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I picked up a Novel by Aussie Author James Bradley.

The Resurrectionist, by James Bradley, Faber and Faber.

ISBN 978-0-571-23276-5

I was not sure about this book, as anything relating to the Resurrectionists (Body Snatchers) of the 1800, tends to be sensationalist, and myth ridden. However was curious as to a non natives take on the trade and repercussions to those involved.

Set in the Georgian era 1826, at a time when The Anatomists (Doctors) were in need of the Dead to persue their studies, we meet Gabriel. Sent to be apprentice to one of the countries greats. We learn of his experiences, his outrage, and ultimately his fall from grace.

The book brings us a very acurate portrayal of Georgian London, the characters are in tune with the time, and mentality of the era. Gabriel experiences, love, fear, horror,betrayal,addiction and death.

I cannot say I liked Gabriel as a character in the begining, but I had sympathy at his nievity, and youth. However by the end, I found my heart was breaking for him, as we see that, no matter ones good intentions, ones past actions can never truely be buried. It is a Fictional Gothic Thriller, and one could really believe that it was written during the Gothic era, by a Gothic Author, nay though, but in 2006 by a young Aussie.

Oh and as alway's, in a good Gothic Novel, A twist in the tale.

Luv Winnie.xx

Hi all, I am a prolific reader, and love books, actually I am addicted to books. I some how though, forgot about this corner, how remiss  .

I have been looking at translated fiction recently and have been overjoyed to find some really good thrillers etc, that have been translated for the English market. I thought I would share one or two and try and spread the word.

Though I read it a few months back I can definitely recomend:

The Shadow of The Wind, by Carlos Ruiz Saffron, Orion Books,

ISBN 978-0-7538-2025-4.

Set in Barcelona, with vivid detail giving one the sense of both past,presant and future. A young boy is taken by his father to a hidden book repository, of forgotten books. This turns out to be a laberynth. His father encourages him to pick but  one book, from this amazing library. Daniel picks The Shadow of the Wind by Julian Carax. As Daniel grows, he meets a varied band of characters who seem intent on relieving him of this prized possession. This in turn encourages Daniel to find out why the book is so highly sought after. Who was Julian Carax?What were the circumstances surrounding his death?

As the novel progressess we are made privy to the text within Daniels book, this in turn allows us to feel the sense of danger that approaches and is waiting to engulf Daniel if he does not succeed in finding the answers, which at every turn seem elusive and deadly.

A real edge of you seat thriller, which keeps one sitting thinking, just one more page, before bed. Oh and the twist in the tale? Well you have to read it to find out, it is a stunner.

Luv Winnie.xxxx

 

Not a traditional horror story from Mr King, but more a psychological thriller.  More for the ladies than the men, it is a tour of a woman's world after her husband, a famous writer, passes away.

It is full of flash back writing and really intense.  Greatly descriptive and of a slower pace than most of his stories, but very easy to read.

This book will take you to other worlds, worlds of the mentally fragile. And I do mean other worlds where the people can escape and heal before coming back to reality.

You can also see Mr King's experiences with the world of writing coming to life in this story, and it also appears that some of his own personal opinions on American politics have made it in too.  Subtly of course, but if you think about what you are reading, they are hiding amongst the lines.

Definitely a book of women's power and strength and certainly much tamer than earlier works.  I rate it a 4/5.

Taken from back of book:  Every marriage has two hearts, one light and one dark.

Lisey knew it when she first fell for Scott.  And now he's dead, she knows if for sure.

Lisey was the light to Scott Landon's dark for twenty-five years.  As his wife, only she saw the truth behind the public face of the famous author - that he was a haunted man whose bestselling novels were based on a terrifying reality.

Now Scott was gone, Lisey want to lock herself away with her memories.  But the fans have other ideas.  And when the sinister threats begin, Lisey realises that, just as Scott depended on her strength - her light -  to live, so she will have to draw on his darkness to survive.

The copy I have is published by Hodder & Stoughton.  Copyright 2006 by Stephen King.

Hey, just wondering if any of you have read The Red Tent by Anita Diamant. It's a very moving story about mothers and daughters, and the cycles of women. Very moving. Anyone else read it? I'm keen to discuss it - so if you haven't read it go and get it! Very emotional.

Libby

A Memoir. If you ever wondered how that great mind ticked. Plus it teaches heaps on how to write. Great for a site like this if you ever want to know how to make your work more readable! And there is quite a lot about his life growing up. I couldn't put it down as it was so easy to read ( see what I mean) I actually haven't read any of his books. I am a big woos when it comes to horror! Even his movies, I can't sit through a whole horror film. Anyway, I highly recommend!

my sons best friends dad is a writer and i just had to tell u about his books. they are great.

His name is Paul Kidd you can buy his books off amazon.com.

he does short films and comics too.

i Read a book by an aussie author called white tiger this is a great book but unfortunately it is only available in australia but may be released overseas shortly if u see it i suggest u pick it up and read it.

I received this book anonymously in the mail... As strange as that sounds I don't know where it came from...

I only just picked it up to have a look at about two weeks ago... I have taken a few tips from it and I have to say it is rather amazing..

I love it...

 

I am reading the new maeve binchy book & I think I've out grown her..... either that or in the years in which I didn't read her and now she has really changed her style and now sucks.  I loved her in my early 20's, I don't suppose I should be so surprised that my tastes have changed  by my (ich!) mid 30's but I am.  has anyone else experienced an awaking like this?????

anyone else read the series that starts with river god,seventh scroll,worlock and the new one quest they are brillent by wilbur smith i love dthem i have even read them a couple of times

stace