Book Snails Book Group discussion

Ever wonder what happens to those runner-ups in our BOOK OF THE MONTH polls? They have a new home here in this thread! This is a new poll called Second Chance Reads. Tell us if you like this new idea ;-)

https://www.goodreads.com/poll/show/1...

Love this, great idea!

Fantastic idea.

Really great idea!

Winner of the first SECOND CHANCE READS POLL for 2019 is:

A Gentleman in Moscow , a prize-winning historical fiction novel by Amor Towles



► If you've read this book, or will be reading it soon-ish, let us know what you think of it :)

Is there a particular timeframe for reading this one?

Erin wrote: "Is there a particular timeframe for reading this one?"

Good question, Erin... what would you suggest?

The Seconds Chance Reads is a new fun idea we are trying; Allison (readage), our lovely group founder and Queen Snail, suggested it (thanks!), so I think we should let her and the group members chime in on suggested timeframes?

Do keep in mind we usually already have 3 suggested books active:
Book o' the Month (BOTM), a Quarterly Read, and a longer Yearly Read.

Of course these are just suggestions, and it's up to each Snail whether they wish to read any or all of 'em along with other Snails.

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My thoughts (not binding, let us know what you think!): (view spoiler)[

Our first Second Chance winner (A Gentleman in Moscow) is 460+ pages, so I'd suggest we not rush anyone.

As the runner-up books we are choosing from come from recent BOTM (Book of the Month) polls or other group book polls, we'll probably have a new Second Chance poll every 2 to 3 months, or as we accumulate enough books to start a new poll with. This suggests a timeframe of 60-90+ days for our Second Chancers. But I bow to our gastropod leader and the group wishes on such ;p (hide spoiler)]

Q: Shall we discuss the Second Chance books here, or should we start a new dedicated Folder, adding a new discussion topic for each winning book (every 2 to 3 months, estimated)?

I'd say a new folder for each book. I've got mine on reserve from the library.

StarMan asked for thoughts about this book from those who've read it. Here are mine: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

I like the 60-90 day timeframe, especially since we won’t be starting a new one every month anyway.

Candace wrote: "StarMan asked for thoughts about [[book:A Gentleman in Moscow|34066798]] from those who've read it. Here are mine: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show..."

Thanks for the review, Candace (and I had no idea the book was being developed for a TV series!)

Yay, just got my copy.

Fantastic book. I loved it.

Candace wrote: "StarMan asked for thoughts about this book from those who've read it. Here are mine: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show..."

Great review, Candace.

Vickie wrote: "Love this, great idea!"

Thank you...I hope participation picks up for this new idea

Keli wrote: "Fantastic idea."

Thanks!

Candace wrote: "Really great idea!"

Thank you ;-)

StarMan wrote: "Winner of the first SECOND CHANCE READS POLL for 2019 is:

A Gentleman in Moscow , a prize-winning historical fiction novel by Amor Towles

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I'm glad we could decide on a winner for the first Second Chance Reads...

Candace wrote: "StarMan asked for thoughts about this book from those who've read it. Here are mine: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show..."

Glad you enjoyed this book, Candace ;-) I have yet to get around to it but it's been in my TBR for 2.5 years now

Keli wrote: "Fantastic book. I loved it."

Glad you also enjoyed the book, Keli

Any eager Snails out there getting ready for another Second Chance Read?

I still need to read A Gentleman in Moscow 😂
It’s near the top of my list, but keeps getting bumped 😝

Erin wrote: "I still need to read A Gentleman in Moscow 😂
It’s near the top of my list, but keeps getting bumped 😝"

;-) ok Lol

I really like the idea of second chance reads!

Candace wrote: "I really like the idea of second chance reads!"

Thanks, Candace! Either I or StarMan will put up a poll soon!

A Gentleman in Moscow

Finally getting around to reading this book, which I (surprisingly) won in a GR giveaway. About 80% done.

It's definitely a change of pace for me, and I didn't expect to be thrilled...

I was wrong. It is very good -- if you enjoy slow-paced books, historical fiction, some verbal wit, and kids who steal scenes.

Starman, I am so glad that you like this, one of my favorites. I read it with a bookclub some time ago, and loved it. One of those rare 5+ stars that I would never have picked up myself.

Aya wrote: "Starman, I am so glad that you like this, one of my favorites..."

I'm glad I won a copy of this book; otherwise I likely never would have bought one :)

Have you read any of Towles's other books? I put Rules of Civility on my to-read list.

No, It is on my tbr too,it could be a buddy read or maybe even win BOTM🥇
What say the snails 🐌