Oprah's Book Club (Official) discussion

Hello, my name is Angela

I'm looking for something new to read.

I love historical romance, fiction and non-fiction.

The Twelve Tribes of Hattie was really good! Another two that I read this year that were pretty good were The Butterfly House and The Glass Castle.

Any recommendations?

Thanks

The Language of Flowers
Garden Spells
Life After Life
The Forgotten Garden

There are 2 books by Kimberley Freeman that I enjoyed, Wildflower Hill & Lighthouse Bay.
I am currently reading This Child of Mine by Sinead Moriarty which is also very entertaining.
Good Luck on your quest for your next "good read"!

I finished Life After Life last week and enjoyed it immensely. It's set I'm England during WWI through WWII. it inspired me to read The Great Influenza about the 1918 pandemic. You might enjoy it since you like historical fiction

Hi! I'm Lynn Diane. I'm reading Mary: Mrs. A. Lincoln. Some of my favorites are: The Art of Racing in the Rain; The Girl Who Fell From the Sky; The Light Between Oceans; and These is My Words.

Right now I'm reading Alafair Burke's latest - If You Were Here. I wanted something quick and exciting to read and so far its fitting the bill perfectly.

If you love historical romance you simply must read Outlander by Diana Gabaldon! It is positively my favorite book and it is a romance that will stick with you for the rest of your life. Outlander

hi! I am Anna :) I am currently reading scarlett by alexandra ripley, the sequel to gone with the wind

Began reading "The Imperfectionists" by Tom Rachman today. So far it's a great novel (after 125pgs). Reading it for a library book club meeting next week. Definitely recommended!

One good book that I have read recently is Pictures of You. Currently I am reading The Coldest Winter Ever.

Anne, I have that one on my TBR list. Glad to her its great :)

Christopher Moore : Lamb (iPhone)
Recipes from an Italian summer (kitchen)
Waves by Virginia Woolf (bedside table)
Slim Aaron's : la dolce vita (coffee table)

I'm reading wild by Cheryl strayed. I'm now on chapter 11. I got some great ideas for the next few months. Thanks everyone

I'm currently reading Lovely Green Eyes by ARNOST LUSTIG

I just finished the trilogy by Stieg Larsson. "The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo", "The Girl Who Played with Fire" and "The girl Who Kicked the Hornets Nest".
Gripping suspenseful series. Not for people who are offended by foul language as the series contains more than a few offensive words. I find it was mostly used to convey the social economic environment to portray "real" tough mob-like characters.

"Somewhere I'll Find You" by Lisa Kleypas is a wonderful romantic historical fiction.

I had never read any of her books before and was pleasantly surprised by the strong female protagonist. I have since learned that it is part of a series. The book is stand alone and doesn't leave you hanging which is why I hadn't realized the story continued.

"The Kitchen House" by Kathleen Grissom is another captivating historical novel.
It describes the tumultuous relationships amongst its characters during the 1700's.

I'm currently reading "Z, a novel of Zelda Fitzgerald" by Therese Fowler. I love it, I love Fitzgerald's writings and this gives me some background on their relationship and life.

I'm also looking forward to reading "Z". Just waiting for the paperback to be released, hardcovers are too heavy too lug around. Yes, I'm still old school, preferring physical books to e-readers :)

Lorrea(Threein3) wrote: "One good book that I have read recently is Pictures of You. Currently I am reading The Coldest Winter Ever."

Anne wrote: "Began reading "The Imperfectionists" by Tom Rachman today. So far it's a great novel (after 125pgs). Reading it for a library book club meeting next week. Definitely recommended!"

I think you sold me on Pictures of You. I'm kind of in between books right now and it sounds like something I'm in the mood for right now.

Angela wrote: "I'm reading wild by Cheryl strayed. I'm now on chapter 11. I got some great ideas for the next few months. Thanks everyone"

I loved that book! She is so real!

