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honeykaz — Thu, 10 Apr 2008 13:58:08 GMT

Am currently reading Dr Zhivago by Boris Pasternak, but would thoroughly recommend anything written by Tess Gerritson as she is cracking.

I am looking for a new author to try but have to say i don't like girly or romance novels so suggestions please thankees x

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juniper — Sat, 05 Apr 2008 22:27:09 GMT

hi, theres another book by Sue Townsend about the royal family living on a london housing estate. I think it's called The Queen and I'. Its a few years old now but I thought it really funny. I have Queen Camilla in my collection but haven't read it yet.

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foxxy — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 22:59:18 GMT

Hey Silver! I loved that book as a kid and I still have it, too. I couldn't bear to be parted with it though, but my kids brought a book club mag home from school a couple of weeks ago and Charlotte's Web was in there it was about £5.99. The company I'm not sure of I think it was Scholastic, they bring that many home I lose track! I'd try WHSmiths if it's not in the school book club. Good luck!

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kittikat — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 17:20:34 GMT

I enjoy Jill Mansell's books and have just finished 'Thinking of You ' which was quite funny and lighthearted. Also enjoy crime novels, anything by Val McDermid or Ian Rankin is always a good read.

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Card Maker Jackey — Sat, 01 Mar 2008 16:11:17 GMT

Forgot to say in my previous post that I have also recently finished reading Queen Camilla by Sue Townsend (Adrian Mole author). It was one of those books that doesn't really grab you but you just have to finish it. Very outlandish story of the Royal family living in "exile" in a Close on a rough Estate. Was pretty funny in places and if you have a bit of a warped sense of humour (like me) you may enjoy it.

Jackey

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Card Maker Jackey — Sat, 01 Mar 2008 16:08:50 GMT

Oh wow! Have discovered Terry Pratchett! If you enjoy Harry Potter books you will probably love Terry Pratchett's books. I started with Wintersmith, a story of a young girl who is a Witch. I was spellbound and couldn't put the book down. Had me really giggling in places - Terry has a great sense of humour

I then discovered that Wintersmith is the third in a series so have now read the first book, Wee Free Men and will tackle the second one when I have finished my current read.

Jackey

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luckylisa — Thu, 28 Feb 2008 15:41:21 GMT

if u want a good read try Lee Child. His books are based on a character named Jack Reacher, he is an ex army man who solves crimes as he travels across America. One of his best books is called One Shot believe you won't put it down

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mizzmash — Mon, 04 Feb 2008 22:15:41 GMT

Have just read P.S. I Love You by Cecelia Ahern ... is a really good read and is much better than the new film version of the book!

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Louise — Thu, 06 Sep 2007 23:58:36 GMT

I have got to agree with most of the people on here, martina cole is really great, im in the middle of reading the take, which is such a good read.

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kittikat — Thu, 09 Aug 2007 19:32:47 GMT

I have just finished reading a Sarah Challis book - Jumping for Joy - which is filled with warmth, drama and humour and thoroughly enjoyed it. I like her style of writing and handling of the subject matter. Must try one of her other ones.

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silver — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 22:50:01 GMT

I'm always in search for books for my 4 kids to enjoy. We have now just finished the Harry Potter collection but the classics seem to be their favourite, especially Enid Blyton !! But there is a book they have requested that I seem to have trouble in finding and thats "Charlottes Web" so if anyone has an old copy or knows where I can get one please let me know !!

Silver

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Card Maker Jackey — Tue, 17 Jul 2007 18:11:04 GMT

Finished reading The Interpretation of Murder by Jed Rubenfeld a week or so ago. Good book but took a while to get into. It's a psychological suspense story set in 1909 when Sigmund Freud and Carl Jung visited USA. Well worth reading

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Card Maker Jackey — Thu, 10 May 2007 10:14:48 GMT

Vidapam - did you mean Martina Cole books? To be honest all of hers are good - very similar story lines though so I find I can't read two of hers on the trot - I need a break between them.

Happy Reading

Jackey

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Card Maker Jackey — Thu, 10 May 2007 10:10:42 GMT

Have just finished Emma's Secret by Barbara Taylor Bradford. It's another in the series from A Woman of Substance. She certainly writes a good tale.

Have just started on An interpretation of Murder by Jed Rubenfeld but it is a bit hard to get into. Will stick with it - Richard and Judy liked it!!

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Troll — Fri, 27 Apr 2007 22:29:10 GMT

I'm reading 'Olivia Joules and the Overactive Imagination' by Helen Fielding (Bridget Jones). I'm having fun reading it....very well written and the story flows very well.

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peter pan — Wed, 25 Apr 2007 00:23:43 GMT

I agree Martina Cole's books are addictive. I'm also an avid reader of James patterson & Michael Connelly. At present I am reading Jodi Picoult - definitely "can't put down" material. Superbly written books about controversial subjects.

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KellyS — Thu, 22 Mar 2007 22:59:17 GMT

My daughter, Deepi Sagoo, recently published a short read of a book called "The Deception of Inncoent Eyes". As it's so close to home i'd be biased in my views but I attach the synopsis below. My niece only managed to get past the first 3 pages and burst into tears. All I know is that it took her alot of strength to get her experience down onto paper and it's a topic which many asian girls are facing in today's society. With the knowledge that she will face criticism from all age groups, including family, about her experience, she still found the courage to go ahead and publish it. Any views on it would be great!

