Books read - 2009!

A Listmania! list by Rhythmgirl (London, UK)
 
Saturday
1.  Saturday by Ian McEwan
The list author says:
  "McEwan's first-rate writing is impressive but the plot is quite average that I'm afraid it's not the type of book that would linger on in my mind for long."
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Oryx And Crake
2.  Oryx And Crake by Margaret Atwood
The list author says:
  "This is an enjoyable read.  But can't say much other than this."
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The White Tiger
3.  The White Tiger by Aravind Adiga
The list author says:
  "I like the satirical tone that uncovers the 'darkness' of modern India.  Brilliant in particular considering that it's a debut."
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The Secret Scripture
4.  The Secret Scripture by Sebastian Barry
The list author says:
  "A moving story that captures my attention right from the start."
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The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time
5.  The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time by Mark Haddon
The list author says:
  "Impressive, funny, moving, though in parts sad.  Completely lives up to the hype, not to be missed!"
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Remember Me?
6.  Remember Me? by Sophie Kinsella
The list author says:
  "Sophie Kinsella has become famous because of the shopaholic series, but I always like her other works much more, such as 'can you keep a secret', 'the undomestic goddess', and this one."
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The Magic Toyshop (Virago Modern Classics)
7.  The Magic Toyshop (Virago Modern Classics) by Angela Carter
The list author says:
  "My opinion: the ending completely spoils an otherwise well-written story about a young girl entering womanhood."
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The Color Purple
8.  The Color Purple by Alice Walker
The list author says:
  "A touching tale of how an abused and silenced Afo-American girl turns into a strong and independent articulate woman.  No wonder a classic."
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Anybody Out There?
9.  Anybody Out There? by Marian Keyes
The list author says:
  "This is my first Marian Keyes.  I did expect myself to laugh my head off but it is not that funny because it deals with grief and loss.  I still like it though."
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Sacred Country
10.  Sacred Country by Rose Tremain
The list author says:
  "I was tempted to give it up when I was around 100 pages into the book .  Lucky that I didn't.  It emerges to be a moving tale of people struggling to pursue their own happiness.  Good work."
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The Thirteenth Tale
11.  The Thirteenth Tale by Diane Setterfield
The list author says:
  "A real page-turner, though the twist isn't unexpected.  A good choice for leisure reading.  Despite some occasional awkward writings and boring scenes, I have enjoyed it."
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The Other Hand
12.  The Other Hand by Chris Cleave
The list author says:
  "It's OK-ish.  The beginning is good but the book starts to drag on in the middle.  I had expected more from it and I don't think it lives up to the hype."
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Rumour Has it
13.  Rumour Has it by Jill Mansell
The list author says:
  "The problem lies in the plot and characterisation.  The two main characters are unlikeable (my opinion).  I simply don't care what's going to happen to them.  Completely forgetful."
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Twenties Girl
14.  Twenties Girl by Sophie Kinsella
The list author says:
  "Of all chick-lit queens, she's still my favourite.  This is a hilarious while at the same time moving book.  At one point, you might shed a tear and the next moment, you're laughing your head off!"
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The Piano Teacher
15.  The Piano Teacher by Janice Y. K. Lee
The list author says:
  "A love story at the backdrop of World War 2 in Hong Kong, but it is neither successful as a haunting war story nor a moving love tale.  That leaves me unsatisfied.  I had expected more."
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A Short History of Tractors in Ukrainian
16.  A Short History of Tractors in Ukrainian by Marina Lewycka
The list author says:
  "It is a funny read, light in tone, with comic characters; but the subject matter is heavy deep down: the predicaments of immigrants, the plights of world war, the haunting memories ..."
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The Other Boleyn Girl
17.  The Other Boleyn Girl by Philippa Gregory
The list author says:
  "I don't always read historical fictions.  Obviously can't take everything as historical truth but it's an enjoyable and engaging read."
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Gilead
18.  Gilead by Marilynne Robinson
The list author says:
  "Don't know what to say about this book.  I skimmed through a lot of it because it is very slow and boring."
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Never Let Me Go
19.  Never Let Me Go by Kazuo Ishiguro
The list author says:
  "This is a very sad book about human clones.  The middle is a bit tedious but overall it's good.  I always love the way Ishiguro writes."
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Fingersmith
20.  Fingersmith by Sarah Waters
The list author says:
  "A book full of dramas and twists (though some not unexpected).  But I don't like the characters and don't really care what happened to them."
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The Other Side of the Story
21.  The Other Side of the Story by Marian Keyes
The list author says:
  "Perhaps this is the magic of Marian Keyes -- the plot isn't particularly special or 'big' but utlimately you're drawn to it!"
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Easy reading for adult with dyslexia.. 		0 1 Dec 2010
Anybody Out There forum
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