What book are you reading right now?

Richard Ford - Independence Day

The second in Ford’s Frank Bascombe trilogy (there’s a volume of shorter stories also). More nuanced than The Sportswriter, in this book the protagonist seems more awkward and less likeable than before. There’s still warmth and humanity, though. I’m not surprised this won a Pulitzer Prize. Highly recommended for lovers of great American fiction.

Second book by the outstanding Anthony Marra, highly recommended along his 'The Tsar of Love and Techno'.

Recenty also using my car time to listen audiobooks. Just finished Racheherbst and now started in Rachewinter both from Andreas Gruber.

Just started this and finding it hilarious.

steve

Sam Miserendino  -  "If You Give A Bear A Bong"  (2018)  An illustrated parody of children's books, for former children.

I've been waiting eagerly for this, the seventh book in the Shardlake series. I was alerted to these superb novels by my next-door neighbour, a professor of history, who was very impressed with the historical accuracy of the stories, as well as the high quality of the writing. All seven books have been of a similar standard, with exciting plots, great characters, and satisfying conclusions. Highly recommended!

tonym posted:

I've been waiting eagerly for this, the seventh book in the Shardlake series. I was alerted to these superb novels by my next-door neighbour, a professor of history, who was very impressed with the historical accuracy of the stories, as well as the high quality of the writing. All seven books have been of a similar standard, with exciting plots, great characters, and satisfying conclusions. Highly recommended!

I’ve just bought my copy today! Also a huge fan.

The advertising industry in its pomp (1950s to 1980s). An entertaining read:

nickpeacock posted:

tonym posted:

I've been waiting eagerly for this, the seventh book in the Shardlake series. I was alerted to these superb novels by my next-door neighbour, a professor of history, who was very impressed with the historical accuracy of the stories, as well as the high quality of the writing. All seven books have been of a similar standard, with exciting plots, great characters, and satisfying conclusions. Highly recommended!

I’ve just bought my copy today! Also a huge fan.

I read this book by C J Sansom not too long ago and thoroughly enjoyed it.  I have since bought Winter in Madrid, but have yet to start it.  I will need to give the Shardlake series a try.

I’m reading Behave by Robert Sapolsky. One of the most astonishing books I’ve ever read.

Scott Samuelson  -  "Seven Ways 0f Looking At Pointless Suffering"  (2018)

Just finished this one in another great series in crime of Andreas Gruber. This one I am not reading but listening...

And now just started with a new series ...

After hearing last week Max Hastings speak of his latest Vietnam war book.

Maybe not everyone's cup of tea, but they're of my generation, and they had a surprising impact upon the world of 'hip hop' music for a punk band. An interesting read and written in an unusual style.

The second book of Mr Rayner's hilarious lousy restaurant reviews. Not one to take himself seriously, the book begins with some scathing quotes about him - " ...a face like monkfish genitalia, and so ugly he makes you gasp"

Jeff Anderson posted:

Scott Samuelson  -  "Seven Ways 0f Looking At Pointless Suffering"  (2018)

Perhaps l am too thin (versus thick) in the head, but this is so circular in nature my head is spinning.  l had hoped to be enlightened but instead am going in circles (ie; Pointless Suffering).  So returning it unfinished so l may pick-up the below which is on hold for me (the danger of having multiple books on hold and not knowing when they will show up).

John Kerry  -  "Every Day ls Extra"  (2018)

tonym posted:

The second book of Mr Rayner's hilarious lousy restaurant reviews. Not one to take himself seriously, the book begins with some scathing quotes about him - " ...a face like monkfish genitalia, and so ugly he makes you gasp"

That's on my Xmas list Tony. Love Rayner's writing, he has that rare gift of making the reader laugh out loud, especially if he's eviscerating some pretentious and overpriced celeb haunt. He's about the best thing in the Grauaniad right now, and I always look forward to reading his reviews on a Sunday morning.

Reading the big book that comes with the stunning 50th anniversary set.  Intros by Giles Martin and, Paul, essays from John Harris and Andrew Wilson, plus extensive analysis by Fabs expert Kevin Howlett. Oh, and hundreds of wonderful photos. 

The Gambler: How Penniless Dropout Kirk Kerkorian Became the Greatest Deal Maker in Capitalist History

The Second World Wars: Victor Davis Hanson

How The First Global Conflict Was Fought and Won

   Irvine Welsh - Skagboys.                                         Irvine Welsh - The Blade Artist.                             Irvine Welsh - A Decent Ride.

   Catchin' up wi' Renton, Spud, Sick Boy an' Begbie wi'  these wans, thit Ah've somehoo missed.

   Jist a bit o' cheery pre- Christmas readin', ken.

Benjamin Hoff  -  "The Tao of Pooh"  (1983)