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AC
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Wed Jul 01, 2009 9:57 am |
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| SavannahStar wrote: |
Gosh jacqueline, I had missed this post until I just saw pax quoted it.
I read A Knight in Shining Armour at least three or four times, YEARS ago!!!! I LOVED IT!!! And I detest romance fiction! This is the only one I ever read and enjoyed! It's a fabulous book, really takes you back in time and you can feel the love!!!!  |
SS, do you remember the author?
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| SavannahStar
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Wed Jul 01, 2009 10:02 am |
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| AC wrote: |
SS, do you remember the author? |
Jude Devereaux (might have spelled that last name wrong). She's a pretty prolific romance writer.
Here's a review. 4-1/2 stars average!!
http://www.amazon.com/Knight-Shining-Armor-Jude-Deveraux/dp/0743457269/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1246460497&sr=8-1
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| AC
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Wed Jul 01, 2009 10:03 am |
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Thanks....sounds like this might be my next endeavor.
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| SavannahStar
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Wed Jul 01, 2009 7:41 pm |
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| AC wrote: |
Thanks....sounds like this might be my next endeavor. |
You'll get lost in it! Let me know what you think!
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Wed Jul 01, 2009 8:55 pm |
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| AC wrote: |
OH, forgot to report. I read all three and it was enjoyable. All three were quick reads. My first venture into any James Patterson books....and will most certainly read more. |
I really like James Patterson's books, they are quick reads...I like his Alex Cross books....I finished four of his books just recently, two on long car rides and two on plane rides.. .... Step on a Crack...Cross.....Double Cross and Sail, I haven't read the books you had listed but I haven't read a book of his that I didn't like.
My son just bought me the book The Shack, he says I will really like it, just started it yesterday. Has anyone read that one?
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| Seraph
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Thu Jul 02, 2009 4:07 am |
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| prolific wrote: |
I really like James Patterson's books, they are quick reads...I like his Alex Cross books....I finished four of his books just recently, two on long car rides and two on plane rides.. .... Step on a Crack...Cross.....Double Cross and Sail, I haven't read the books you had listed but I haven't read a book of his that I didn't like.
My son just bought me the book The Shack, he says I will really like it, just started it yesterday. Has anyone read that one? |
Hey Pro, I have read 'The Shack' by William Young, it is a strange book about self discovery and personal beliefs. It is questions where God is and why He allows the such terrible things to happen in our society. It is very interesting particularly the main thread of the story. I don't want to spoil it for you but a more interesting fact to me is that a copy of this book was evident when I scrutinized the those photos of the Anthony house. There was a copy of 'The Shack' and 'The works of Edgar Allen Poe' on a messy book shelf. When you have read the book, I would appreciate it if you would share your thoughts about how (or if) you think it relates to Casey. She may have not read the book but it looks like someone in the house did. That alone gave me deep pause for thought.
Thanks for mentioning this book.
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| AC
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Thu Jul 02, 2009 4:19 am |
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Hey Pro, I have read 'The Shack' by William Young, it is a strange book about self discovery and personal beliefs. It is questions where God is and why He allows the such terrible things to happen in our society. It is very interesting particularly the main thread of the story. I don't want to spoil it for you but a more interesting fact to me is that a copy of this book was evident when I scrutinized the those photos of the Anthony house. There was a copy of 'The Shack' and 'The works of Edgar Allen Poe' on a messy book shelf. When you have read the book, I would appreciate it if you would share your thoughts about how (or if) you think it relates to Casey. She may have not read the book but it looks like someone in the house did. That alone gave me deep pause for thought.
Thanks for mentioning this book. |
WOW, that one sounds interesting as well.
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| Seraph
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Thu Jul 02, 2009 5:16 am |
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| AC wrote: |
WOW, that one sounds interesting as well. |
Hiya AC, I just can't figure out who in the Anthony household would read this book, it is quite powerful. If it was Casey, it kind of makes sense to me that she believes ultimately that God forgives all, when others don't. A sort of 'shortcut,or get out of hell card', maybe it explains her new interest in reading the Bible? Who know how her mind works? Not me, for sure 
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| SavannahStar
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Thu Jul 02, 2009 6:15 am |
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Hiya AC, I just can't figure out who in the Anthony household would read this book, it is quite powerful. If it was Casey, it kind of makes sense to me that she believes ultimately that God forgives all, when others don't. A sort of 'shortcut,or get out of hell card', maybe it explains her new interest in reading the Bible? Who know how her mind works? Not me, for sure |
I'm not sure you can tell who read the book or why. It was on the fiction bestseller list, quite popular for a while. I read such an eclectic variety of books you really couldn't tell anything too much about me. I got that book from the library myself. I'd hate for anyone to look on my bookshelf and find any ONE particular book and analyze anything about me because of that one book.
Could be someone in the household bought the book at one time and no one ever got around to reading it. Who knows? Could have been a gift from someone to someone in the household, and no one read it.
