Mitgliedjulieinbrisbane

764 Bücher 3 Sammlungen 1 Rezensionen

Sammlungen: Alle Sammlungen (763), Deine Bibliothek (764), Favoriten (99)
Tags: Favourite (134), Brilliant (11), Moving (11), Well written (11), A good read (7), Fascinating (6), Enjoyable (6), Excellent (5), funny (5), Great fun (4), Hilarious (4), Good read (4), Well-researched (4), Charming (4), Delightful (4), A good yarn (4), Disturbing (3), Wonderful (3), Readable (3), Engaging story (3), Wonderful book (3), Fast-paced (3), A great read (3), Great story (3), Absorbing (3), Not a bad read (3), wonderful children's book (3), Well-crafted mystery (3), Ageless classic (3), Moving story (3), A bit dated (3), Interesting (3), engaging (3), Fun read (2), Riveting (2), Powerful writing (2), Quite a good read (2), Well-paced mystery (2), An engaging read (2), Amazing (2), Beautifully written (2), Very enjoyable. Well written (2), hugely entertaining (2), author keen to show off their excellent research (2), Unsettling (2), a bit didactic (2), Engrossing (2), Fascinating bit of history (2), An excellent mystery (2), Interesting structure (2), Excellent writing (2), Wonderful novel (2), Refreshing (2), Not my usual genre (2), Haunting (2), Intriguing (2), Family (2), A fun read (2), eccentric (2), endearing (2), Very enjoyable (2), Wonderful writing (2), Interesting history (2), great writing (2), Loved this book (2), Interesting read (2), Entertaining (2), Excellent read (2), Fabulous read (2), Atmospheric (2), Most enjoyable and enlightening (1), A moving biography of a creative and clever man (1), Should be compulsory reading in US before the election (1), I loved the friendship & banter between the 2 detectives (1), A bit mournful (1), Hilarious biography of a very funny woman (1), Creepy but somehow engaging tale of loneliness and its consequences (1), Readable but disturbing at times (1), A lesson in why NOT to let a narcissist take over your life (1), a great read. Favourite (1), Well-researched and argued (1), 2 great Maigret stories (1), Not a bad yarn (1), revisited in the 1980s. Enjoyable (1), Meticulous research and a great writing style - a very engrossing read (1), brisk and enjoyable (1), I love books about eccentric aristocracy of old - another species altogether (1), Some great laughs (1), A fresh and sympathetic look at a much-maligned woman (1), Satisfying mystery (1), Dave Barry is a gem (1), A reliable police procedural with a flawed but likeable detective (1), Tawdry tale of privilege & cover-up (1), Such an accomplished first novel (1), Fascinating biography of this narcissistic & apparently bi-polar entertainer (1), Very atmospheric & nostalgic look at 1960s Paris (1), but fascinating look at comedy on radio and tv in that era (1), Sad tale of a hopeless alcoholic (1), Delicious farce (1), How one woman coped with the turmoil of loss and grief (1), as is the BBC series based on this book. (1), Sad story of the troubled life of Keaton's brother (1), Chilling and articulate reminder of how little women are valued in our society (1), Fascinating proof that extreme wealth can be toxic (1), and a good mystery (1), A great and atmospheric read (1), Fascinating look at a narcissistic control freak (1), A great historical read (1), A wonderful writer (1), Excellent storytelling and an engrossing mystery (1), insight into the relationships between adolescent boys (1), brought me to tears and to laughter (1), Delightful and moving story (1), Riveting case of wrongful conviction (1), A literate sweep of history and a galloping good read (1), Stylish thriller about the French criminal underworld (1), A story we all know (Kennedy assassination) (1), but well told here (1), Excellent autobiography of this likeable legal dynamo (1), about an estranged mother and daughter (1), A treat if you like royal biographies. Wonderful photographs (1), Warm and wise and wonderfully-written essays & fragments (1), literary (1), A peculiar (1), but moving and well written (1), but an engaging story (1), sad story of homophobic murder (1), Well-written drama of intersecting lives within a family (1), So much of Trump's behaviour makes sense now (1), Last unfinished work of a great writer (1), A lively and enjoyable read (1), Great literary biography (1), Fascinating and more than a little scary (1), Fascinating and beautiful book. Obviously a labour of love (1), Loved it. Well constructed and atmospheric (1), Fun and refreshing (1), very perceptive about the art of the author (1), A novel I loved when I first read it in the 70s. A bit dated now (1), Mysterious and compelling (1), Great insight into a harrowing experience in Saudi Arabia (1), A quirky tale of a hapless hero with amnesia (1), Delightful memoir of a fascinating and unique life (1), Fabulous writer - I loved this book (1), hilarious and wonderful (1), Quirky domestic crime - good fun (1), Terrific history of the artwork and the historical period in Italy (1), A thoroughly enjoyable (1), slightly manic tale (1), A well written true crime (1), with insights into Judaism (1), Harrowing memoir about a terrible upbringing (1), an engaging story (1), Brilliant classic (1), history and psychological insights (1), Fascinating take on this iconic artifact (1), Not a great novel but an interesting look at the theatre world (1), A dense biography but very readable; a writer of squandered talent and petty narcissism (1), A cracking good crime/thriller (1), A slightly sinister scenario; a good read (1), New look at biblical history (1), Balanced view of the Melania phenomenon (1), Wonderful and engrossing (1), A gripping and well written memoir about a grave miscarriage of justice (1), Dated but an engaging read all the same (1), Enjoyable but tried a bit hard to be clever. The end somewhat dragged out. (1), Fabulous insight into a painting's chequered life (1), Where the literary (1), legal and medical world met up in Scotland (1), Very enjoyable read (1), Idiosyncratic mix of true crime (1), literate and very personal exploration of grief (1), but he grows on you. Wonderful novel (1), A bit patchy - a lot of detail