I am currently struggling through Life of Pi by Yann Martel. This is the same author who has been sending our Prime Minister Steve-o novels to...shape his mind?
Cuz Amy gave me the novel in early July when I was in Halifax for Mike's wedding. I started on it during mental breaks from my Masters courses.
The first 150 pages were torturous. I was waiting for the action aka on the boat with the animals to start.
I am now at the point in the story where Pi has built a raft and playing a waiting game with the tiger. It is a better read now......!
Tuesday, August 28, 2007
Sunday, May 6, 2007
What Mike is reading
"The Brotherhoods" By Gary Larson.
It is the true story of 2 cops that murdered for the mafia. Both convicted in 2006.
It is the true story of 2 cops that murdered for the mafia. Both convicted in 2006.
Saturday, April 28, 2007
Stort Stories
I like reading short stories. Fits with my attention span. ;)
Here is what I'm reading now:
Secrets From the Vinyl Cafe - Stuart Mclean. This is the third book in the Vinyl Cafe universe that I have read(ing). I was a bit disappointed to see stories from previous installments (Why pay for something you already have?) but still quite enjoyable as in each story a character holds a "secret." I am about halfway through.
My wife likes to listen to me reading Cafe stories at bedtime. It puts her asleep. Or is it my voice?
One Last Good Look - Michael Winter. This is my first book by Winter, but it won't be my last. I was familar with his local success, and when I saw this story collection in the bargin section at Chapters, I thought, "What the hell?"
It took a minute (or two) to get use to Winter's rhythm and lack of puncutation, but I am really enjoying each story and experience of Gabriel English, the main character throughout.
The next time I am at Chapters, I may buy Winter's novel "The Big Why." Again bargain book, and hopefully a gem.
Chris
Here is what I'm reading now:
Secrets From the Vinyl Cafe - Stuart Mclean. This is the third book in the Vinyl Cafe universe that I have read(ing). I was a bit disappointed to see stories from previous installments (Why pay for something you already have?) but still quite enjoyable as in each story a character holds a "secret." I am about halfway through.
My wife likes to listen to me reading Cafe stories at bedtime. It puts her asleep. Or is it my voice?
One Last Good Look - Michael Winter. This is my first book by Winter, but it won't be my last. I was familar with his local success, and when I saw this story collection in the bargin section at Chapters, I thought, "What the hell?"
It took a minute (or two) to get use to Winter's rhythm and lack of puncutation, but I am really enjoying each story and experience of Gabriel English, the main character throughout.
The next time I am at Chapters, I may buy Winter's novel "The Big Why." Again bargain book, and hopefully a gem.
Chris
Why do I Need to Create This Blog?
Welcome to my second blog. I thought one blog would be enough! Anyway, I thought this "space" could be a place where people could post comments and opinions about "books I'm reading now."
When I type books I mean all different kinds: novels, poetry, nonfiction, picture, historical, biography, etc.
You get the picture.
I hope many people view this website/blog and share what they are reading. It may interest, enlighten, and expand readers' interest.
Welcome,
Chris
When I type books I mean all different kinds: novels, poetry, nonfiction, picture, historical, biography, etc.
You get the picture.
I hope many people view this website/blog and share what they are reading. It may interest, enlighten, and expand readers' interest.
Welcome,
Chris
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