Harold's Second Thread for 2024
Discussions75 Books Challenge for 2024
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Book # 51
The Eyes & The Impossible by Dave Eggers
This is the most recent Newbery winner and it is a magical, wonderful tale of friendship and nature. Kind of a mythical fantasy about a dog and his animal friends who live in a park and their adventures. It's hard to describe, but I loved it for it's magic. Beautifully illustrated with old master paintings into which Shawn Harris has inserted the dog character, it is truly a treat!
The Eyes & The Impossible by Dave Eggers
This is the most recent Newbery winner and it is a magical, wonderful tale of friendship and nature. Kind of a mythical fantasy about a dog and his animal friends who live in a park and their adventures. It's hard to describe, but I loved it for it's magic. Beautifully illustrated with old master paintings into which Shawn Harris has inserted the dog character, it is truly a treat!
4PaulCranswick
Happy new thread, dear fellow.
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>4 PaulCranswick: Thank you!!
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>5 drneutron: Thank you!!
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Book # 53
The Restoration Faith by Evan A. Fry
An overview of what the Restoration Church (Conservative RLDS church) believes. Wonderful read, written by a man and taken from a series of radio sermons he delivered in the 1950's. Reread.
The Restoration Faith by Evan A. Fry
An overview of what the Restoration Church (Conservative RLDS church) believes. Wonderful read, written by a man and taken from a series of radio sermons he delivered in the 1950's. Reread.
10PaulCranswick
Wishing you a wonderful weekend, Harold.
11FAMeulstee
Happy new thread, Harold!
12elorin
Happy New Thread! Every time I see your posts I am reminded of my late grandfather who shared your name. And I want to ask if you have a purple crayon. LOL. Happy reading!
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>10 PaulCranswick: Thank you. It was nice but went by way too fast.
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>11 FAMeulstee: Thank you Anita!!
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>12 elorin: Thank you. I was named after my Dad, so I am a jr. I grew up being called Hal, and I never cared for the name Harold much, but now that I'm older and my Dad has passed on I appreciate it a lot more. It's rather old fashioned and I like old fashioned names.
I loved Harold and The Purple Crayon, one of my first favorite books that started me on this journey of reading!!
I loved Harold and The Purple Crayon, one of my first favorite books that started me on this journey of reading!!
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>15 hredwards: My grandfather went by Hal for most of my life, too. I loved Harold and his purple crayon as a kid and then again reading them to my daughter. There's more than just the one adventure now, too!
Happy reading!
Happy reading!
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Book # 55
The Burns Series: Book One: Fifty Degrees South by M.M. Holt
Was intrigued when I saw an ad for this book on FB, then Paul's War Room challenge came along and this is set during the Napoleonic wars so perfect match for May.
A British ship is sailing towards the Southern end of the world chasing a French vessel that carries a strongbox with something of interest to the Admirality. No one knows what it is. Days behind their quarry, they suddenly are surrounded by beams of blue light coming from some strange clouds. Aliens and napoleon era warships? Interesting combination.
This was the audio book and the person reading did a wonderful job with the accents and voices. It was also a quick read.
Enjoyed and kept my interest although felt a bit let down by the ending. First in a series although the next books seem set in a far distant future, not sure I'll try them.
The Burns Series: Book One: Fifty Degrees South by M.M. Holt
Was intrigued when I saw an ad for this book on FB, then Paul's War Room challenge came along and this is set during the Napoleonic wars so perfect match for May.
A British ship is sailing towards the Southern end of the world chasing a French vessel that carries a strongbox with something of interest to the Admirality. No one knows what it is. Days behind their quarry, they suddenly are surrounded by beams of blue light coming from some strange clouds. Aliens and napoleon era warships? Interesting combination.
This was the audio book and the person reading did a wonderful job with the accents and voices. It was also a quick read.
Enjoyed and kept my interest although felt a bit let down by the ending. First in a series although the next books seem set in a far distant future, not sure I'll try them.
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>16 elorin: Awesome! Never knew another Hal.
Happy reading!!
Happy reading!!
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Book # 57
The Desk From Hoboken: A Genealogy Mystery by M. L. Condike
Won from Early Reviewers.
My favorite things all wrapped up in a book, history, mystery, genealogy. This was a very good read. I had a hard time putting this one down.
If I had any complaints, it would be that the book was a little bloated, could have used some editing lengthwise and also that it could have used a family tree chart to help in keeping the players straight, especially the historical characters, they kind of ran together, But all told I would read more if this becomes a series. Enjoyed.
The Desk From Hoboken: A Genealogy Mystery by M. L. Condike
Won from Early Reviewers.
My favorite things all wrapped up in a book, history, mystery, genealogy. This was a very good read. I had a hard time putting this one down.
If I had any complaints, it would be that the book was a little bloated, could have used some editing lengthwise and also that it could have used a family tree chart to help in keeping the players straight, especially the historical characters, they kind of ran together, But all told I would read more if this becomes a series. Enjoyed.
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>20 drneutron: Actually these are the podcasts, it takes me so long to listen to them, that I treat them like audiobooks.
That may get me banned from the group.
That may get me banned from the group.
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>24 drneutron: I enjoy them, I know some aren't very long but I listen to some podcasts that are longer. I either listen to podcasts or audio books when I'm driving so I thought why not count them as audiobooks?
