encouraged me to continue as well. Louie includes plenty of proof along the way in the form of photos and documents. I was amazed at his faith and resilience. I hope you like it, too!

[Judaline]

I did? I'm so glad! Now we have the movie to look forward to. And since Louie was on the set and close to Angelina while filming, I'd say it has to be '' the way it really was'', but who knows till we see it.

[Sagal]

On 9/4/2014 Yahooey said:

Just finished THE SILKWORM by Robert Galbraith. Didn't care for it and I just skimmed the last quarter so I can finish it. Love Strike and Robin but this book was a dud. Cuckoo's Calling was so much better. Very disappointed.

[Sagal]

On 9/8/2014 SAgal said:

On 9/4/2014 Yahooey said:

Just finished THE SILKWORM by Robert Galbraith. Didn't care for it and I just skimmed the last quarter so I can finish it. Love Strike and Robin but this book was a dud. Cuckoo's Calling was so much better. Very disappointed.

I so agree!