"Coffee with Oscar Wilde"
By Merlin Holland
An interesting little book using some old quotes and language of Oscar Wilde to piece together an interview over coffee in modern times. It also appears to be a little book series with different authors over coffee. I'll make it a point to add them in 2012-2013.
Thursday, June 28, 2012
Wednesday, June 6, 2012
Book 61 "Cannery Row" By John Steinbeck
John Steinbeck has become one of my favorite authors. I absolutely love his style. After completing the second of his minor books, I look forward in diving into his major pieces in 'East of Eden' and 'Grapes of Wrath'.
I was captivated with 'Cannery Row' in that it painted a clear picture of life. His subtle message on how even in bad things that good truly exist.
Steinbeck is a genius, his brilliant story telling and his marvelous language never fails the reader. Not to mention that its a quick read!
I was captivated with 'Cannery Row' in that it painted a clear picture of life. His subtle message on how even in bad things that good truly exist.
Steinbeck is a genius, his brilliant story telling and his marvelous language never fails the reader. Not to mention that its a quick read!
Tuesday, June 5, 2012
Book 60 "Carte Blanche" BY Jeffery Deaver
The latest 007 book. Bond, James Bond. Vodka Martini please, Shaken not stirred.
Ahhh yes, I have to admit that I was excited to dig into the new Bond book. Jeffery Deaver accomplished the difficult task of grasping the original James Bond authors style (Ian Fleming) and yet, maintaining his own personal authorship.
However, to be completely honest, I didn't feel overly excited about the story. As much as I loved Deaver's writing and the basis of the 007 topic, but at the same time couldn't divulge myself into the story. The antagonist didn't seem like a huge threat and the sub-characters were so far removed from Bond that it was hard to have any connection to them.
However, no matter, I would continue to always follow Bond no matter how thick or thin the story. I believe it's safe to assume that Bond lives through the writing of Jeffery Deaver...regardless of weak antagonist characters or not!
Ahhh yes, I have to admit that I was excited to dig into the new Bond book. Jeffery Deaver accomplished the difficult task of grasping the original James Bond authors style (Ian Fleming) and yet, maintaining his own personal authorship.
However, to be completely honest, I didn't feel overly excited about the story. As much as I loved Deaver's writing and the basis of the 007 topic, but at the same time couldn't divulge myself into the story. The antagonist didn't seem like a huge threat and the sub-characters were so far removed from Bond that it was hard to have any connection to them.
However, no matter, I would continue to always follow Bond no matter how thick or thin the story. I believe it's safe to assume that Bond lives through the writing of Jeffery Deaver...regardless of weak antagonist characters or not!
Monday, June 4, 2012
Book 59 "The Gunslinger" By Stephen King
I've always been captured by the horror and suspense and creativity of King. Whether it be in fantasy mode or classic science fiction mixed with modern day horror. King rarely disappoints me...evening for the pure pleasure of reading versus picking up a chew worthy classic.
King's "Dark Tower" series continues to catch my eye and seems to draw with it a cult-like following. Therefore, I picked up a copy of "The Gunslinger".
I can see where readers are charmed by this book series. It gives one a feeling of a western, but with the stunning intensity of a modern classic.
The book is full of questions as Roland "the last gunslinger" pursues a dark figure. Clearly, he is chasing evil and suspense builds for a face off as King plays a mind game of cat and mouse with the reader.
Worth a read for a fantasy fan. A MUST if you are a Stephen King fan. Book one in the series complete!
King's "Dark Tower" series continues to catch my eye and seems to draw with it a cult-like following. Therefore, I picked up a copy of "The Gunslinger".
I can see where readers are charmed by this book series. It gives one a feeling of a western, but with the stunning intensity of a modern classic.
The book is full of questions as Roland "the last gunslinger" pursues a dark figure. Clearly, he is chasing evil and suspense builds for a face off as King plays a mind game of cat and mouse with the reader.
Worth a read for a fantasy fan. A MUST if you are a Stephen King fan. Book one in the series complete!
Book 58 "Too close to home" by Linwood Barclay
I'm becoming quite fond of Linwood Barclay. "Too Close To Home" became my second Barclay read and didn't disappoint.
I love his style of suspense because he doesn't waste time getting to the point. He refuses to hold the reader captive in boring nonsense. He builds detail around his character as he dives into action and suspense. I love it! For that reason alone...I will continue to read Linwood Barclay.
"Too Close To Home" brings the reader into the story of a murder scene where neighbors are questioning neighbors and when a young teen is finally accused a father comes to the stunning realization that the killer is still at large and he must fight to prove his sons innocence, while fighting for his family's survival.
The book is full of suspense and is sure to keep the reader engaged and on the edge of their seat.
I love his style of suspense because he doesn't waste time getting to the point. He refuses to hold the reader captive in boring nonsense. He builds detail around his character as he dives into action and suspense. I love it! For that reason alone...I will continue to read Linwood Barclay.
"Too Close To Home" brings the reader into the story of a murder scene where neighbors are questioning neighbors and when a young teen is finally accused a father comes to the stunning realization that the killer is still at large and he must fight to prove his sons innocence, while fighting for his family's survival.
The book is full of suspense and is sure to keep the reader engaged and on the edge of their seat.
Friday, June 1, 2012
Book 57 "The Master Sniper" by Stephen Hunter
I picked up "The Master Sniper" while I was on the road in Wyoming. The setting is during World War II and revolves around a Nazi Master Sniper named Repp (who also is known as "the man of oak" for his reputation). Repp is beginning his mission of using a top secret night vision scope and eliminating any and everyone tied to its secrecy and tied to his identity.
The book is well written and masterly crafted for the history fiction fan. It wasn't my personal favorite , but certainly entertaining.
The book is well written and masterly crafted for the history fiction fan. It wasn't my personal favorite , but certainly entertaining.
Thursday, May 31, 2012
Book 56 "The Eagle Has Landed" By Jack Higgins
Adding to my past reads over the last several months is a book that I found in a small Minnesota Used Book Store. I struck up a conversation with the owner and he showed me a couple of books by Jack Higgins. The one I ended up buying and reading was a book called "The Eagle Has Landed"
This was a World War II story of a last ditch assassination attempt on Churchhill from the Nazi regime.
The book had its moments. It wasn't my favorite book, but had enough meat for a plot to keep my interest. I think what eventually lost me was the tardiness of the action. The reader knew from the very minute they picked up the book that there was going to be some blood shed action, so why delay with the eventual? Interesting story for what it's worth. I read one comment from a past reader, "best two star book I've ever read". I would agree. But, if you are a World War II nut it's worth a read.
This was a World War II story of a last ditch assassination attempt on Churchhill from the Nazi regime.
The book had its moments. It wasn't my favorite book, but had enough meat for a plot to keep my interest. I think what eventually lost me was the tardiness of the action. The reader knew from the very minute they picked up the book that there was going to be some blood shed action, so why delay with the eventual? Interesting story for what it's worth. I read one comment from a past reader, "best two star book I've ever read". I would agree. But, if you are a World War II nut it's worth a read.
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