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Read a few since my last post.
The Club of Queer Trades by G. K. Chesterton. I really liked the writing, but didn't really enjoy the stories as much as I thought it was. This was a selection for the Literary Book Club and I think I liked some of the commentary from the members more than the book itself. But I still enjoyed reading it.
The Memory Tree by John R Little. Nasty little piece of work. I didn't feel quite the shock factor I was expecting, but it did get darker and grubbier as it progressed, leaving a bad taste in my mouth by the end - but a good bad taste if that makes any sense.
Tales of the City (#1) by Armistead Maupin. Fell in love with the mini-series way back when and had been meaning to read the books for a long time. Finally, I've started the journey. The mini-series obviously tried to stay very faithful to the text so it was a case of reliving the experience through print.
Golden Feathers Falling by Marcin Wrona. This is the third book I've read from this Canadian indie and the enjoyment has continued. His Middle Eastern style fantasy setting continues to impress me as a backdrop for his dark adventures, full of intrigue and magic. I'll definitely continue on to the next book.
The Grapes of Wrath by John Steinback. I've never kept an official 'books I must read before I die' list, but I have mentally placed this book in such a position, so it was with a sense of quiet expectation that I started reading it this week. What a fantastic book! I was so absorbed in the unfinished story of the Joad family. I don't know if this book is for everyone, but it was a perfect book for me.
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