Thank you!!!

Stitchawl · 05-09-2009, 06:20 AM

Thank you all for recommending the 'Harry Bosch' series. I just the first book and am hooked!

Stitchawl

GraceKrispy · 05-10-2009, 03:19 AM

OOH! I love Harry Bosch! Michael Connelly is great. In fact, some of his collections are one of my few money purchases from the sony ebookstore!

Enjoy!

Stitchawl · 05-10-2009, 04:53 AM

I really enjoy good writers who produce series. When there is just one good book, I feel sort of bad as I get nearer to the ending. With a series, I know I'm going to have several really good books to read. I was fortunate to be able to read Clavel's Asian Trilogy in the proper order, and it made for two weeks of non-stop reading, each book better than the one before it! Then I read 'Shogun' and couldn't wait to move to Japan! (He's not here any more...)

Stitchawl

roger64 · 05-10-2009, 06:25 AM

I am very happy both of you are happy. I too would like to read these wonderful books. I had a look/search at the upload section and found nothing.

Who is the hero? who is the author? What's the title of the book(s)? Where to find them?

Thanks for your help.

This honorable site put "connoisseur" close to my name tag without my consent of course.

Stitchawl · 05-10-2009, 07:14 AM

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Originally Posted by roger64

I am very happy both of you are happy. I too would like to read these wonderful books. I had a look/search at the upload section and found nothing.

While there are 10,000+ books here in MobilRead forum, often we have to look elsewhere for our books. There are dozens of sites all over the net. That being said, there are some really great books here. Just not enough time to read them all.

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Who is the hero? who is the author? What's the title of the book(s)?

Of the Harry Bosch series, well, Harry is the hero and Michael Connolly is the author. Titles... there are 13 of them that I've found;
The Black Echo
The Black Ice
The Concrete Blonde
The Last Coyote
Trunk Music
Angel's Flight
A Darkness More Than Night
City of Bones
Lost Light
The Closers
Chasing the Dime
The Narrows

For Clavell's Asian Trilogy Series, James Clavell is the author, titles are, in order;
Taipan
King Rat
Noble House
Rather than one single hero, there are two families plus assorted other folk who are followed from the founding of Hong Kong island to present day Hong Kong. Mixed in are some main characters from "King Rat," which takes place during W.W.II in Changi prison camp in Singapore who play an interesting role in Noble House. Taipan is not a great book, but it's interesting. Enough to have made a movie out of it. King Rat is a very good book, and they made a movie (with George Segal as the King) of this one too. 'Noble House' was a fantastic book (and fair movie with Pierce Brosnan) that I can re-read as often as I wish. The plots, sub-plots, twists and turns are as amazing as the character studies. One of those real 'page turners!' Just thinking about it makes me want to re-read it!

But the true genius is "Shogun!" While not part of the Asian Trilogy, there is one character that shows up in "Noble House" with a name out of "Shogun's" story. I think "Shogun" rates as one of the very best pieces of historical fiction ever written, with accuracy that can be fully appreciated by someone living in Japan or knowledgeable of Japanese history, geography, legend, and culture.

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Where to find them?

Everywhere! Do a web search for the authors on the various e-book sites. They are easy to find.

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This honorable site put "connoisseur" close to my name tag without my consent of course.

After you read the above mentioned books, you will considered as such.

Stitchawl

zelda_pinwheel · 05-10-2009, 08:18 AM

roger64, all the books hosted at mobileread are in the public domain (out of copyright) or under a creative commons licence (free to distribute). Michael Connelly's books (as well as most contemporary writers) are still in copyright, so not free to distribute. but you can find them at ebook stores such as fictionwise.com, booksonboard, whsmith, etc. take a look in our wiki for more ebook stores and sources for free books (feedbooks.com is another excellent source for more free pd / cc books).

stichawl, thanks for the confirmation ! i've had my eye on this series for quite some time but if i recall the last time i checked the series was only available in ebooks starting with number 8 out of 12 (or something similar). i'll have to look again and see if i can find the first one now. i'm looking forward to discovering it for myself ! i love good mysteries.

MickeyC · 05-10-2009, 09:17 AM

The latest Harry Bosch is 'Brass Verdict' and it is, arguably, one of his best. Very intricate and well woven plot.

I started with 'The Concrete Blond' and have since read ever one. I once attended a book signing Connelly spoke at and was interested to hear how he got into the writing business. He's been intrigued by the mystery writers of the 30's and 40's and just had to have a go at it.

