Emily’s Comments (group member since Jan 15, 2008)

Emily’s comments from the Plague Books group.

Loved “Station Eleven” as well. Someone back in this list mentioned an Alison Weir book (that I will read). I just read another one of hers that touched on the sweating sicknesses. Speculation of what it was (hanta virus) but not confirmed.) Will keep checking back here. Hi everyone!

Ooo, that An American Plague looks great. I'm stalling on an Updike book. This might be just what I need...

Hi Green. How did you like it? I recall being slightly bugged the end of the story but otherwise really really liking it.

I need to get that Typhoid Mary book soon.

Terri, how funny -- I think "The Stand" might have been the book that got me into plagues, and the "Hot Zone" was the one I read next. Thanks for the other suggestions -- that Typhoid Mary one sounds great.

P.S. I just saw a commercial for a new "Andromeda Strain" miniseries on TV. I can't imagine it will be good, but I may have to check it out...

Interesting question, Amy. For me, yes, and both to some extent. Future dystopia, plague and non-plague, gives me a thrill. Historical fiction, when it's done well I can enjoy too. The "Patron Saint of Plagues" wasn't necessarily the best of books, but I enjoyed the near-future world it painted and how it handled technology. For historical, I did like "Year of Wonders" though had a few issues with it (looking forward to discussing after you read). "Last Town on Earth" was less gripping and more flawed. Still worth reading though. I just put "Doomsday Book" on hold at my library, thanks.

As for my interest in plague books, vulnerability is key, as well as the sheer speed and reach of plagues and how quickly they can spiral out of control. Terrifying.

Amy, I'm looking forward to reading the Doomsday Book. Thanks!

Hello. So far, it's just me in the group. If you have a similar interest, you should join too. Add your favorite plague books.