Favorite Edgar Nominated Book?? - CrimeSpace2024-03-29T11:23:38Zhttps://crimespace.ning.com/forum/topics/537324:Topic:20143?commentId=537324%3AComment%3A21917&x=1&feed=yes&xn_auth=noI'm half way through Field of…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2007-04-10:537324:Comment:219172007-04-10T20:20:27.279ZDavid Terrenoirehttps://crimespace.ning.com/profile/Terrenoire
I'm half way through Field of Darkness by Cornelia Read (I'm a very slow reader) but it is smokingly good. As it's also the only nominee I've read (I told you I'm slow) I'm voting for this one.
I'm half way through Field of Darkness by Cornelia Read (I'm a very slow reader) but it is smokingly good. As it's also the only nominee I've read (I told you I'm slow) I'm voting for this one. Well, the race I'm watching t…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2007-04-09:537324:Comment:207162007-04-09T01:40:57.528ZMary Reaganhttps://crimespace.ning.com/profile/nycphoto
Well, the race I'm watching this year isn't in any of these categories. It's the best fact based crime novel. I'm rooting for James Swanson.
Well, the race I'm watching this year isn't in any of these categories. It's the best fact based crime novel. I'm rooting for James Swanson. I'm not to worried about hurt…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2007-04-09:537324:Comment:207102007-04-09T01:02:59.140Zbill bedenbenderhttps://crimespace.ning.com/profile/beanie0026
I'm not to worried about hurting the authors feelings Carl. My problem is I haven't read any of the books quite honestly there is only 3 books that I have even heard of. Sorry.<br/>Bill
I'm not to worried about hurting the authors feelings Carl. My problem is I haven't read any of the books quite honestly there is only 3 books that I have even heard of. Sorry.<br/>Bill I think, though, that this ca…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2007-04-08:537324:Comment:205942007-04-08T21:32:04.393ZSandra Ruttanhttps://crimespace.ning.com/profile/Sandramre
I think, though, that this can go too far... I mean, we've had threads about the 'must-reads'. What if some authors who frequent Crimespace are mentioned and others aren't? Do we need to be worried about their feelings being hurt?<br />
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For me, I know it's allowed, but if we take the analogy of a bar then having a signature tacked on your posts is the equivalent of walking around handing out business cards to everyone, isn't it?<br />
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I don't think you're coming out against free speech. I think you're…
I think, though, that this can go too far... I mean, we've had threads about the 'must-reads'. What if some authors who frequent Crimespace are mentioned and others aren't? Do we need to be worried about their feelings being hurt?<br />
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For me, I know it's allowed, but if we take the analogy of a bar then having a signature tacked on your posts is the equivalent of walking around handing out business cards to everyone, isn't it?<br />
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I don't think you're coming out against free speech. I think you're highlighting one of the new realities. You're coming from a good place, caring how people feel. I have several favorites on t…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2007-04-08:537324:Comment:205332007-04-08T18:55:27.709ZGumshoe Carlhttps://crimespace.ning.com/profile/GumshoeCarl
I have several favorites on this list and I will admit that I have not read every book. But of the ones I have read, I really enjoyed The Pale Blue Eye, King of Lies, Holmes on the Range, A Field of Darkness. I wish everyone lots of luck and while it does sound hokey, making the list should be considered a great accomplishment considering there were hundreds, if not thousands of books to chose from. <br />
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And the winner is......
