ILoveScotland Posted November 9, 2007 #501 Share Posted November 9, 2007 I don't know if anyone has suggested Donna Leon's mystery novels. They are all set in Venice and some even come with maps of the city. Her detective is Guido Brunetti and after a couple of the books you begin to become very attached to his wife, Paola and their two teenagers. The people Brunetti works with are wonderful characters as well. Has anyone read Atonement by Ian McEwen? The movie is coming out soon and is already getting raves. I would also like to suggest "Don't Let's Go to the Dogs Tonight" about a young white girl growing up in Africa. I have to make myself stop now because I can easily think of about 100 other titles. Lily Do you know the order in which the Donna Leon books were written? I love series with the same lead character, but I prefer to read them in order. Also, someone asked about ship libraries. They're spotty. I usually take several books and leave them in the library after I've read them. Re: audiobooks. I buy most of my audiobooks on ebay. Sometimes they're new, but often they've been listened to only once. The prices are usually very reasonable. I also buy other books on ebay, too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lily1A Posted November 10, 2007 #502 Share Posted November 10, 2007 Do you know the order in which the Donna Leon books were written? I love series with the same lead character, but I prefer to read them in order. Also, someone asked about ship libraries. They're spotty. I usually take several books and leave them in the library after I've read them. Re: audiobooks. I buy most of my audiobooks on ebay. Sometimes they're new, but often they've been listened to only once. The prices are usually very reasonable. I also buy other books on ebay, too. I agree that reading these in order is best. I didn't do it and wish I had. Her first novel is Death AT La Fenice. Also having a map of Venice at hand is a great idea. Here is a web site that lists the books in order: http://italian-mysteries.com/DLap.html Have fun! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ILoveScotland Posted November 10, 2007 #503 Share Posted November 10, 2007 Thanks. I've ordered the first one - found it on ebay! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimdicap Posted November 10, 2007 #504 Share Posted November 10, 2007 I didn't read through this whole thread, but how about some great cruise books? "What time is the Midnight Buffet?" by chesterh--who also posts on here. Arguably the MOST enjoyable book written on cruising. "Cruise Ship Passengers Ask the Wackiest Questions"--very funny, great for poolside--only a 1 hr read. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harleycruises Posted November 12, 2007 #505 Share Posted November 12, 2007 I read about 140 books a year....My favorite has been the "Outlander" series by Dianna Gabladon (it's late, not sure of spelling) Her books are history, romance, adventure and just fantastic! There are 6 books, dont let the large number of pages scare you off, and I ask only to read until page 51 and if you dont love it, dont finish it (I have told a lot of "readers" and no one has not loved it! Happy Reading! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LynnAB Posted November 12, 2007 #506 Share Posted November 12, 2007 I read about 140 books a year....My favorite has been the "Outlander" series by Dianna Gabladon (it's late, not sure of spelling) Her books are history, romance, adventure and just fantastic! There are 6 books, dont let the large number of pages scare you off, and I ask only to read until page 51 and if you dont love it, dont finish it (I have told a lot of "readers" and no one has not loved it! Happy Reading! I'm in the middle of the second book (Dragonfly in Amber) right now! I'm actually LISTENING to the series on tapes in my car since I drive a lot. I have quite a long rush hour ride every morning and evening, and these books are perfect. I'm enjoying these books immensely! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karen&roy Posted November 12, 2007 #507 Share Posted November 12, 2007 I read about 140 books a year....My favorite has been the "Outlander" series by Dianna Gabladon (it's late, not sure of spelling) Her books are history, romance, adventure and just fantastic! There are 6 books, dont let the large number of pages scare you off, and I ask only to read until page 51 and if you dont love it, dont finish it (I have told a lot of "readers" and no one has not loved it! Happy Reading! Saw your sig "harleycruises" and thought you might want to check out the Hogs on the High Seas Cruises. Its a blast. On RCCL Check it out at www.hogsonthehighseas.com :o Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katyj Posted November 13, 2007 #508 Share Posted November 13, 2007 I read about 140 books a year....My favorite has been the "Outlander" series by Dianna Gabladon (it's late, not sure of spelling) Her books are history, romance, adventure and just fantastic! There are 6 books, dont let the large number of pages scare you off, and I ask only to read until page 51 and if you dont love it, dont finish it (I have told a lot of "readers" and no one has not loved it! Happy Reading! I'm another one who loves these books, they're hard to put down. I also like the earth's children books by Jean M Auel, thie first one is a little slow, but the next 4 are fantastic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bookish Angel Posted November 29, 2007 #509 Share Posted November 29, 2007 A deft blend of hilarity and poignancy in a superb coming of age novel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WinnieinWA Posted December 1, 2007 #510 Share Posted December 1, 2007 What a great thread! I just picked up SKINNY DIP (Haiisen?) & KILLING FLOOR (Childs), as recomended by several posters, for my cruise in 2 weeks.:) Winnie <----> cruising to read or reading to cruise;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
