Christmas Reading Poll '09

Wow, it looks like we're going to have a great turn out. Should be a wonderful discussion. Hopefully I will start reading tomorrow night.

Why this novel....just curious...does it take place at Christmas or holiday time? I read it ages ago and I forget. Like I said I am just curious. I think I own the book but I have no idea where I put it. Maybe it's in my compiled edition of James - I will look. I know it's a neat story.

I think it does take place on Christmas Janine.

This is the perfect book to get me back into the reading group.:thumbs_up

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Originally Posted by Paulclem

I read the first one - The girl with the dragon Tattoo. I enjoyed it, though I was surprised that, despite the title, so much attention was paid to the chap - I have forgotten his name - in the novel. He became the protagonist for me, even though she is the most interesting character and saves him.

it was only 20% reduction when I went a couple of weeks ago, I'd like to go again but I really cannot justify the time. I must do some cooking, I must re-hang the curtains in the spare room, I must do a bit more than nominal cleaning, I must.....go away and get on with it. Kasie

It was 40% last night, with some going for 60%. Can you not spare an hour? If you've been a good customer - you deserve to benefit a bit.

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Paul - you wicked tempter, you! I really shouldn't but...

re: Girl with Dragon Tattoo - the series is called The Millennium Trilogy and is as much about the magazine, Millennium, as about the two main protagonists. The Plot thickens in Part Two, which has scenes that are just crying out to be filmed, especially the last but one section - but I wouldn't dream of spoiling it by going into details! I'm very tempted to buy Part Three in hardback but I'm teasing myself and waiting for the paperback.

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Originally Posted by Janine

Why this novel....just curious...does it take place at Christmas or holiday time?

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The novel begins, Janine:

The story had held us, round the fire, sufficiently breathless, but except the obvious remark that it was gruesome, as, on Christmas Eve in an old house, a strange tale should essentially be, I remember no comment uttered till somebody happened to say that it was the only case he had met in which such a visitation had fallen on a child.

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Originally Posted by kasie

Paul - you wicked tempter, you! I really shouldn't but...

re: Girl with Dragon Tattoo - the series is called The Millennium Trilogy and is as much about the magazine, Millennium, as about the two main protagonists. The Plot thickens in Part Two, which has scenes that are just crying out to be filmed, especially the last but one section - but I wouldn't dream of spoiling it by going into details! I'm very tempted to buy Part Three in hardback but I'm teasing myself and waiting for the paperback.

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I quite like scandanavian writiers, though I am unsure why. I read Tove Jansson's Moomin books when I was a kid, and a Henning Mankell recently. I wonder if it's a stylistic thing.

Does the discussion start here or does the holiday selection too get its own reading thread? At the risk of appearing impatient, I thought I would plum for some surety on procedure :)

I am sorry, Jozzany. Usually the threads are started immediately but I got carried away with the daily worries.

The discussion thread is here: http://www.online-literature.com/for...ad.php?t=49425

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Originally Posted by Scheherazade

I am sorry, Jozanny. Usually the threads are started immediately but I got carried away with the daily worries.

The discussion thread is here: http://www.online-literature.com/for...ad.php?t=49425

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Oh bosh, don't apologize Sche. I no longer work, and I still would not even consider moderating a community this large, and even though I am not big on these seasonal sentiments, happy holidays to ya:santasmil!

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Originally Posted by Jozanny

Oh bosh, don't apologize Sche.

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Did you know that the expression "bosh" comes from the Turkish word "boş" meaning "empty"?

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Originally Posted by Scheherazade

Did you know that the expression "bosh" comes from the Turkish word "boş" meaning "empty"?

:D

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Well whadda know, I learn something new in this forum every day:idea::p

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Originally Posted by Scheherazade

Did you know that the expression "bosh" comes from the Turkish word "boş" meaning "empty"?

:D

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What about pish pash posh?

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Originally Posted by Jozanny

Well whadda know, I learn something new in this forum every day:idea::p

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It is all part of the service! :p

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Originally Posted by Paulclem

What about pish pash posh?

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I think that is from Gnomish, meaning "Whadaloda rubbish!"

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Originally Posted by Scheherazade

It is all part of the service! :pI think that is from Gnomish, meaning "Whadaloda rubbish!"

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:lol:


Great service.

I know not everyone celebrates Christmas, but in plenty of countries, there is a giant break coming up, and I thought I would share some lovely vacation-type reads. So put these on hold at the library now to prepare for a long timeframe for relaxation and lovely reading.

1. His Dark Materials by Philip Pullman
(The Golden Compass, The Subtle Knife, The Amber Spyglass)-I read this series one time over a break and it is fantastic. Deep and significant while still a speedy read. The 2nd one is my favourite.

2. Anna Karenina by Leo Tolstoy
This is probably a challenge for plenty of people, but it is one of the most wonderful books I have ever read. I tackled this one over a Christmas break and done in a small over a week. It is a lovely book to go for when you have a long stretch of time to devote to it.

3. Inheritance series by Christopher Paolini
(Eragon, Eldest, Brisingr) This is a lovely chance to catch up before the 4th book comes out. (Someone know when that is, btw?) People may laugh at this pick, but the books are simple reads and addicting. You'll get in to them quickly which is ideal for the holidays. You require to relax after all!

4. 1984 by George Orwell
If you have been putting it off, now's your chance to read this timeless classic!

5. Watership Down by Richard Adams
I do know a book about rabbits on a search sounds ridiculous but this book is wonderful. You'll get through it in no time.