Also, if you like the Bosch series, you might try the John Sandford 'Prey' series. Ditto Robert Crais.

zelda_pinwheel · 05-10-2009, 09:18 AM

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Originally Posted by cassidym

The latest Harry Bosch is 'Brass Verdict' and it is, arguably, one of his best. Very intricate and well woven plot.

I started with 'The Concrete Blond' and have since read ever one. I once attended a book signing Connelly spoke at and was interested to hear how he got into the writing business. He's been intrigued by the mystery writers of the 30's and 40's and just had to have a go at it.

oh my, now i'm even more eager...

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Also, if you like the Bosch series, you might try the John Sandford 'Prey' series. Ditto Robert Crais.

thanks for more recommendations ! i'm going to add them to my list.

MickeyC · 05-10-2009, 09:56 AM

Meanwhile, I somehow missed the Stuart Woods books and am now cheerfully reading my way through that series.

Also, one of the better 'film noir' style detective novels I've read was 'Night Train' by Martin Amis. Untypical of Amis, his protagonist is a female cop in Chicago.

roger64 · 05-10-2009, 11:32 AM

Thanks to all for your illuminating and comprehensive replies. It was a misunderstanding of mine but, trust me, I am aware that it is possible to find books even out of MobileRead supply, and I've heard that some people are willing to give money to get some of them.
So, I'll buy one of them to try.

I've read "Shogun" (see above for references

) some years ago and enjoyed it too. The "honourable house", the European quarter burning, the civil war. I remember most of it.

zelda_pinwheel · 05-10-2009, 11:34 AM

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Originally Posted by cassidym

Meanwhile, I somehow missed the Stuart Woods books and am now cheerfully reading my way through that series.

Also, one of the better 'film noir' style detective novels I've read was 'Night Train' by Martin Amis. Untypical of Amis, his protagonist is a female cop in Chicago.

i've added those to my list too.

roger, glad to hear you're discovering all the various sources for ebooks ! there is a lot of great reading out there once you start digging ! enjoy it!

zelda_pinwheel · 05-10-2009, 11:40 AM

yay !!! i just checked fictionwise and it looks like the whole Harry Bosch series is now available !! in any case, the first ones are now for sure, which is great news ! i've put them on my wishlist (i really must make some progress on my backlog before i buy anything else), and i'll try them out soon !

dordale · 05-10-2009, 12:36 PM

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Originally Posted by cassidym

The latest Harry Bosch is 'Brass Verdict' and it is, arguably, one of his best. Very intricate and well woven plot.

Cassidym--I agree! I just finished The Brass Verdict and enjoyed it very much. I've read all of Michael Connelly's books and have enjoyed every one. He's got a new one coming out either later this month or next month--Scarecrow.

Also--another recommendation for anyone who likes Micheal Connelly, try John Lescroart and his Dismas Hardy series. Very enjoyable.

A great website for mystery series lovers is www.stopyourekillingme.com. It lists all the books in various series by tons of authors. When I find a new author I like, I go to that site and find out what order I should be reading books in.

dordale

zelda_pinwheel · 05-10-2009, 12:39 PM

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Originally Posted by dordale

Cassidym--I agree! I just finished The Brass Verdict and enjoyed it very much. I've read all of Michael Connelly's books and have enjoyed every one. He's got a new one coming out either later this month or next month--Scarecrow.

Also--another recommendation for anyone who likes Micheal Connelly, try John Lescroart and his Dismas Hardy series. Very enjoyable.

A great website for mystery series lovers is www.stopyourekillingme.com. It lists all the books in various series by tons of authors. When I find a new author I like, I go to that site and find out what order I should be reading books in.

dordale

*sigh* my to read list is already visible from space, and you just keep giving me more suggestions.

clearly i need to quit my job and lock myself up alone somewhere with only my liseuse !!!

thanks for the website too, by the way. i have been checking fantasticfiction.com for series orders but that is a good one too !

Fathermole · 05-12-2009, 03:23 AM

What a great set of books .Love Harry Bosh . Just can't wait for more from Michael Connelly

05-09-2009, 06:20 AM	#1
Stitchawl Opsimath Posts: 12,344 Karma: 187123287 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Chiang Mai, Northern Thailand Device: Sony PRS-650, iPhone 5, Kobo Glo, Sony PRS-350, iPad, Samsung Galaxy	Thank you!!! Thank you all for recommending the 'Harry Bosch' series. I just the first book and am hooked! Stitchawl

05-10-2009, 06:25 AM	#4
roger64 Wizard Posts: 2,624 Karma: 3120635 Join Date: Jan 2009 Device: Kindle PW3 (wifi)	I am very happy both of you are happy. I too would like to read these wonderful books. I had a look/search at the upload section and found nothing. Who is the hero? who is the author? What's the title of the book(s)? Where to find them? Thanks for your help. This honorable site put "connoisseur" close to my name tag without my consent of course. Last edited by roger64; 05-10-2009 at 06:27 AM.