travel girl23 Posted December 2, 2007 #511 Share Posted December 2, 2007 Does anyone know how the librarys on the ship are? Do they offer a good selection & is there a fee to borrow?Would be better to borrow theirs than pack if they have a nice selection. Toothfairy, the Carnival libraries have a wide selection of books. They are free to check out but only during the hours of attendance which is usually one hour in the morning and one hour in the afternoon on sea days, however, the library is open all the time to just go in and read. Check your ship newspaper for the hours. Travelgirl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bookish Angel Posted December 19, 2007 #512 Share Posted December 19, 2007 Good, offbeat fiction Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mamaofami Posted December 20, 2007 #513 Share Posted December 20, 2007 I haven't read this whole thread, but I love to read and I think the best book I ever read was The Kite Runner. It's a real treat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bookish Angel Posted January 6, 2008 #514 Share Posted January 6, 2008 An Americanized Indian woman returns to Bombay for a family member's wedding while he parents try (again) to marry her off. Fluff, but I have enjoyed the references to Indian culture. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MICHSUNLOVER Posted January 6, 2008 #515 Share Posted January 6, 2008 Just read a couple of books by JA Konrath -- she has written 4 books about a Chicago Detective by the name of Jack Daniels (and it's a woman!) What could be better than sitting by the pool reading a book with a character with that name? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MICHSUNLOVER Posted January 6, 2008 #516 Share Posted January 6, 2008 Just read a couple of books by JA Konrath -- she has written 4 books about a Chicago Detective by the name of Jack Daniels (and it's a woman!) What could be better than sitting by the pool reading a book with a character with that name? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5stargen Posted January 8, 2008 #517 Share Posted January 8, 2008 On the Road - Jack Kerouac Dreams of my Father - Barak Obama Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cmarrero1014 Posted January 10, 2008 #518 Share Posted January 10, 2008 I have to recommend Adrian McKinty's Dead I Well May Be. It's the coming of age tale about an Irish immigrant. You know, the usual boy kicked out of British Army, boy comes to the States, boy hired then betrayed by the Mob. Boy seeks revenge. A truly great read full of wit, suspense, and dark humour. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cmarrero1014 Posted January 10, 2008 #519 Share Posted January 10, 2008 I have to recommend Adrian McKinty's Dead I Well May Be. It's the coming of age tale about an Irish immigrant. You know, the usual boy kicked out of British Army, boy comes to the States, boy hired then betrayed by the Mob. Boy seeks revenge. A truly great read full of wit, suspense, and dark humor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cmarrero1014 Posted January 10, 2008 #520 Share Posted January 10, 2008 I apologize about the double. Sloooooow computer today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ILoveScotland Posted January 10, 2008 #521 Share Posted January 10, 2008 There are so many good ideas on this thread, many of which I've bought, that I'll have to cruise every week of the year to read them all while cruising! :eek: I could handle that. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C5R Posted January 12, 2008 #522 Share Posted January 12, 2008 I haven't read this whole thread, but I love to read and I think the best book I ever read was The Kite Runner. It's a real treat. I agree. I also have the second one he wrote, but haven't started reading it yet. Maybe I will take it on the cruise next month. I'm in the middle of a WEB Griffin book right now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bookish Angel Posted January 12, 2008 #523 Share Posted January 12, 2008 If you read Kimmel's "A Girl Named Zippy," you will love this as well. It is broadly about her mother going to college in the early 1970's and how that change the dynamics of the family but there are a lot of hilarious Zippy chapters. Absolutely wonderful in every way! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parrotgirl Posted January 13, 2008 #524 Share Posted January 13, 2008 You'll love the second book, A Thousand Splendid Suns. It takes place from a woman's perspective and is wonderful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rubegoddess Posted January 16, 2008 #525 Share Posted January 16, 2008 I can't believe anyone would purchase it. But since people are buying her used dog food cans and used toothbrushes--it will probably be a best seller wait! Paris Hilton can write!?!? Heck, does she know how to read!? :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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