I’m currently reading a great book that has captured my imagination called, A Discovery of Witches. It is an historical-fantasy novel by Deborah Harkness, that centers on Diana Bishop, an alchemical history professor at The University of Oxford who is compelled to embrace her magical heritage, which she has ignored and engage in a forbidden romance with a charming vampire.
If you’ve read anything lately that you enjoyed, please share it in the comments section of this blog, because at the rate I’m reading this book, I’ll be looking for suggestions very soon. I’m open to all genres.
Looking for something timely? The Association of Small Bombs by Karan Mahajan
Looking for something with a gay-theme? Christodora by Tim Murphy
Looking for something on complicated relationships? Modern Lovers by Emma Straub
Like autobiography? Frank by Barney Frank
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I usually have several books going at one time so I can read what matches my mood – thank goodness for my Kindle.
I’m a bit of a horror fan so:
Let the Right One In – John Ajvide Lindqvist
Infernal Parade – Clive Barker
Ghostland: An American History in Haunted Places – Colin Dickey
Also:
A Murder Over a Girl: Justice, Gender, Junior High – Ken Corbett
Mort: A Novel of Discworld – Terry Pratchett
Furiously Happy: A Funny Book About Horrible Things – Jenny Lawson
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Just finished “Clementine: The Life of Mrs. Winston Churchill,” by Sonia Purnell, a fascinating account of an overlooked 20th-century political hostess. Clemmie understood the value of hospitality and top-quality food, and especially researching what your guests do and don’t like.
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It’s Lent, so in true fashion, am reading “Christ the Lord” by Anne Rice. If you’re familiar with the Vampire series, the book will present to you a side of the author you might never expect.
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Agreed. I picked it up because of my appreciation for Rice’s books. Surprising.
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‘A Gentleman in Moscow’ by Amor Towles, loved his first book too, ‘The Rules of Civility’. He writes beautifully.
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Nom nom nom.
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If you liked “Game of Thrones” Books Read the Series That George Martin said inspired him. Tad Williams “Memory, Sorrow and Thorn” It is a 4 Book Paperback Series from the Late 80’s/90’s
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Since I no longer have the attention span to enrich my mind, I am reading a trashy book about Paul Newman.
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I must recommend Karen Armstrong’s “Islam.”
Also of note, Sunday 2 April many mosques are hosting open houses for us all to explore and learn. Education is the best medication.
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I just finished a wonderful, prize winning novel called “Call Me By Your Name”, written by Andre Aciman It is so beautiful and true to the gay coming of age experience that it kept me riveted on every page. It’s a very hot and romantic story of a sudden and powerful romance blossoming between an adolescent boy and a summer guest at his parents’ mansion on the Italian Riviera. It’s a beautiful summer read which, I believe, is relatable to every gay man’s experience growing up.
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Loved that book. Great suggestion.
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you do know it’s a movie now, right?
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Yes, I do know it’s a movie, and I can’t wait for it’s release on Nov. 24th. Armie Hammer is in it and he plays the summer guest.
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Four favourite books mine are:-
Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell by Susannah Clarke; Last Letters from Hav by Jan Morris; The Crow Road by Iain Banks and finally, Carter Beats the Devil by Glen David Gold.
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