tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2755001368713174831.post1103064432796814475..comments2024-03-29T09:36:04.116-05:00Comments on kay's reading life: In which the mystery book group heads back in time and down South with Natchez Burning...Kayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13495669354860191042noreply@blogger.comBlogger30125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2755001368713174831.post-47172205142051780662015-04-12T05:18:19.620-05:002015-04-12T05:18:19.620-05:00Thanks. I'm planning on listening to it soon....Thanks. I'm planning on listening to it soon.Kayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13495669354860191042noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2755001368713174831.post-54918905326526122902015-04-11T23:07:47.035-05:002015-04-11T23:07:47.035-05:00I like Iles and have heard good things about this ...I like Iles and have heard good things about this one.<br />Enjoys Cuckoo's Calling - I really liked it.stacybuckeyehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16811500448951042300noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2755001368713174831.post-5664927499409396632015-04-11T12:36:34.931-05:002015-04-11T12:36:34.931-05:00Yes, I can see why your folks would be interested....Yes, I can see why your folks would be interested. I wasn't sure how many of my group would actually take the time to read this, but they are a pretty flexible and adventurous group. Plus I gave them plenty of lead time. I was thrilled that it was so well received. Iles is favorite author of mine and I always want others to like the same book that I do. :-)Kayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13495669354860191042noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2755001368713174831.post-37945769800068148202015-04-11T11:54:41.660-05:002015-04-11T11:54:41.660-05:00Very impressed that you had so many jump into such...Very impressed that you had so many jump into such a big novel! If my book club does a book that big, we have to split it into 2 months. My parents both loved this one and now, seeing that it has to do with Civil Rights, I understand why; my dad was teaching Current Events in a high school during the 1960's so that was a big part of their lives although we lived no where near the south. That and the fact that they both love Iles. They've passed it along to me and I hope to get to it soon. Especially because I have The Bone Tree coming soon for a review.Lisahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05554217416500328610noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2755001368713174831.post-24184709172225166112015-04-11T07:35:31.396-05:002015-04-11T07:35:31.396-05:00We do have a good time. And, yes, mini bundt cake...We do have a good time. And, yes, mini bundt cakes too. Yum!Kayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13495669354860191042noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2755001368713174831.post-20932103522702528222015-04-10T19:22:55.050-05:002015-04-10T19:22:55.050-05:00We always have a great time and great discussions....We always have a great time and great discussions. And good treats! Also mini bundt cakes. Delicious!Gayle https://www.blogger.com/profile/05324288437647224038noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2755001368713174831.post-43403494154002108052015-04-08T05:43:26.505-05:002015-04-08T05:43:26.505-05:00It is a long one, which is why I told my group tha...It is a long one, which is why I told my group that they didn't have to choose it if 800 pages was too long. Most chose it anyway, but they had the option.Kayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13495669354860191042noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2755001368713174831.post-53644666034214574612015-04-07T20:49:04.214-05:002015-04-07T20:49:04.214-05:00That cookie is so pretty! I love it when book disc...That cookie is so pretty! I love it when book discussions not just focus on the book but also allow us to get to know the members better. This book sounds great but I don't know if my book group would be up for an 800 page book. I'll have to mention it though!Ilianahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07026669671843769219noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2755001368713174831.post-40468213515708764332015-04-07T09:28:54.531-05:002015-04-07T09:28:54.531-05:00Well, this is definitely a big thick book. Hope y...Well, this is definitely a big thick book. Hope you enjoy it if you decide to take it on. Kayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13495669354860191042noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2755001368713174831.post-86076513872652235582015-04-06T21:46:02.819-05:002015-04-06T21:46:02.819-05:00I love hearing about your book club, Kay. Natchez ...I love hearing about your book club, Kay. Natchez Burning sounds like a good read, and I like big, thick books when they're well written and riveting. I'll have to add this to my list!Belle Wonghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12112894169429729531noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2755001368713174831.post-70939447863445513472015-04-06T21:01:21.807-05:002015-04-06T21:01:21.807-05:00Exactly - I took the picture and then ate it right...Exactly - I took the picture and then ate it right up. It was delicious. ;-)Kayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13495669354860191042noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2755001368713174831.post-78129431127122923782015-04-06T21:00:51.554-05:002015-04-06T21:00:51.554-05:00Yes, I know it's long. Maybe one day you'...Yes, I know it's long. Maybe one day you'll have the time. :-)Kayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13495669354860191042noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2755001368713174831.post-29625645017981527632015-04-06T21:00:17.999-05:002015-04-06T21:00:17.999-05:00I didn't want to eat it, but at least I took a...I didn't want to eat it, but at least I took a picture. It tasted really good too. LOLKayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13495669354860191042noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2755001368713174831.post-82166243326755042352015-04-06T20:28:04.894-05:002015-04-06T20:28:04.894-05:00I haven't read a Greg Isles book for years, I ...I haven't read a Greg Isles book for years, I did enjoy his work though. This sounds a lot more intense and boy what a doorstop. Putting it on my wishlist.