I like a gripping novel, full of twists and turns, plots and sub-plots. Nothing to heavy, like 'War & Peace', maybe something 'quirky' a little of the wall, and comical.
2006-10-22 12:39:02 · 26 answers · asked by Anonymous in Arts & Humanities ➔ Books & Authors
I've just finished a really great book, one of those "I couldn't put down" kind of novels.
It's called "Join Me" by Danny Wallace, I'll just give you a brief synopsis....
Danny goes to a funeral of his great uncle and whilst there finds about a cult or collective his great uncle once had. Danny sets out to see if he could get more members to join his collective - setting himself a target of getting 1000 'joiners'.
He puts adverts in newspapers and does radio and TV interviews - at first remaining very cryptic about the purpose of his collective and then finding an incredibly worthwhile purpose - that still exists and now there are thousands of joiners all doing good around the world each Friday.
It's all about living for the moment in this quirky, seemingly pointless yet addictive narrative. From an silly and pointless starting idea - it had grows into something of a social experiment.
Better not give away the ending, just in case you decide to read this book.
2006-10-22 12:45:58 · answer #1 · answered by Bont11 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Totally agree with Christopher Brookmyre being a great choice - One Fine Day In The Middle Of The Night is brilliant, but to be honest, they all are. Alternatively Colin Bateman who is like the Irish version of CB - try Empire State Building or Murphy's Law. Both these authors are very clever and manage to include humour in the complicated stories - brilliant. But the books I couldn't put down recently was the Philip Pullman Trilogoy - not normally my thing, but I got so engrossed in them, it was like an addiction. Gutted when I finished all 3 of them.....
Or for a very funny read Good Omens by Terry Pratchett and Neil Gaiman - just try not to read it in public coz its a bit embarrassing to be continuously laughing out loud to yourself. Its all about God's helper and the Devil's helper trading favours off between each other for all the disasters and miracles in the world - really amusing outlook on life.
2006-10-22 22:48:47 · answer #2 · answered by Klee 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Brave New World. This very interesting book has been made into a motion picture film , both on television and on the large screen . From the time I saw the film on television I have been fascinated with the entire story plot. Great story of an advance civilisation by Alduous Huxley.
2006-10-23 01:38:30 · answer #3 · answered by skeetejacquelinelightersnumber7 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First, do you like a male or female author? They generally write from different points of view. If you want a good, quirky female author try Janet Evonovich. She writes a series about a female bounty hunter who tries to do her job well, but always get into a mess. Her sidekicks are funny too. Lots of twists and turns immediately makes me think of James Patterson. Even some of his books that do not feature detective Alex Cross (his main character) are a little off the wall and interesting.
There are also different websites you can go to to find authors who meet certain criteria or who write like some of your favorites. Do an internet search for your favorite genre of authors and you should get some good ideas. Last, but certainly not least, go to your local library and ask someone to help you with your request. I am the manager of a public library and readers' advisory is one of the fun parts of our job! There are lots of good authors out there. Enjoy!
2006-10-22 19:47:26 · answer #4 · answered by Suzie 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
For quirky go with Kurt Vonnegut, Cats Cradle or Slaughterhouse 5 are very funny and profound.
For plot twists and sheer readability you could try Christopher Brookmyre, a very good and funny Scottish crime thriller writer.
2006-10-22 19:46:32 · answer #5 · answered by david b 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Nick Hornby's Long Way Down. Guaranteed fun and a few things to think of. From the first page it just grabbed me and did not let go to the last one.
..then I really felt bad that I had to put the book down. Could have read it for a few more weeks just to see what is happening with the characters. A really good choice.
2006-10-22 20:08:47 · answer #6 · answered by Shabba 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Wind-up Bird Chronicle or Kafka on the Shore both are by Haruki Murakami. Both novels are written in a deceptively simple style, but carries as many complex themes as you are prepared to discover. Kafka on the shore is a magical quest, definitely read it!
2006-10-22 21:05:35 · answer #7 · answered by forge close folks 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Captain Corellis Mandolin, brilliant!! Maybe not lots of twists but a fantastic read.
Also, East of Eden- it looks like a giant of a book but if you like tales of families then its great.
If you do want twist and subplots etc, maybe try a historical book- nothing more gripping or scandalous than real life history!
2006-10-22 19:55:37 · answer #8 · answered by spagbolfordinner 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I've just finished "Magic Kingdom For Sale, Sold" by Terry Brooks.....A fun light novel with plenty of twists and turns
2006-10-23 04:51:36 · answer #9 · answered by break 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Anything by Jonathan Kellerman or Dean Kootnz if you like a bit of a psycological read that isn't heavy but intriguing. Once I start I find them hard to put down!!
2006-10-22 19:43:09 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