Looking for some good light reading to take on holiday.You read anything recently that you thought was good? Not keen on "girly" books, maybe a thriller or something based on true story?(in paperback would be better)Thanks.
2007-03-01 20:00:05 · 16 answers · asked by smiler 4 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Books & Authors
For a holiday read I always dive into one of the good classics, it adds to the holiday. For example on vacation in Aruba about 10 yrs ago, I read A Farewell To Arms, Its my next read too, I love Hemingway. My vacation in Mexico I read Don Quixote, I guess its the dorkiness in me, but I love the classics!
2007-03-01 20:13:24 · answer #1 · answered by Gianna M 5 · 4⤊ 0⤋
The Author Daniell Steel. She puts out great books. They are based on real life stories. They come in paperback too. Once you get involved in them you cannot put them down. They are certainly not girly books. She is so interesting. Her books have been made into movies.
They are suspenseful, and you feel like you are living with the characters, and lives of the people.
You MUST TRY IT. You will be so grateful. I just can't explain the way I am so excited about this author. LOOK INTO IT. ASK YOUR FRIENDS OR FAMILY. I AM SURE THAT SOMEONE HAS HEARD OF HER.
SHE IS A GREAT STORYTELLER,THE WAY SHE PUTS THE PLOT TOGETHER, YOU NEVER KNOW HOW IT IS GOING TO END.
Happy reading, on your holiday.
2007-03-02 04:19:53 · answer #2 · answered by michelebaruch 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
How about a Tom Robbins book. He wrote in the 80's. Try: Another Roadside Attraction or
Even Cowgirls get the Blues
2007-03-02 04:05:23 · answer #3 · answered by sugarpacketchad 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
LOL.. sorry but I don't consider thrillers light reading. As for something to read, I really like the story of Helen Keller. She was very fascinating.
2007-03-02 04:04:52 · answer #4 · answered by Speedy 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Try Tess Gerrisen, Linda Fairstein, Harlan Coben. They all write good thrillers. In my opinion anyway. If you want something a little lighter try Sue Grafton's alphabet series.
2007-03-02 06:38:44 · answer #5 · answered by jemima 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Time Machine
H.G.Wells.
Its about time travel and the love of a girl that can hardly speak english.
Ive seen the movie i was told the book is better.
P.S. Im not mad on time travel and im not a nerd but this was the only book ive ever contemplated reading in about 6 years.
Well gl
2007-03-02 04:04:16 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I'm a big fan of the Hannibal Lecter series, since you mentioned thrillers. They're by Thomas Harris if you're interested.
2007-03-02 04:08:35 · answer #7 · answered by fiVe 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you like "light" thrillers, i've always enjoyed James Patterson or Dean Koontz. They are quick reads and perfect for the beach.
2007-03-02 04:09:48 · answer #8 · answered by atli00 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Try the Lions of Al-Rassan by Guy Gavriel Kay. It is a fictional story in a late medieaval Spain setting. Very human, very moving, very enjoyable.
2007-03-02 04:07:27 · answer #9 · answered by Sophron 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
King Fortis the Brave!
2007-03-02 07:26:13 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