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No, this is the right thread, Linda. This is where I asked the question so you are in the right place. :)

WOW! See how much you all have helped me. Truly amazing!

Chris wrote: "Earth Abides "

Earth Abides was one of the first post-apoc novels that I had sampled back in the day. Just recently, I read The Stand by Stephen King, and Swan Song by Robert R. McCammon ... both quite alright, although I did not enjoy the supernatural, or paranormal, elements that featured in both novels, particularly The Stand. I'd rather read something a little more grounded in reality ... as much as possible for a speculative scenario, anyway >8)

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I am reading a non fiction right now

The Sea Kingdoms: The History of Celtic Britain and Ireland

I have put The Sea Kingdoms away for a while to read a book by James hockey, who is also a member of this group.
The Axe the Shield and the Triton

So far so good.

I just finished DEVIL'S BROOD by S. K. Penman and I didn't want the book to end. I started THROUGH A DARK MIST by Marsha Canham. It may be more of a historical romance than historical fiction. King Richard is on crusade while John is making enemies. Robin Hood may make an appearance. Do not know yet because I could not find a reliable review. It may be one of those 'bust rippers' if that is the correct term. You get the idea anyway.

ah..bodice rippers. Not bust ripper. tee hee.

That makes sense.

I'm reading
The Devil to Pay: The Story of Alice & Petronilla

and really enjoying it.

lol

Tim, I didn't realize you were in this group too!

I'm on my third Sharpe's book Sharpe's Gold by Bernard Cornwell. I am reading them completely out of order but thoroughly enjoying them.

im wading thruRise to Rebellion: A Novel of the American Revolution love shaara but may have to take a break after each book.A little slow,but atleast there is no bodice ripping!

Sounds like it needs a little bust rippimg just to spice it up a little.

Yes, bust ripping is far better in a book than bodice ripping.

I couldn't resist it. You gave me a laugh on the same subject, and I tried to return the favor.

Consider it returned. It gave me a great laugh! :)

ahhhh,what exactly is bust ripping?my overactive and somewhat filthy imagination is letting me down here.

Bust ripping is a new term that Linda accidentally said instead of bodice ripping.
I think in Linda and my minds we are picturing a gory battle scene with a warriors bust getting ripped open by a broadsword, or some such equally menacing weapon.

Bodice ripping, of course, is the exact opposite and involves heaving bosoms and hurriedly torn fabric.

thanks for the clarification.i now have 2 conflicting visuals running around in my head.bodice ripping sounds like alot more fun

Hahaha. Yeah it sounds like more fun.....not as much fun to read about though. Bust ripping is better to read about. :-)

Darrell, be careful in choosing your weapons.

Linda wrote: "Darrell, be careful in choosing your weapons."

Lol. :-)

I am still enjoying James Hockey's debut book. I love finding new authors .

I am reading The Unconquered right now.

It is non fiction and so far it is an addictive read.

Here's the website for the book. There's a really cool You Tube clip with real footage of the expedition.

im still trying to get thru The World Set Freeits hurting my head. but, i must finish so that i can start The Scourge of God

The Scourge of God looks good. I have added it to my tbr. Thanks, Darrell.

I don't envy you your H.G. Wells brain ache. It would do that to me too.

been reading Scourge for a couple days now.dont get too excited.i still prefer M C Ford or iggulden.this book has no blatent bodice flaunting, but you can sense them in the background.

Oh..you saying there are romance or love story themes in Scourge? That's a let down.

Presently reading The Watch That Ends the night:Voices from the Titanic by Allan Wolf. What a wonderful book that makes you feel that you are present at the time of the sinking. Only a few more pages. Cudos to Allan Wolf cant wait to meet him next monday. Sorry not ancient history or medieval

Well that is one heck of a name you have yourself there, J-D. :)

I had not heard of
The Watch That Ends the Night: Voices from the Titanic

Mind you...I steer clear of Titanic stuff. The whole Titanic thing is too morbid for me I'm afraid. I understand peoples fascination though.