I have several favorites on this list and I will admit that I have not read every book. But of the ones I have read, I really enjoyed The Pale Blue Eye, King of Lies, Holmes on the Range, A Field of Darkness. I wish everyone lots of luck and while it does sound hokey, making the list should be considered a great accomplishment considering there were hundreds, if not thousands of books to chose from. <br />
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And the winner is...... I agree in principle. But her…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2007-04-08:537324:Comment:204292007-04-08T16:14:51.728ZPatricia Abbotthttps://crimespace.ning.com/profile/pattinase
I agree in principle. But here on this site, if we're going to use the metaphor of a bar, it's like inviting people to come drinking with us and then making them feel uncomfortable. I think picking books we like is great, in general, but when the field is only five instead of an infinite number, it is harder to take.<br />
But again, I may be overly sensitive. I don't think every writer gets a thick skin though, nor should they have to. I think they are many writers who avoid the Internet like the…
I agree in principle. But here on this site, if we're going to use the metaphor of a bar, it's like inviting people to come drinking with us and then making them feel uncomfortable. I think picking books we like is great, in general, but when the field is only five instead of an infinite number, it is harder to take. <br />
But again, I may be overly sensitive. I don't think every writer gets a thick skin though, nor should they have to. I think they are many writers who avoid the Internet like the plague now because of this. Enough said on my part. I feel like I am coming out against free speech and truly I don't mean to. "It's not like writers are po…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2007-04-08:537324:Comment:204072007-04-08T15:31:40.331ZSandra Ruttanhttps://crimespace.ning.com/profile/Sandramre
"It's not like writers are politicans and should have to endure a public discussion of their warts. But maybe it's just me being ultrasensitive."<br />
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I think this opens a whole different topic. The reality is, this is happening more and more. Smear journalism on blogs, insults against other authors during panels at conventions, bickering on listservs... I'm not saying it's right or wrong. I'm saying that authors have to get a thick skin on a lot of levels. Any person who is in the public domain in…
"It's not like writers are politicans and should have to endure a public discussion of their warts. But maybe it's just me being ultrasensitive."<br />
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I think this opens a whole different topic. The reality is, this is happening more and more. Smear journalism on blogs, insults against other authors during panels at conventions, bickering on listservs... I'm not saying it's right or wrong. I'm saying that authors have to get a thick skin on a lot of levels. Any person who is in the public domain in that sense will have to deal with it on some level.<br />
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As to awards, it's like any other thing. People talk about who they think should win Oscars or Grammys or whatever. Part of the risk of the glory is the reality of assessment. Face it, the minute you produce a work you can be shredded online, in person, behind your back. This to me is one of the least harmless discussions. Fair enough for everyone to have a personal favourite and if they're so inclined be cheering for it. A sensible author (much as it can hurt) has to learn to accept they won't be everyone's cup of tea. I haven't said anything above that I haven't put in reviews in the public domain already, and said straight out to Cornelia. I'd say it to Gillian too, except she has about six layers of insulation between herself and the writing community. Despite the issue I did have with the book I absolutely loved her protagonist and did follow up with her publisher to find out about future work and whether or not Preaker would be back. Doesn't sound like it. Gosh, I am somewhat uneasy ab…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2007-04-08:537324:Comment:203702007-04-08T13:31:21.682ZPatricia Abbotthttps://crimespace.ning.com/profile/pattinase
Gosh, I am somewhat uneasy about this topic. Is it me or are these writers suffering enough anxiety without reading here that other books are more read or favored? . <br />
I think discussions of books we have liked is great and should be done here in most instances, but maybe not as possble recipients of awards. <br />
It's not like writers are politicans and should have to endure a public discussion of their warts. But maybe it's just me being ultrasensitive.
Gosh, I am somewhat uneasy about this topic. Is it me or are these writers suffering enough anxiety without reading here that other books are more read or favored? . <br />
I think discussions of books we have liked is great and should be done here in most instances, but maybe not as possble recipients of awards. <br />
It's not like writers are politicans and should have to endure a public discussion of their warts. But maybe it's just me being ultrasensitive. Like most other posters I've…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2007-04-08:537324:Comment:203392007-04-08T11:49:35.234ZLaura Roothttps://crimespace.ning.com/profile/mallard
Like most other posters I've read very few of these. (Field of Darkness and Snakeskin Shamisen are currently on my amazon wish list, and Sharp Objects on the TBR pile).<br />
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I read Janissary Tree soon after it came out last year, really enjoyed it, one of those books where the writer manages to ease you into the history/wealth of research into the period. (set in Ottoman Turkey). I far preferred Denise Mina's Garnethill Trilogy to the Paddy Hill/cub reporter series, but she would also be a…
Like most other posters I've read very few of these. (Field of Darkness and Snakeskin Shamisen are currently on my amazon wish list, and Sharp Objects on the TBR pile). <br />
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I read Janissary Tree soon after it came out last year, really enjoyed it, one of those books where the writer manages to ease you into the history/wealth of research into the period. (set in Ottoman Turkey). I far preferred Denise Mina's Garnethill Trilogy to the Paddy Hill/cub reporter series, but she would also be a deserving winner. <br />
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I also read the Goodbye Kiss last year - very good,very very noir- a real anti-hero who may even be more sociopathic than Ripley. As a few people have said, I'…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2007-04-08:537324:Comment:203282007-04-08T10:32:06.417ZDonna Moorehttps://crimespace.ning.com/profile/DonnaMoore
As a few people have said, I've read very few. I've read (and enjoyed) Steve Hockensmith's HOLMES ON THE RANGE and I have SHARP OBJECTS on Mt TBR, so will hopefully get to that one soon. And the Carlotto is excellent. I was pleased to see Olen Steinhauer on the list. I haven't read the nominated book but have read his earlier ones. He's a really gifted writer.
As a few people have said, I've read very few. I've read (and enjoyed) Steve Hockensmith's HOLMES ON THE RANGE and I have SHARP OBJECTS on Mt TBR, so will hopefully get to that one soon. And the Carlotto is excellent. I was pleased to see Olen Steinhauer on the list. I haven't read the nominated book but have read his earlier ones. He's a really gifted writer.