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Book # 59
Moon Over Manifest by Clare Vanderpool
Newbery Winner. This book. What can I say. This book is magical.
Once in a while I hit on a book that reminds me of why I love reading. This book is wonderful. In my humble opinion this ranks with To Kill A Mockingbird and Dandelion Wine as one of those rare books that evoke childhood in summer and the magic of life. I loved it. I checked this out from the library but I am going to buy a copy as soon as I can. Do yourself a favor and read Moon Over Manifest. Spanning from World War I to the brink of WWII you will love the townsfolk of Manifest Kansas and want to visit there.
Moon Over Manifest by Clare Vanderpool
Newbery Winner. This book. What can I say. This book is magical.
Once in a while I hit on a book that reminds me of why I love reading. This book is wonderful. In my humble opinion this ranks with To Kill A Mockingbird and Dandelion Wine as one of those rare books that evoke childhood in summer and the magic of life. I loved it. I checked this out from the library but I am going to buy a copy as soon as I can. Do yourself a favor and read Moon Over Manifest. Spanning from World War I to the brink of WWII you will love the townsfolk of Manifest Kansas and want to visit there.
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Book # 61
The Door In The Wall by Marguerite de Angeli
Another Newbery winner. Fun little short read set in medieval times. Interesting quick read.
The Door In The Wall by Marguerite de Angeli
Another Newbery winner. Fun little short read set in medieval times. Interesting quick read.
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Book # 62
Restored Gospel Podcast: What Does The Book Of Mormon Teach: Enticement, Entrapment, Freedom To Choose Part 1 by Michael Barrett
Restored Gospel Podcast: What Does The Book Of Mormon Teach: Enticement, Entrapment, Freedom To Choose Part 1 by Michael Barrett
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Book # 63
To Live Again by Catherine Marshall
The widow of Peter Marshall a minister in Washington D. C. and Chaplain of the Senate recounts her life after the moment her husband dies of a heart attack and how she learned to live in the aftermath. Very good book. I read this years ago and just reread. Wonderful treatise on dealing with grief.
To Live Again by Catherine Marshall
The widow of Peter Marshall a minister in Washington D. C. and Chaplain of the Senate recounts her life after the moment her husband dies of a heart attack and how she learned to live in the aftermath. Very good book. I read this years ago and just reread. Wonderful treatise on dealing with grief.
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Book # 64
Sasquatch Chronicles: Bigfoot Hunt Gone Wrong & A Hunters Encounter by Various Artists
Sasquatch Chronicles: Bigfoot Hunt Gone Wrong & A Hunters Encounter by Various Artists
33m.belljackson
>32 hredwards: Hi Harold - thank you for recommendations and, if you place a bracket at the beginning and end of each title,
readers can just click to go direct to it.
readers can just click to go direct to it.
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Book # 65
A Phil & Lil Book: Just Try It! by Phil & Lily Rosenthal
They say write what you know and Phil Rosenthal certainly knows food. This is a beautiful children's book, fun to read!!
A Phil & Lil Book: Just Try It! by Phil & Lily Rosenthal
They say write what you know and Phil Rosenthal certainly knows food. This is a beautiful children's book, fun to read!!
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Book # 67
A Visit To William Blake's Inn: Poems For Innocent and Experienced Travelers by Nancy Willard
A whimsical book, tribute to William Blake, and fun read. Newbery winner.
A Visit To William Blake's Inn: Poems For Innocent and Experienced Travelers by Nancy Willard
A whimsical book, tribute to William Blake, and fun read. Newbery winner.
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Book # 68
A People’s History Of Kansas City: How Kansas City Blazed A Path For Gay Liberation by Various Artists
A People’s History Of Kansas City: How Kansas City Blazed A Path For Gay Liberation by Various Artists
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Book # 69
...And Now Miguel by Joseph Krumgold
Another Newbery winner. Nice story of a family of sheep ranchers in New Mexico and a boy on the edge of becoming a man who longs to do a man's work among his elders with the sheep. Interesting, well written and quick read.
...And Now Miguel by Joseph Krumgold
Another Newbery winner. Nice story of a family of sheep ranchers in New Mexico and a boy on the edge of becoming a man who longs to do a man's work among his elders with the sheep. Interesting, well written and quick read.
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Book # 70
Kansas City: Actors, Theatre: Kansas City Actors Radio Theatre: Kansas City: 1924-A Warm Wind by Various Artists
Kansas City: Actors, Theatre: Kansas City Actors Radio Theatre: Kansas City: 1924-A Warm Wind by Various Artists
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Book # 71
The Talented Mr. Ripley by Patricia Highsmith
Been wanting to read this for a while. The Netflix program finally sent me to it as I've wanted to watch it and the movie, but wanted to read the book first.
Not sure I would enjoy it from what little I'd read about the story and it's author. But Tom Ripley is an interesting character, and as he plays cat and mouse with those around him, it was interesting to see how he slips through life, literally getting away with murder.
The Talented Mr. Ripley by Patricia Highsmith
Been wanting to read this for a while. The Netflix program finally sent me to it as I've wanted to watch it and the movie, but wanted to read the book first.
Not sure I would enjoy it from what little I'd read about the story and it's author. But Tom Ripley is an interesting character, and as he plays cat and mouse with those around him, it was interesting to see how he slips through life, literally getting away with murder.
