27Aug
Alright, I’ve given in. I’m joining the challenge. Carl at Stainless Steel Droppings is hosting R.I.P IV. I’m going aim for Peril the First:
This involves reading four books from Sept 1 – Oct 31 from the following genres:
Mystery.
Suspense.
Thriller.
Dark Fantasy.
Gothic.
Horror.
Supernatural.
I’ve decided to read City of Glass by Cassandra Clare and Her Fearful Symmetry by Audrey Niffenegger. I know they fit the bill because a lot of other people have chosen them (and that’s all I have to go on…I’m not too familiar with these genres).
That’s all I’ve got so I need some help with the other two. Any suggestions?
Check out what everyone else has read at the review site.
August 27th, 2009 at 3:29 pm
Thanks for giving in, its great to have you in the challenge! Both of your choices are perfect for the challenge.
Other suggestions? I certainly bang the drum every chance I get for The Thirteenth Tale by Diane Setterfield. It is a novel rich with atmosphere and gothic moodiness. Books by Wilkie Collins seem to be a big draw with other readers this year. The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman is wonderful.
A great way to gather other ideas is to click on the links of the other people who have signed up to see what they have in their reading pools.
Again, I’m really happy that you’ve signed up.
August 27th, 2009 at 4:08 pm
well Carl took my suggestion which is the Thirteenth Tale!
August 27th, 2009 at 4:49 pm
Thanks for the suggestions!
Unfortunately, (well not really because it’s a great book!) I’ve read The Thirteenth Tale twice. I’ve also read The Graveyard Book (and it was good too). I like to read all new books for challenges, because to me, isn’t that the point?
I just read The Woman in White by Wilkie Collins and was considering The Moonstone (noticed it on a few people’s lists) so I’ll have to consider adding that one.
August 28th, 2009 at 7:03 am
Don’t worry. You will find enough books for this challenge. Just let the reviews come in.
Here is my RIP IV read list
August 28th, 2009 at 8:47 am
Two books I’ve heard nothing but great things about. Happy reading!
August 31st, 2009 at 11:55 pm
For this challenge, I’m making a list, but I don’t really plan on sticking to it. I’m going to just keep my eyes open to what other challengers are reading and see if any of them spark my interest.
September 2nd, 2009 at 5:03 pm
I am thinking of reading Her Fearful Symmetry for this challenge too. I just need to get my hands on a copy first!
September 11th, 2009 at 8:45 pm
How about Carol Goodman…have you ever read any of her books?
September 12th, 2009 at 8:14 am
softdrink,
No, I haven’t even heard of her. Do you have any title suggestions for a place to start?
Stephanie,
That’s my problem too. I might just have to wait for it to come out and buy it.
Jennifer,
I think I might end up doing that too!