Book Recommendation

[Brer Brett]

So, I wasn't sure where to start this thread, because most people probably don't read a whole lot in Disney World. However, for the first time ever, I may need to resort to a book for a few hours in WDW.

Upcoming trip 5/22-5/27, and its just my DW and myself, along with our D-Baby-to-Be?! Normally, my wife and I are on your feet, see and do everything type people. But since she is pregnant with our first, we've already decided that this Dis trip will likely be a lot less "intense!"

So, does anyone have any good books (preferably fiction) that you would recommend while I'm lounging at the pool with my wife or at the airport?

I'm up for just about anything, so long as its an entertaining read. I am a lawyer, so I don't get to read much fiction anymore.

Recommendations from Disers?? Thanks!

 

[jadedbeauty14304]

As you are obviously a Disney lover, I would have to recommend "Mirror Mirror" , "Wicked" or "Confessions of an Ugly Stepsister" by Gregory Maguire. They are different, adult takes on some classic fairy tales. "Mirror Mirror" is a spin on Snow White, "Wicked" (which is also a broadway play) is the story of the witches of Oz before Dorothy dropped in, and "Confessions of an Ugly Stepsister" is the story of Cinderella as seen and told by one of her ugly step-sisters. They are great fun!!

 

[Master Mason]

Personal Favorites

WEB Griffen, he has a few different series one is based on the army, one on the marines, one on the phildelphia police dept. He takes fictional people and places them in real world times, ie WWII, etc. Highly Recommend.

John Grisham Love all his books, most have some sort of legal spin to them, so that may or may not be of interest to you as a lawyer.

Clive Clussler Action adventure type stuff

 

[Brocktoon]

Depends on what your interest is. I really dig horror/sci-fi/adventure genre books. If you haven't read some of the modern classics, I'd reccomend:

Stephen King/Peter Straub - The Talisman

Clive Barker - The Great and Secret Show

Both of the above are not for the faint of heart though. Although it's a non-fiction book, one of my recent favs is:

JR Gott - Time Travel in Einstein's Universe

It's a great read that explains in plain terms the possibilities/limitations of time travel.

 

[nurse.darcy]

Depends on what your interest is. I really dig horror/sci-fi/adventure genre books. If you haven't read some of the modern classics, I'd reccomend:

Stephen King/Peter Straub - The Talisman

Clive Barker - The Great and Secret Show

Both of the above are not for the faint of heart though. Although it's a non-fiction book, one of my recent favs is:

JR Gott - Time Travel in Einstein's Universe

It's a great read that explains in plain terms the possibilities/limitations of time travel.

Ohhhh, I loved Time Travel in Einstein's Universe. . .that is a great read. . .really entertaining. . .

 

[ahoff]

I like Cussler's books also. I have read all the Clancy books, almost all the Baldacci books, the Deaver books, the DeMille books. One of my favorite summer pastimes is to go to the beach with a book and a cooler.

Don't forget Lord of the Rings and Harry Potter either.

 

[nurse.darcy]

I like Cussler's books also. I have read all the Clancy books, almost all the Baldacci books, the Deaver books, the DeMille books. One of my favorite summer pastimes is to go to the beach with a book and a cooler.

Don't forget Lord of the Rings and Harry Potter either.

Hey, Lord of the Rings and Harry Potter. . .my ALLTIME FAVES. . .truly. . .

 

[buena vista]

I like Cussler's books also. I have read all the Clancy books, almost all the Baldacci books, the Deaver books, the DeMille books. One of my favorite summer pastimes is to go to the beach with a book and a cooler.

Don't forget Lord of the Rings and Harry Potter either.

I've never read HP,..missed the bandwagon on that one, but they're on my list.. I do have to echo Augie on Nelson DeMlile though.. love his sense of humor and writing style! Fast and fun reading. In fact, I think I bought a DeMille book at DTD last year when I was there and enjoyed hours of poolside reading last April. His novels featuring John Corey are priceless.. what a character.

 

[ahoff]

Yes, the Corey character is a fun read. And the first novel with him was set not far from home, the north fork of Long Island. And the third was in the next town.

