#ClassicsCommunity 2021 Reading Challenge discussion

Hello, Shannon!
I miss you all and I can't wait to read something together.
I've already read both these books, but I don't mind at all rereading them, especially "The enchanting April"!
I still have my copy at handy.
I liked "The circular staircase" too. It gaves me nightmares though!
While I was reading it I used to dream that there was someone inside my flat. l hope this time will go better.

Maybe it's because I live in the country, in a lonely place near a small lake.
Not in a manor, unfortunately!

I'm so glad to read "The enchanting April" for many reasons and one of them is that it's settled in Liguria, where I've spent many happy holidays.

By the way, do you say in English "is settled" or "is set"?

I have never read either of these books so I am in. :) I just ordered The Circular Staircase from my library so hopefully, it will be here soon and I also just purchased The Enchanted April from Chapters and it's supposed to be delivered by early March.

Miriam wrote: "Hello, Shannon!
I miss you all and I can't wait to read something together.
I've already read both these books, but I don't mind at all rereading them, especially "The enchanting April"!
I still..."

How scary is The Circular Staircase? Is it like a horror book? I don't read super scary books. :)

I would love to join in on these reads. Look forward to seeing how you arrange the reads and seeing your schedule. Thanks.

@Janice:

No, it's not at all an horror.
It's just a mystery and not so scary too.
It's me, I'm super-sensitive.
Don't worry! It's an easy reading.

Neither of these books excite me, but I’m always open to mew things with groups. The Enchanting April is apparently on my TBR list here, so I must have decided it sounded good at some point. The GR description leaves a lot to be desired and I don’t really get what it’s about. I’ll have to do some research to get excited.

@ Ashley:
I bet you'll change your mind at least about one of them after reading!

I'm excited about both and have ordered them! :)

I bet I will too! Most books get me excited when I dive in! That’s the beauty of book clubs! They push you to read a variety!

Miriam wrote: "@Janice:

No, it's not at all an horror.
It's just a mystery and not so scary too.
It's me, I'm super-sensitive.
Don't worry! It's an easy reading."

Thank Miriam :) I'm very sensitive as well. My husband loves horror movies, not me. I still remember a movie we watched together 30 years ago!!!

Shannon wrote: "Janice wrote: "Miriam wrote: "Hello, Shannon!
I miss you all and I can't wait to read something together.
I've already read both these books, but I don't mind at all rereading them, especially "T..."

I like the sound of that, "cozy mystery vibes. " :)

Hey guys, have you already started reading our March book?
Just asking, do you prefer a paperback copy or do you read online?
Personally I hate reading e-books, though sometimes I have to.

No eardogs! I can't stand them!
I use postcards or other things like that.

It's not easy to find books in English in an Italian library if they're not great classics or bestsellers.
That's why I buy them on ebay or amazon.
I found "The circular staircase" in a cheap hardcover copy on Amazon and bought it.
"Rebecca" was available at bookshops too for the Netflix serial.

If you have ever read a book translated and then in the original version you should know that it's not the same: words with different meaning or completely changed etc...
Originals are still better.

If you have ever read a book translated and then in the original version you should know that it's not the same: words with different meaning or completely changed etc...
Originals are still better.

I prefer paperbacks to e-books but resort to the latter when I don't have easy access to the former. The local selection isn't nearly as diverse as I need it to be and ordering books online was a pain in the behind before the pandemic let alone after. So for the majority of classics or books which are significantly cheaper in digital form, I use e-books.

Never eardogs! :P They physically pain me 😂 Always a bookmark or whatever is handy to use in its stead

Hello!

@Shannon - Yes, both these books still have my interest; I've never read either of them, will be fun:)

I was able to get the Circular Staircase e-book from my library yesterday. Haven't started reading yet, but will today. I already have the paperback of Enchanted April, which I have long wanted to read, and I have the movie, too, which I'm looking forward to watching after I read the book.

@Miriam and @Shannon - I live in the city in a lake community with a woods behind my house. We have a plethora of deer and wild turkeys. And we've seen a coyote, bobcat, pelican, eagles, herons, beaver, etc. It's really fun and peaceful.

I prefer reading paperback books, always. I'm grateful for e-books when I can't get the hard copy though.

I use bookmarks usually. It's only my favorite cookbooks that have the dog-eared pages! Plus spills and splatters and loose binding from overuse, so they are really loved:) And that's what makes them all the more special <3

Shannon wrote: "Janice wrote: "Miriam wrote: "Hello, Shannon!
I miss you all and I can't wait to read something together.
I've already read both these books, but I don't mind at all rereading them, especially "T..."

I like the sound of that, cozy mystery. :)

Miriam wrote: "Hey guys, have you already started reading our March book?
Just asking, do you prefer a paperback copy or do you read online?
Personally I hate reading e-books, though sometimes I have to."

I am waiting for the book from my library. I don't like reading online so I just have to be patient and wait for my books and if they don't come in on time then I just put it on my TBR list.

Gia wrote: "Hello!

@Shannon - Yes, both these books still have my interest; I've never read either of them, will be fun:)

I was able to get the Circular Staircase e-book from my library yesterday. Haven't st..."

I only read physical books as reading books online bothers my eyes and I like holding the physical book. I use bookmarks except for my own books, sorry I do small dog ears. :) As for my cookbooks, I figure the pages that have little notes written on them and stains are the recipes my family loves best. :)

I realized just know that I wrote ear-dogs instead of dog ears...
This is embarrassing.

Miriam wrote: "I realized just know that I wrote ear-dogs instead of dog ears...
This is embarrassing."

I just realized that I blindly copied you without stopping to think about it...
Double Embarrassing xD

@Miriam and @Nada
I thought "ear-dogs" was a very cute and creative way to say it! :) I knew exactly what you meant, so no need for any embarrassment. It's all good!

Thank you, Gia!

Miriam wrote: "Thank you, Gia!"

You're so welcome! :)

I've started reading "The circular staircase".
I rembember almost everything from my previous reading and it's less compelling this second time, but it's always interesting rereading a book.

@ Gia:
I think that my secret dream to pass for a native speaker is broken. Sigh!

Gia wrote: "@Miriam and @Nada
I thought "ear-dogs" was a very cute and creative way to say it! :) I knew exactly what you meant, so no need for any embarrassment. It's all good!"

That's so sweet of you 🤗

Miriam wrote: "@ Gia:
I think that my secret dream to pass for a native speaker is broken. Sigh!"

My experience with learning a new language is that it's an ongoing process. Miriam, this is such a wonderful goal that you have!! The pathway to this expertise is never-ending and always available. The key is to not ever give up! I think that conversing with those who are native speakers is one of the best ways to learn a language - and you're already doing this - which is simply awesome! Be patient with yourself, try to keep the learning process lighthearted and fun, and don't forget to celebrate your victories, no matter how big or small:) Oh and remember that even those of us who are native speakers still struggle at times with "how to say it." Hope that helps!

Nada wrote: "Gia wrote: "@Miriam and @Nada
I thought "ear-dogs" was a very cute and creative way to say it! :) I knew exactly what you meant, so no need for any embarrassment. It's all good!"

That's so sweet ..."

:)

@Gia:

Thanks for your kind and wise words.
I'll follow your advice.
I'm so glad to be able to exchange opinions with you all!

@Miriam You're welcome. Yes, me too, fun place here!

Shannon, I thought today was the discussion day!
What ever happened to you?

Apologises, Shannon!
I didn't know. I feel so silly...