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| Seraph
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Thu Jul 02, 2009 6:46 am |
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[quote="SavannahStar"]
I'm not sure you can tell who read the book or why. It was on the fiction bestseller list, quite popular for a while. I read such an eclectic variety of books you really couldn't tell anything too much about me. I got that book from the library myself. I'd hate for anyone to look on my bookshelf and find any ONE particular book and analyze anything about me because of that one book.
I know what you are saying Savannnah, I'd be viewed in a most peculiar manner if anyone saw my book collection.  It is just a little ironic in view of the circumstances Casey finds herself in at the moment. I didn't want to spoil the 'plot' if you like, for anyone who maybe interested in reading it. Although it is fiction, it does reflect the authors perspective on his view of things.
http://www.cbn.com/700club/guests/bios/Paul_Young_030708.aspx
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Thu Jul 02, 2009 1:13 pm |
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Seraph, the subject of that book The Shack reminds me of a theme of The Brothers Karamozov by Dostoyevski. Why worship a God that lets children suffer. One brother says God forgives, the other says why bother. Woody Allen parodied it in the movie Love and Death. 'If it turns out there is a God, I don't think he's evil. I think he's basically an underachiever.'
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| Seraph
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Thu Jul 02, 2009 1:56 pm |
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| pax wrote: | | Seraph, the subject of that book The Shack reminds me of a theme of The Brothers Karamozov by Dostoyevski. Why worship a God that lets children suffer. One brother says God forgives, the other says why bother. Woody Allen parodied it in the movie Love and Death. 'If it turns out there is a God, I don't think he's evil. I think he's basically an underachiever.' |
You are right Pax, I feel the same as Ivan, in my heart, I have not rejected God but I find it very difficult to believe in God or the world God created. Injustice and the suffering of children deeply troubles me. When I was young (convent school), I wanted to be a missionary, without the religion  (my Mum, wanted me to be a Nun) Social Worker was the next best thing.
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| pax
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Thu Jul 02, 2009 6:04 pm |
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You are right Pax, I feel the same as Ivan, in my heart, I have not rejected God but I find it very difficult to believe in God or the world God created. Injustice and the suffering of children deeply troubles me. When I was young (convent school), I wanted to be a missionary, without the religion (my Mum, wanted me to be a Nun) Social Worker was the next best thing. |
Did any books move you in that direction? I'm fond of writings of Dorothy Day, Robert Coles and Albert Camus among others.
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Fri Jul 03, 2009 7:55 pm |
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| Seraph wrote: |
Hey Pro, I have read 'The Shack' by William Young, it is a strange book about self discovery and personal beliefs. It is questions where God is and why He allows the such terrible things to happen in our society. It is very interesting particularly the main thread of the story. I don't want to spoil it for you but a more interesting fact to me is that a copy of this book was evident when I scrutinized the those photos of the Anthony house. There was a copy of 'The Shack' and 'The works of Edgar Allen Poe' on a messy book shelf. When you have read the book, I would appreciate it if you would share your thoughts about how (or if) you think it relates to Casey. She may have not read the book but it looks like someone in the house did. That alone gave me deep pause for thought.
Thanks for mentioning this book. |
Hey Seraph...will do...
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| Hannie
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Sat Jul 04, 2009 2:30 am |
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I have to go to the library soon, because I'm re-reading old books again which I already read multiple times, ughh. Normally I don't mind to do that, but if I read a couple of pages and I clearly remember what's in it, then it's not good...
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| Seraph
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Sat Jul 04, 2009 8:20 am |
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Did any books move you in that direction? I'm fond of writings of Dorothy Day, Robert Coles and Albert Camus among others. |
Hey Pax, I have read a little about Dorothy Day, those 'Catholic Converts' are a little like 'reformed smokers' I do like Robert Coles, 'Children of Crisis' and his theories on emotions and feelings when dealing with traumatized children, listening to their emotions rather than their story or words. I think, I have met Ruby many times.
The books that set me off on the 'journey' to find myself, filled with Catholic guilt, represson and a curiosity that may well have killed many cats. I read and reread Siddhartha by Hermann Hesse. Dante's Inferno, scared the shit out of me but opened up a theme in Theology and personal development that encompasses Philosophy, Politics and Science. Exploring them is a lifetimes work. Balancing the effects between good and evil seems to be a constant in our lives that is sometimes not obvious or clear.
The Prophet, by Kahlil Gibran is a gentle book (poem) that embodies how I would like to live my life or perhaps like Siddhartha, I could be content to be the ferryman who talks to the river and stones. I'm half way there, I talk to my animals and myself constantly and thoroughly enjoy the conversations and the debates. 
What book has most influenced your life and perspective?
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Hi Seraph. Yes, Robert Coles did oral history well, giving voice to many who get overlooked. It influenced me when I pursued the social worker route, which didn't suit me. I worked with homeless and seniors at an urban church. After learning the minister raped boys I turned away and developed coping mechanisms. Many books had impact, particularly The Plague by Camus. The doctor knows he can't reverse the plague but determines in a world of suffering one creates happiness. I got more into art and beauty. The book I've enjoyed most over the years is Writings and Drawings by Bob Dylan. The humor and plain language captures my attention. It opened my ears to a world of folk and blues and country music that is endlessly mysterious and enjoyable.