<br />PS your book group sounds great and that cookie is lovely. I always take photos of beautiful desserts and treats, makes me feel less guilty for eating them lol Teddyreehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09553244883194436385noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2755001368713174831.post-75426569135165105412015-04-06T19:29:06.098-05:002015-04-06T19:29:06.098-05:00I've had this one on my shelf for awhile but h...I've had this one on my shelf for awhile but haven't gotten around to it yet (that sucker is HUGE). I've heard nothing but good things about it, so I need to get around to it sometime soon. Glad your book group liked it and that it sparked an interesting discussion. Susanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05344704891037668456noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2755001368713174831.post-76714721685274884212015-04-06T15:10:02.717-05:002015-04-06T15:10:02.717-05:00Right now I'm so buried in books that really l...Right now I'm so buried in books that really long books like that scare me off. I've heard good things about Natchez Burning I think the brutal acts would disturb me as well. Those cookies are amazing! I wouldn't have wanted to eat it it's so pretty.Katherine Phttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12126062556416434416noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2755001368713174831.post-39068173730892723792015-04-06T14:19:46.325-05:002015-04-06T14:19:46.325-05:00It was very interesting, Tessa. We not all the sa...It was very interesting, Tessa. We not all the same age, but a nice mix. <br /><br />It did taste good too!Kayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13495669354860191042noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2755001368713174831.post-21867794424309072782015-04-06T14:19:05.808-05:002015-04-06T14:19:05.808-05:00It is interesting how the race issue has played ou...It is interesting how the race issue has played out a little differently in different parts of the world. And still goes on today, unfortunately.<br /><br />Thanks about the cookie. I did eventually eat it. ;-)Kayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13495669354860191042noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2755001368713174831.post-62613130547216999052015-04-06T14:17:33.173-05:002015-04-06T14:17:33.173-05:00It is brutal, but the times were brutal - as are s...It is brutal, but the times were brutal - as are some situations today. You might try it, Jenclair, and then if it's too much - no worries. Kayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13495669354860191042noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2755001368713174831.post-18006320764302597952015-04-06T14:16:47.241-05:002015-04-06T14:16:47.241-05:00That is a good thing - the no expiring thing. And...That is a good thing - the no expiring thing. And the audio will be long. <br /><br />Yes, that's what I did. Took the picture. Then ate it with my lunch. :-)Kayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13495669354860191042noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2755001368713174831.post-68604257957682388032015-04-06T14:15:48.595-05:002015-04-06T14:15:48.595-05:00Thanks, Cath! They are fun.Thanks, Cath! They are fun.Kayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13495669354860191042noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2755001368713174831.post-82681067019271953162015-04-06T14:15:35.596-05:002015-04-06T14:15:35.596-05:00It is long. Maybe a summer read?It is long. Maybe a summer read?Kayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13495669354860191042noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2755001368713174831.post-69024611818794290822015-04-06T14:15:20.429-05:002015-04-06T14:15:20.429-05:00I'm looking forward to reading The Cuckoo'...I'm looking forward to reading The Cuckoo's Calling too. And if I like it, the next book is already available.<br /><br />Ditto on the cookie (but I did eat it eventually). Kayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13495669354860191042noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2755001368713174831.post-60110417109408135932015-04-06T09:02:11.909-05:002015-04-06T09:02:11.909-05:00Being able to share memories, of the time.... Th...Being able to share memories, of the time.... That is something, a lone reader, never gets to partake in. Your book group members are lucky. <br /><br />And oh, that cookie is a work of art! And it probably tasted as good, as it looks. At least, you have a posted picture of it. So its beauty will live forever, in your blog!!!!Tessa~ Here there be musinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13661988938395877761noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2755001368713174831.post-26048636891637117682015-04-06T08:14:18.460-05:002015-04-06T08:14:18.460-05:00The 800 pages would put me off a bit, but hearing ...The 800 pages would put me off a bit, but hearing that everyone either liked or loved it cancels that out. And as a Brit I've always been fascinated by the whole race question of that period - we had/have our own race problems, of course, but they're so very different. And the cookie is gorgeous! Way too nice to eat...Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com