I'm reading 'The Alchemist' by Paul Coelho. It's about a young boy's journey through life. It's a very good read.

Games People Play by Eric Berne..
and The Alchemist is beautiful ;)

Angela wrote: "Hello, my name is Angela

I'm looking for something new to read.

I love historical romance, fiction and non-fiction.

The Twelve Tribes of Hattie was really good! Another two that I read this yea..."

You should definitely read Freeman by Leonard Pitts. It is historical fiction and a beautiful love story although the story is much more than a love story.

Have you heard of "An Abduction Revelation" Some readers say it is a memoir, while others think it to be sci-fi. Is it reality or imagination gone wild? www.thomaslhay.com

Historical romance of an offbeat sort....Joyce Carol Oates new novel "The Accursed".

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Im reading "struck by living" by Julie k. Hersh, really really good. Also I bought "Life after life" by Kate Atkinson and I'm 11% into it, I don't ever read the sinopsis, have you read it? Is it good?

Agueda wrote: "Im reading "struck by living" by Julie k. Hersh, really really good. Also I bought "Life after life" by Kate Atkinson and I'm 11% into it, I don't ever read the sinopsis, have you read it? Is it good?"

No idea, but it's had terrific reviews. I put a hold on it at my local library. Let me know how it is if you read it before I can :)

I am currently reading So Pretty it Hurts by Kate White. I am a fan of both fantasy fiction and mystery. A new indie author who happens to be my daughter has 2 in her YA fantasy fiction series. Journey into the Realm: The Elf Girl (1) and The Spell Master (2) by Markelle Grabo. We need readers. I hope you will consider her work.

I'm reading Light in the Ruins by Chris Bohajalian .

Angela wrote: "I'm reading Light in the Ruins by Chris Bohajalian ."

how you liking it so far?

I am reading The light between oceans

Carol- I really just started it so I don't have anything to say yet other than I Iike it so far. I have enjoyed most of Chris Bohajalian 's
other books so I hope this one is good too. I'll let you know more when I have finished it .

Naomi - I loved Light Between Oceans . I found it to be a beautifully written story , sad and touching . I hope you like it.

Getting to Happy by Terry McMillan

Angela- I just recently started reading the book. Based on your comment I am sure I will like it.

Naomi - I would be interested in hearing what you think .

Angela wrote: "Hello, my name is Angela

I'm looking for something new to read.

I love historical romance, fiction and non-fiction.

The Twelve Tribes of Hattie was really good! Another two that I read this yea..."

I've recently enjoyed "Wild" by Cheryl Strayed, "The Fault in Our Stars" by John Green, and "The Sunne in Splendor" by Sharon Kay Penman.

I am reading the Queen's Fool by Philippa Gregory. I love historical fiction and she writes so well!

I am currently reading Cold Mountain. For me it has been slow moving. once I start a book however I don't like not finishing it. Maybe it will get better as I get deeper into it.

Angela- I finished the light between oceans. There are few books that can make me cry and this was one of them.

Jill, I agree with your response to Cold Mountain. I don't think it ever picked up. It is one of the few cases where the movie was better than the book.

Im finishing Breaking night by Liz Murray, what a story. Makes me thank for my bed every day I read it.

Naomi - me too ! I just thought Light Between Oceans was such a heart wrenching, beautifully written story I don't often cry after reading a book but I really did with this one . Read some happier next.

I just finished reading:
Americanah by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie. Great read as Adichie is master storyteller. Will be one of my top reads this year.
The Resurrectionist by Matthew Guinn - If you like southern literature with a touch of gothic you will enjoy.

Next read is Crazy Rich Asians by Kevin Kwan

Just picked up Crazy Rich Asians from the library. As soon as I finish The Silent Wife, I'll begin this one next. If anyone else has read it, let me know if you enjoyed it!

I admit it: I need suspense! I just finished Steven King's "The Wind Through the Keyhole!" and just put two more SKs on hold at the library. Perfect storyteller!

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