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| Seraph
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| pax wrote: | | Hi Seraph. Yes, Robert Coles did oral history well, giving voice to many who get overlooked. It influenced me when I pursued the social worker route, which didn't suit me. I worked with homeless and seniors at an urban church. After learning the minister raped boys I turned away and developed coping mechanisms. Many books had impact, particularly The Plague by Camus. The doctor knows he can't reverse the plague but determines in a world of suffering one creates happiness. I got more into art and beauty. The book I've enjoyed most over the years is Writings and Drawings by Bob Dylan. The humor and plain language captures my attention. It opened my ears to a world of folk and blues and country music that is endlessly mysterious and enjoyable. |
Sorry you didn't feel suited to social work, you sound like you would have a lot to offer to enrich your community. I'm sure you do that in other ways. Your posts are thoughtful and insightful.
Pax, being partial to Bob Dylan myself, I thought this story in the local paper was lovely. Bob Dylan took a day out to join tourists and Beatle fans to do the open top bus tour of Beatle landmarks and Strawberry Fields, which is where I walk my dogs. Don't know how I missed him, but apparently nobody on the bus recognized him (the driver did, but thought he was so chilled and interested in everywhere they went he didn't want to say anything) and he chatted to people about John Lennon and the guys, spent time in John's childhood home, looking through is collection of books and music.
Bob Dylan on Liverpool Beatle city tour
May 13 2009 Liverpool Echo
Add a commentRecommend BOB Dylan visited John Lennon’s childhood home while he was in the city to play a concert.
The Tambourine Man got on a tour bus and went to the house where the Beatle grew up, now a National Trust property, on Menlove Road, Woolton.
Dylan followed a tour guide and told him he loved Lennon’s bedroom, where he wrote his earliest songs.
A spokeswoman for The National Trust said: “We’re just delighted that he came, a musician of his stature. It’s really cool he came on the bus.”
Dylan has expressed an interest in working with Sir Paul but said their ‘paths would have to cross’ first
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Thanks Seraph and same to you. That's neat that Bob visited John's home. Hibbing and Liverpool are both working class towns with savvy people. Hope you enjoy the rest of your weekend.
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Hey, I finished reading "The Memory Keeper's Daughter" by Kim Edwards. Really interesting book...I would recommend it. It's about folks who keep secrets and how those secrets can destroy relationships.
Right now, I'm reading another James Patterson book, "Suzanne's Diary for Nicholas" which is another good read. In this book, there is a paragraph which really struck home to me so I'm going to share it.
"Imagine life is a game in which you are juggling five balls. The balls are called work, family, health, friends and integrity. And your're keeping all of them in the air. But one day you finally come to understand that work is a rubber ball. If you drop it, it will bounce back. The other four balls---family, health, friends, integrity---are made of glass. If you drop one of these, it will be irrevocably scuffed, nicked, perhaps even shattered. And once you truly understand the lesson of the five balls, you will have the beginnings of a balance in your life."
I thought this was rather profound!
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Wed Jul 08, 2009 6:27 am |
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Hi AC. That's great you enjoyed the book about secrets. Thanks for sharing the Patterson quote. Hope you enjoy a great day.
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Wed Jul 08, 2009 6:28 am |
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| pax wrote: | | Hi AC. That's great you enjoyed the book about secrets. Thanks for sharing the Patterson quote. Hope you enjoy a great day. |
Hey, Pax....you do as well!
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I love James Patterson books. He writes such a variety..."Suzanne's Diary for Nicholas" was very sad, I thought. And then he can write very romantic stories, and also the Alex Cross novels, but my favorites have been his fantasy books about the half bird children..can't remember what the first one was called. I also love Dean Koontz, and am getting ready to read his new one. He has some really scary, disturbing stuff, and also some incredibly funny stuff that is sometimes a mix of science fiction, fantasy, and hilarity. His books about Odd Thomas, the guy who sees dead people and converses with them are my favorites. Although I also love the two books he wrote about the guy who can't go out in the daylight because of an eye condition, but who has a wonder dog for a companion and whose parents worked for the government in an underground facility where all kinds of weird stuff, etc, etc etc.
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I finished The Associate (Grisham) and really really liked it a lot, though the ending left me hanging.....that was my only complaint.
I've now picked up Beach Music by Pat Conroy (Prince of Tides). I love the author and have started Beach Music before but couldn't get into it. Thought I would give it another go because recently I was on a book thread on another board and some posters were just raving about it, "one of the best books I've ever ever read......" etc., etc.
I decided to try one more time. So we'll see how it goes.
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Has anyone read the Left Behind series by Tim LaHaye? As far as writing, they're not the best written but I couldn't put them down, I breezed through the whole series and thinking of starting over. It's fiction but based on the bible about the end times and the Rapture.
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