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Posted by Racer on January 16, 2006, at 12:59:43
I just started "Cold Flat Junction," and also have "Foul Matter" waiting in the wings. I do prefer the Richard Jury books, probably because I'd be hard pressed to decide between him and Melrose Plant as a good second choice to my own husband, but have rather enjoyed her other books, too.
I've noticed, though, that the Richard Jury books are getting more and more grim as they go on. The earlier books are so funny, but now they're getting more and more depressing -- and so many characters that we really care about die now. Has anyone else who's familiar with her work noticed this?
Anyway, anyone else out there enjoy her books? What have you read lately?
Posted by James K on January 20, 2006, at 16:52:06
In reply to Martha Grimes?, posted by Racer on January 16, 2006, at 12:59:43
I hate seeing this thread just hanging. I haven't read Grimes in so long I can't remember. Is she like Ngaio Marsh sp?
For British crime I like John Harvey. Realistic police procedurals with a touch of serial killer sensationalisim.
For female author crime, I think Laurie King is the best. I'd start with the Beekeeper's Apprentice or Folly.
I need to read so bad. Which Grimes would you say read first?
James K
Posted by Racer on January 20, 2006, at 20:15:12
In reply to Re: Martha Grimes? » Racer, posted by James K on January 20, 2006, at 16:52:06
Just to enjoy meeting everyone again. The first, I think, is "The Man With A Load Of Mischief." I like her earlier books better, much more frivolous. Now she seems so ... depressed...
Thanks for checking in.
Posted by ClearSkies on January 21, 2006, at 20:51:04
In reply to Martha Grimes?, posted by Racer on January 16, 2006, at 12:59:43
I haven't read any of her books yet.
I am in the middle of "Macon - Black and White", purchased after my recent road trip, and "The Penelopiad" by Margaret Atwood.
Also working my way through "Loving What Is" but it is the kind of book that you want to hurl against a wall during the difficult bits.ClearSkies, grateful to be able to read again.
Posted by NikkiT2 on January 22, 2006, at 6:16:25
In reply to Re: Martha Grimes? » Racer, posted by ClearSkies on January 21, 2006, at 20:51:04
What you thinking about "The Penelopiad" by Atwood?
Its the second book in the myths series that I have started collecting (I got a box set of the first three books, signed by the authors.. post about it on here somewhere).
I, well.. I think its terribly written *L* It reminds me of a high school project I'd have written at 16. I'm about 3/4 of the way through, and while the story is wonderful, and makes me want to go read more about this particular myth, I really really do not like the style of writing.
Nothing original about it, infact I would go as far calling it cliched!!
Nikki
Posted by ClearSkies on January 22, 2006, at 21:46:32
In reply to Re: Martha Grimes? » ClearSkies, posted by NikkiT2 on January 22, 2006, at 6:16:25
That writing style IS her writing style. I've been her stuff for about 30 years, and I guess I find comfort in her familiar style, no matter the subject matter or genre. I find that she can take the most esoteric of subjects and bring them right into our present experience.
It also piqued my curiosity for learning more about Greek Myths, but I'm not sure where to start on those. I, um, like the books with pictures in 'em. So I can say, "oh, yea, I know who THAT one is!!
ClearSkies
Posted by NikkiT2 on January 23, 2006, at 0:47:23
In reply to Margaret Atwood » NikkiT2, posted by ClearSkies on January 22, 2006, at 21:46:32
I was discussing it with J last night..
And I think one of the problem was she *didn't* bring it up to the modern age enough for me. The whole story stayed where it was, but she used modern morals and use of language.
The whole "looking up from the dead world.." thing just felt sooo cliched (and I remember writing a story like that at 16 and my English teacher marking me down for being cliched *l*)I've only read one other Atwood book, and I didn't enjoy that either, so I guess I simply don't like her writing style.. But I have to say, I had such high hopes for "The Penelopiad" that I do feel rather cheated!!
I'm starting the next in the series today - "Weight, by Jeanette Winters", which is the myth around Atlas and Hercules (Or Heracles, but apparently they're the same chap!) Will let you know what i think!
Nikki x
Posted by alexandra_k on January 27, 2006, at 21:24:32
In reply to Re: Margaret Atwood » ClearSkies, posted by NikkiT2 on January 23, 2006, at 0:47:23
I find here a bit cliche'd too (sp???wtf???)
but I did enjoy these two a great deal:
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