Link also attached.

Regards, Kelly!

"The Deception of Innocent Eyes" is the autobiography of a British born Asian from a cultured family observant of liberal values and beliefs, who married in 1998. She relates her experiences, following her brief yet shadowed marriage and describes how she and her family coped. After studying at University, she decided to follow a then male dominated career in IT. Her memoir, supported by detailed recollections, is a fascinating story of determination to succeed in life accompanied by fortuitous luck. This book reinforces the need for future generations to listen and understand. "The Deception of Innocent Eyes" follows the pain and heart felt determination to build a stolen life, once again.

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Deception-Innocent-Eyes-Deepi-Sagoo/dp/1425927564/ref=sr_1_1/026-7880510-9855664?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1174603605&sr=1-1

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Cheryl — Sun, 04 Mar 2007 23:18:52 GMT

Hi,

Ive recently read the autobiography of Kim Woodburn (how clean is your house series on channel 4) it was a lovely book i couldnt put it down i read it in a weekend! I loaned it to my sister in law who said exactly the same thing once she started reading it she couldnt stop. Ive now given it to my sister to read and shes already half way through it! It tells the story of her life with a violent and abusive mother giving birth alone to a premature and stillborn child and subsequently burying it. I highly recommend it .

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Card Maker Jackey — Thu, 01 Mar 2007 10:00:03 GMT

I am almost at the end of "Secrecy" by Belva Plain. Have had the book for ages but only just got round to reading it. I had never heard of Belva Plain before but she writes a good book. I only have a few pages to go and am keeping my fingers crossed for a happy ending. I know how I would tie things up but maybe Belva has different ideas.

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vidapam — Wed, 28 Feb 2007 20:35:24 GMT

Hi, I have only read one of her novels, it was two women it was an eye opener! I would like to read another one, could you recommend one? thanks

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daisy21 — Sun, 11 Feb 2007 21:48:07 GMT

Have just read "The Midden" by Tom Sharpe and it is very funny with a very twisting story line which unravels so beautifully. Will chase the blues away and a must to read on public transport as your giggles ensure you get a seat all to yourself!!

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Card Maker Jackey — Wed, 07 Feb 2007 16:45:58 GMT

I have just finished reading Derailed by James Siegel...........oh boy what a book! Had me hooked from the beginning and what an ending.............The blurb on the front said the usual "impossible to put down......" but in this case it was right.

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Sankj — Mon, 05 Feb 2007 19:55:49 GMT

I have to agree with CardQueen Martina Cole books are addictive. Though the best book I have read in ages is "A Piece of Cake" by Cupcake Brown, my copy is doing the rounds with my mates and they all agree its a great read that will stay with us for a long time.

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indicella — Thu, 25 Jan 2007 13:39:23 GMT

hi ive read torey hayden and martina cole they are bothgood.john grisham is excellent.any one read tami hoag ive read one and wondered what else she written,

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Alexandra — Tue, 16 Jan 2007 22:01:19 GMT

For younger readers.

My 9 year old daughter is currently reading for the 2nd time; "Dr Fell's Cabinet of Smells" by Susan Gates. I have also read it with her and its a cracking read about science, history, smell and a nose that wont stay on! A really funny book that is part fact,part fiction, yes Gladiators did do that to their hair! You'll just have to read it to find out!!

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CardQueen J — Thu, 04 Jan 2007 16:49:12 GMT

I am totally hooked on Martina Cole books. Have read quite a few of hers now and at the moment I am nearly at the end of "Broken". It is one of those books you don't want to put down.

It deals with paedophilia and is pretty rough and gory in places but is such a good read.

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auntieboo — Fri, 29 Dec 2006 12:52:06 GMT

Have just completed reading three books by Jan Karon...At Home in Mitford,A Light in the Window, These High, Green Hills. Beautifully written, absorbing, delightful characters. Mitford, North Carolina, is an imaginary town based on Blowing Rock where Jan Karon lived. You live with the characters, you absorb their lives and will be craving for the next book!!!!

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Maggie — Fri, 17 Nov 2006 20:20:24 GMT

I look forward to reading that one. It sounds really good.

Har anyone ever come across books by Torey Hayden. They are about teaching , especially work with special children. She writes memoirs of her time in the special educayion classroom and are so un put downable.

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sunflowersam — Sun, 27 Aug 2006 21:09:36 GMT

It's Your Time You're Wasting by Frank Chalk.

This book is hilarious. I got my copy from Amazon two days ago and have finished it already.

Frank Chalk is a teacher who works at a pretty rough comprehensive school and this is his true-life diary. He has to deal with pupils who would rather cause mayhem in the classroom than pay attention and shows just how low standards are at some of our schools. Yet his account is funny. I think one of my favourite moments is when he rings the mother of one of his pupils to let her know that her offspring has forged a sick note - he believes this because the spelling and grammar are so bad - only to find that the mother was the letter writer!

This book will appeal to anyone who is a parent or teacher.

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johnboy — Fri, 25 Aug 2006 14:16:27 GMT

Recently read Butcher by Campbell Armstrong. Any-one who likes a really good suspense thriller will enjoy this from start to finish

September issue book reviews (p.40)

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