distracted from an otherwise excellent story. An ok read. (1), The narrator is a repellent character at first glance (1), a page turner. Well written (1), funny and endearing story - typical John Irving. Enjoyable (1), easy read. Enjoyable coming-of-age story (1), Gripping story marred by repetitive writing style (1), Engrossing and moving story. Beautiful writing (1), Excellent historical writing (1), A wonderful peek into the heart and wit of this unique character (1), visceral story (1), Well written biography of a fascinating woman (1), typos a bit annoying (1), a little dated after 70 years (1), Good fun but showing its age (1), insight into culture of a mining town (1), but a good read (1), Brilliant read (1), and each other (1), an enjoyable read (1), donnish crime spoof (1), Classic English crime novel (1), over-constructed (1), intriguing plot (1), Too much information; interesting tale but better if trimmed a bit (1), Wonderful true story of cultural repatriation (1), Brilliant suspense novel (1), Well worked out mystery (1), Mixed bag (1), very evocative Melbourne setting (1), Quirky combination of the hilarious and the gruesome in a small fictitious town (1), Modern Jewish life in Liverpool & US (1), Insightful look at adolescence with the extra pressures of living in a religious (Mennonite) community (1), Very well-researched novel about Marie Antoinette - fascinating (1), Peculiar tale but well-written and atmospheric (1), A stunning novel (1), Cook writes very human and engaging characters. A good read (1), Ehrdrich reveals another fascinating layer of Native American life in this absorbing tale (1), Rich atmospheric historical novel (1), I now have to read everything by this author! A wonderful novel (1), I now want to see the film again (1), Brideshead (1), A great story (1), Quirky and charming (1), excellent translation (1), thriller (1), fabulous writing (1), autism (1), poignant (1), tongue-in-cheek (1), enlightening (1), feisty heroine (1), brilliant writing (1), fabulous short stories (1), nostalgic (1), timely (1), involving (1), Fabulous (1), inventive (1), surrogacy (1), scottish (1), challenging (1), heart-warming (1), Warmhearted (1), Vera Stanhope (1), Native American (1), very informative (1), an important book (1), Witty (1), wise (1), but now I want to watch all his old movies (1), A lot of charm (1), reminded me of Joanne Harris' "Chocolat" (1), Some excellent stories (1), Frothy (1), More bodice-ripping than I expected (1), Compelling reading (1), a well-crafted novel (1), Some tedious bits (eg Wednesday conversations) but still an enjoyable read (1), Wonderful story about life-long self-deception and memory (1), flawed people dealing with their past (1), their grief (1), A look at silliness and privilege in Anglo-Irish society early last century (1), Stunning first novel (1), includes some gems (1), some wacky ones (1), theatre and writing (1), A funny spoof on mystery writing (1), Ok but a bit didactic (1), not as good as Miss Garnet's Angel (1), Immensely readable (1), Great Irish stories (1), Absolutely riveting (1), Excellent characterisation (1), a fascinating search for identity (1), interesting for old movies he mentions (1), print version better than audiobook (1), A great look at the history of Montmartre and the life of a remarkable artist (1), Interesting memoir and great insights into Foetal Alcohol Syndrome (1), A riveting look at the world of fashion and a tumultuous family (1), Wonderful memoir - gut-wrenching but full of wry humour as well (1), great insight into the rare book trade (1), A charming (1), A good police procedural (1), A cross between a bodice-ripper and Edith Wharton (1), A ripper read (1), can't wait to read more & watch the TV series (1), makes me want to read Middlemarch again immediately (1), Reliably good yarn (1), A splendid book (1), a very different take on Sydney (1), with a great sense of place (1), Absorbing book (1), this gentle story has real charm (1), My first Ben Elton novel - loved it (1), insightful look at a flawed individual & how he was destroyed (1), Hapless but well-meaning hero (1), complex family scenario (1), A delight from start to finish (1), funny but grounded look at a Melbourne policeman doing his best when the world is against him (1), First in Martin Beck series. A bit dated now but not a bad read (1), not as enjoyable as Rosie (1), fairly repellent characters (1), this will be the guide for my next travel itinerary (1), poignant story (1), gothic (1), I now want to find out more about Richard III (1), Excellent page-turner (1), A light read but endearing (1)
Zu deiner Tag-Seite wechseln
Wolken: Tag-Wolke, Autoren-Wolke, Tag-Spiegel
Medium
Gruppen: Name that Book
Beigetreten: Dec 9, 2008

Bürgerlicher Name: Julie
Über meine Bibliothek: The prospect of listing all my books is way too daunting. I intend to list only those books that have really engaged me, and which I can confidently recommend as an enjoyable read. Many library customers have enthusiastically worked their way through some of my 'favourites' over the years! There are hundreds of books on my shelves at home which I haven't yet tried (the legacy of my addiction to op-shops and garage sales!) I only ever give a book 50 pages - if it hasn't really grabbed me by then, I give it away. Too many other good ones out there, to waste precious reading time on the mediocre. Secondhand bookshops are also Heaven on a plate for me.... if it weren't for love of my fantastic Aussie family (and of Brisbane) I'd relocate to Hay-on-Wye like a shot.
Über mich: Another babyboomer. I'm a retired librarian - for much of my extremely enjoyable career I worked in the public library sector. Now finally there's the time to read to my hearts content. My husband has taken photos of me with my nose in a book at numerous beauty spots around Europe and Asia - he didn't think people would believe him otherwise! I love looking at the libraries of other LibraryThing contributors where there is some overlap with my own choices - a great way of getting titles to try.
Ort: Brisbane, Australia