 

[CinRell]

The Golden Compass. Couldn't put it down.

 

[Glencora]

Has anyone read _The Eight_ by Katherine Neville? It's been passed around my family for years, and you can get it on Abebooks for a buck. It's got a bit of everything - adventure, mystery, history - and chess. Think DaVinci Code set in the French Revolution and the present day. With chess. A truly wonderful summer read.

 

[The 102nd Dalmation]

For something not too heavy, I suggest "King Solomon's Mines" by H. Rider Haggard.

 

[PrincessKsMom]

Anything by Harlan Coben, Lee Child (Jack Reacher novels), James Patterson (Alex Cross and Women's Murder Club). I also love Nelson Demille. If you really think you're going to have some time on your hands between flights and hotel and you haven't ready it already, try Stephen King's The Stand.

 

[Brer Brett]

Thanks for all the recommendations people! This will give me some sense of purpose the next time I go to Barnes & Noble, rather than just wandering aimlessly through the aisles (which can be fun in its own way, too at B & N).

I am curious about Maguire's books, because I saw Wicked and thought that was a really cool storyline. The Eight sounds interesting too. I've pretty much exhausted John Grisham, though he's great. Tried getting into HP books, but never could keep going (though I've seen all the movies!). LOTR is classic. I've never read any Nelson Demille, so I'm interested in taking a look at his stuff, too.

 

[Glencora]

with Nelson DeMille. I've read just about everything he's written. Just an FYI, though - many of his books are one-offs, but others are part of a series. Personally, I HATE starting a book only to realize I'm missing half the backstory because it's not the first in the series. If that doesn't bother you, just pick up any book of his that looks interesting. They're all good reads.

 

[Master Mason]

The DaVinci Code and other books by Dan Brown. Forgot about him.

 

[Mr Smee23]

If you are into sci-fi check out Eric Flint. His book 1632 is awesome. Genie out of the Bottle and Rats,Bats and Vats is really good too. Even if the name is odd.


W.E.B. Griffin is awesome. I have to agree on that Mason.

Try rereading Huck Finn, really enjoyed it again 30 plus years later.

 

[jadedbeauty14304]

Thanks for all the recommendations people! This will give me some sense of purpose the next time I go to Barnes & Noble, rather than just wandering aimlessly through the aisles (which can be fun in its own way, too at B & N).

I am curious about Maguire's books, because I saw Wicked and thought that was a really cool storyline. The Eight sounds interesting too. I've pretty much exhausted John Grisham, though he's great. Tried getting into HP books, but never could keep going (though I've seen all the movies!). LOTR is classic. I've never read any Nelson Demille, so I'm interested in taking a look at his stuff, too.

Check out Maguires books, he has a way of taking you out of your time, and into another. Remember though, he also writes childrens fairy tales, and those are not quite such a good read, (unless you are into that). LOL
"Wicked" and it's sequel, "Son of A Witch" are the best in my opinion, and very very far from being childrens books.

 

[mommylibrarian]

This may be too late, but...

The Maguire books can be a bit heady and loooooong for a DIS trip. You said you didn't like Harry Potter, but you may like Terry Pratchett... very funny stuff. Try Guards! Guards! and maybe Mort or Eric. If you want a twist on fairy tales in particular, try Witches Abroad.

If you want, you can PM me and I'm happy to provide more recommendations. Then I can say that I'm doing WORK when I visit the Disboards during my work day. *cough*

I can do my best work if you send me about five titles you've read before and liked or loved. Even better if you tell me why. (This is open to anyone until I cry "uncle."

Signed, Your friendly neighborhood reader's advisory librarian! (Elizabeth)

 

[jamstew]

Personal Favorites

WEB Griffen, he has a few different series one is based on the army, one on the marines, one on the phildelphia police dept. He takes fictional people and places them in real world times, ie WWII, etc. Highly Recommend.

John Grisham Love all his books, most have some sort of legal spin to them, so that may or may not be of interest to you as a lawyer.

Clive Clussler Action adventure type stuff

Oh, I love WEB Griffin's police series, and Clive Cussler (especially his older stuff).