Oh, and by the way, you going to a book signing of this Allan Wolf? Is it in a bookstore?

Terri wrote: "Oh, and by the way, you going to a book signing of this Allan Wolf? Is it in a bookstore?"

NO--- at Fairfield University in Fairfield CT

Lecturing is he?


Don't worry about it not being ancient or medieval. This thread 'What Are You Reading Now' is for all genres not just historical fiction.
Check out the group details and our folders. We mainly focus on Ancient & Medieval, but cater to Early modern and modern history too.

Welcome to the group J-D PPA. :)

After reading and enjoying Mr. Hockey's THE AXE THE SHIELD AND THE TRITON, I have moved back to a light read: Debbi Mack's IDENTITY CRISIS? It is a fast reading and never dull whodunit.

Oh, I did not realise you had been reading Hockey's book, Linda. Saw you gave it 4 stars same as me. Good to see it was not just me that enjoyed it. :-)

I am currently reading a book WAY out of my usual genres. And oddly enough, I am right into it. Can't wait to see what happens now it is really getting interesting.


Monster Hunter International

It was your review that caught my eye to read TRITON. Thank you for the input.

You're welcome. :-)

I find I have to step out of my genres every now and again. Otherwise I star to get the feeling I have read it all before, and I lose my excitement over a new book.

Hi Deborah,
Yeah, sometimes you need to spice it up. Surprise yourself. It doesn't hurt does it to dabble in a genre that usually isn't appealing. The worst that can happen is you can't finish the book. :-)

A series I enjoy is a bit more recent-Philip Kerr's Bernie Gunther novels set in pre-war Berlin. Really good main character-he's a PI although he gets involved with the Nazi leadership.
Highly recommended!

I step out too, but I always leave the dance with the one that brung me. Has anyone read RIPTIDE by Michael Presscot? I get Pressman confused with Presscot. I am not finding Pressman's first name or his books. That is question number two. What is author Pressman's first name?

Hi. I'm re-reading The Janissary Tree by Jason Goodwin. It's set in Istanbul and it's good historical fiction, with a very good description of the town and the period. The author wrote also a very interesting non-fiction book about the period, The Lords of the Horizon.

Hi everyone,
Where possible could book links be included when mentioning a book or author that is new to the discussion?
Doesn't need to be a book cover if you don't want, but a book or author link would help others find the authors or books we're chatting about.
Thanks guys, :-) , much appreciate it.

For those who are new and/or don't know.....
Click on 'add book/author'
Opt for 'book' or 'author' and click on it
Write in book or authors name (has to be exact spelling or search won't work)
Click 'search'

When you find the book or author in the search results, click 'add'

If you want to add a book cover then when you click on 'add book/author' scroll down and click on 'cover' at the bottom of the seatch box that pops up.

Ahem...since I'm new and I don't know, where is this "add book/author" button I should click?
Sorry, think of yourself of a Jane Goodall trying to communicate with chimpanzee...Thank you!

Hmm.. now...channeling Jane Goodall....

When you write a post in the comment box, it is top right side of the comment box

At the top of the comment box you will see the words 'comment' on the left side...then over on the right is 'add book/author' and then 'some html is okay'.

And if you ever have any more questions about navigating Å·±¦ÓéÀÖ and Å·±¦ÓéÀÖ groups just ask. Someone here will be only too happy to help if I'm not around to do it. :-)

thank you! (yes, I see it!) *shame*

One may say that 'add book/author' sticks out like dogs testicles on a goldfish.....but you are not the only one to miss those testicles. It happens all the time. Don't feel ashamed. :-)

Well, I put the infamous Cookie-monster as image in my profile because I admit a bit of singlemindedness in my behaviour...so if I'm thinking of books AND writing it's perfectly possible that I don't see your goldfish with dog testicles in the corner, even if he's dancing a conga. :-)

Hahaha. :-) Now there's an image! A goldfish with dogs testicles doing the conga. Lol.