05-10-2009, 03:19 AM	#2
GraceKrispy It's Dr. Penguin now! Posts: 3,909 Karma: 4705733 Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: (USA) Device: iPad mini, Samsung Note 3, Sony PRS-650 (rarely used now)	OOH! I love Harry Bosch! Michael Connelly is great. In fact, some of his collections are one of my few money purchases from the sony ebookstore! Enjoy!

05-10-2009, 04:53 AM	#3
Stitchawl Opsimath Posts: 12,344 Karma: 187123287 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Chiang Mai, Northern Thailand Device: Sony PRS-650, iPhone 5, Kobo Glo, Sony PRS-350, iPad, Samsung Galaxy	I really enjoy good writers who produce series. When there is just one good book, I feel sort of bad as I get nearer to the ending. With a series, I know I'm going to have several really good books to read. I was fortunate to be able to read Clavel's Asian Trilogy in the proper order, and it made for two weeks of non-stop reading, each book better than the one before it! Then I read 'Shogun' and couldn't wait to move to Japan! (He's not here any more...) Stitchawl

05-10-2009, 08:18 AM	#6
zelda_pinwheel zeldinha zippy zeldissima Posts: 27,827 Karma: 921169 Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Paris, France Device: eb1150 & is that a nook in her pocket, or she just happy to see you?	roger64, all the books hosted at mobileread are in the public domain (out of copyright) or under a creative commons licence (free to distribute). Michael Connelly's books (as well as most contemporary writers) are still in copyright, so not free to distribute. but you can find them at ebook stores such as fictionwise.com, booksonboard, whsmith, etc. take a look in our wiki for more ebook stores and sources for free books (feedbooks.com is another excellent source for more free pd / cc books). stichawl, thanks for the confirmation ! i've had my eye on this series for quite some time but if i recall the last time i checked the series was only available in ebooks starting with number 8 out of 12 (or something similar). i'll have to look again and see if i can find the first one now. i'm looking forward to discovering it for myself ! i love good mysteries.

05-10-2009, 09:17 AM	#7
MickeyC Grand Sorcerer Posts: 16,731 Karma: 12185114 Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Florida Device: iPhone 6 plus, Sony T1, iPad 3	The latest Harry Bosch is 'Brass Verdict' and it is, arguably, one of his best. Very intricate and well woven plot. I started with 'The Concrete Blond' and have since read ever one. I once attended a book signing Connelly spoke at and was interested to hear how he got into the writing business. He's been intrigued by the mystery writers of the 30's and 40's and just had to have a go at it. Also, if you like the Bosch series, you might try the John Sandford 'Prey' series. Ditto Robert Crais.

05-10-2009, 09:56 AM	#9
MickeyC Grand Sorcerer Posts: 16,731 Karma: 12185114 Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Florida Device: iPhone 6 plus, Sony T1, iPad 3	Meanwhile, I somehow missed the Stuart Woods books and am now cheerfully reading my way through that series. Also, one of the better 'film noir' style detective novels I've read was 'Night Train' by Martin Amis. Untypical of Amis, his protagonist is a female cop in Chicago.

05-10-2009, 11:32 AM	#10
roger64 Wizard Posts: 2,624 Karma: 3120635 Join Date: Jan 2009 Device: Kindle PW3 (wifi)	Thanks to all for your illuminating and comprehensive replies. It was a misunderstanding of mine but, trust me, I am aware that it is possible to find books even out of MobileRead supply, and I've heard that some people are willing to give money to get some of them. So, I'll buy one of them to try. I've read "Shogun" (see above for references ) some years ago and enjoyed it too. The "honourable house", the European quarter burning, the civil war. I remember most of it.

05-10-2009, 11:40 AM	#12
zelda_pinwheel zeldinha zippy zeldissima Posts: 27,827 Karma: 921169 Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Paris, France Device: eb1150 & is that a nook in her pocket, or she just happy to see you?	yay !!! i just checked fictionwise and it looks like the whole Harry Bosch series is now available !! in any case, the first ones are now for sure, which is great news ! i've put them on my wishlist (i really must make some progress on my backlog before i buy anything else), and i'll try them out soon !

05-12-2009, 03:23 AM	#15
Fathermole Connoisseur Posts: 64 Karma: 46 Join Date: May 2008 Location: Canada Eh! Device: PRS 505	What a great set of books .Love Harry Bosh . Just can't wait for more from Michael Connelly