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| Lina |
Posted - 12 Sep 2003 : 14:09:38
Have just started getting back into FR novels. My memory needs a bit of refreshing. Which triology/novel would be the best to start off with? |
| 30 L A T E S T R E P L I E S (Newest First) |
| Lina |
Posted - 22 Nov 2003 : 05:58:38
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Originally posted by spikeyhairedone
I have just finished the Twilight giants trilogy and it was OK. The Cleric Quintet is 1 of my top series of books along with the Avatar stuff. Salvatore is going downhill in my opinion though which is a shame as he was the 1 to get me into FR novels.
Yes some of Salvatores earlier works are a good read. I haven't had the chance to read any of his newer stuff... still on the Cleric Quintet series. |
| spikeyhairedone |
Posted - 19 Nov 2003 : 22:28:28
I have just finished the Twilight giants trilogy and it was OK. The Cleric Quintet is 1 of my top series of books along with the Avatar stuff. Salvatore is going downhill in my opinion though which is a shame as he was the 1 to get me into FR novels. |
| Lina |
Posted - 16 Nov 2003 : 01:25:41
So you see yourself one notch down from sly do you William. Hate to disappoint you there you sly devil. |
| William of Waterdeep |
Posted - 04 Nov 2003 : 21:27:00
Lina said-
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Yes William, enjoying that r u? Must make mental note to myself... watch out for William, he is a sly one.
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I prefer the word slick,but you know I was joking then as I am then.
*lets out a loud half-orc laugh*..."Snort,snort"
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| Lina |
Posted - 04 Nov 2003 : 11:36:51
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Originally posted by William of Waterdeep
quote:
Originally posted by Lina
Well did you enjoy it Wil.
My Hard drive is dying.  Might be a while til I get a replacement so if you all dont here from me 4 a bit then I'm probably busy smashing my pc to bits! Until then I'm busy trying to salvage what I can.
Did I enjoy what? Taunting you for acting as though you had stolen a book? If this is what you are refering to,Yes,Immensely.
I am sorry to hear about your Harddrive,I know the feeling.Get back as soon as you can.I may be down for a while myself but due to other things and not my computer.
Yes William, enjoying that r u? Must make mental note to myself... watch out for William, he is a sly one. |
| William of Waterdeep |
Posted - 01 Nov 2003 : 03:25:38
quote:
Originally posted by Lina
Well did you enjoy it Wil.
My Hard drive is dying. Might be a while til I get a replacement so if you all dont here from me 4 a bit then I'm probably busy smashing my pc to bits! Until then I'm busy trying to salvage what I can.
Did I enjoy what? Taunting you for acting as though you had stolen a book? If this is what you are refering to,Yes,Immensely.
I am sorry to hear about your Harddrive,I know the feeling.Get back as soon as you can.I may be down for a while myself but due to other things and not my computer. |
| Lina |
Posted - 31 Oct 2003 : 10:45:53
Well did you enjoy it Wil.
My Hard drive is dying. Might be a while til I get a replacement so if you all dont here from me 4 a bit then I'm probably busy smashing my pc to bits! Until then I'm busy trying to salvage what I can. |
| William of Waterdeep |
Posted - 28 Oct 2003 : 00:19:44
quote:
Originally posted by Lina
I didnt really mean that. Not the sort of thing I'd do anyway even if I was desperate to own the book and short of cash. I find other ways of getting it like put on a Xmas or Bday list. 
I knew you didn't mean it but I had to shame you non-the-less. |
| The Sage |
Posted - 27 Oct 2003 : 07:41:11
From where do you purchase your FR novels Lina, if I may ask?.
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| Lina |
Posted - 26 Oct 2003 : 14:22:09
I didnt really mean that. Not the sort of thing I'd do anyway even if I was desperate to own the book and short of cash. I find other ways of getting it like put on a Xmas or Bday list. |
| William of Waterdeep |
Posted - 25 Oct 2003 : 05:14:48
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Originally posted by Lina
Well whatever grabs your attention. I find the new spines on the FR novels helps it easier to locate FR books. Especially when u have to grab and run.
Now thats not a nice thing to do. |
| Lina |
Posted - 24 Oct 2003 : 12:14:00
Well whatever grabs your attention. I find the new spines on the FR novels helps it easier to locate FR books. Especially when u have to grab and run. |
| William of Waterdeep |
Posted - 19 Oct 2003 : 16:11:19
Originally posted by Rad
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As were on the subject of novel spines, dont you think that the latest novels, being Twilight Falling and the Rogues series have gone a bit too basic on the spine font ?!
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I noticed that but I never asked. |
| Lord Rad |
Posted - 19 Oct 2003 : 14:16:35
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Originally posted by Arivia
Yep, one improvement Wizards has ushered in: The books look better standing spine-to-spine next to each other. *Imagines all 6 WotSQ hardcover books lined up. Drools.*
Oh boy, youre not wrong there Arivia, those WotSQ novels are lookin pretty smart already! .
As were on the subject of novel spines, dont you think that the latest novels, being Twilight Falling and the Rogues series have gone a bit too basic on the spine font ?! |
| William of Waterdeep |
Posted - 18 Oct 2003 : 09:36:26
Lina,you got it....Yeah.new Avatar.a little smaller but still looks good. |
| Arivia |
Posted - 18 Oct 2003 : 09:31:51
Yep, one improvement Wizards has ushered in: The books look better standing spine-to-spine next to each other. *Imagines all 6 WotSQ hardcover books lined up. Drools.* |
| Lord Rad |
Posted - 18 Oct 2003 : 09:24:15
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Originally posted by Arivia
Does the new printing still use Troy Denning's pseudonym?
No, all the actual authors names are credited for the new editions. They look pretty nice on the shelf together too |
| Arivia |
Posted - 18 Oct 2003 : 05:07:18
Does the new printing still use Troy Denning's pseudonym? |
| Lina |
Posted - 18 Oct 2003 : 04:09:36
Ahh, I thought so. It seemed strange to me at first that they were releasing all these novels a few months apart from each other cause usually it takes about a year or more to write a novel. |
| William of Waterdeep |
Posted - 16 Oct 2003 : 06:07:32
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Originally posted by Bookwyrm
Waterdeep? You're kidding me! You didn't notice that it's a reprint?
So is my divorce,but I still enjoy reading it.Does wonders for the soul.
The first printings are great for collectors but its cheaper if you go with a second printing. |
| Bookwyrm |
Posted - 15 Oct 2003 : 15:52:47
Waterdeep? You're kidding me! You didn't notice that it's a reprint? |
| William of Waterdeep |
Posted - 14 Oct 2003 : 14:25:01
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Originally posted by Lina
Yes, everyone is eager to pitch in.
I just finished Waterdeep and swear that I remember the ending to the book before actually reading the last few chapters although the latest publication is 2003. Was there an earlier publication or do I just have telepathy?
I don't think there was anything prior to this but I could be wrong,(Fingers crossed)although it would be the first time I was.
*I think you lived there in other life.* |
| Lina |
Posted - 14 Oct 2003 : 13:05:51
Yes, everyone is eager to pitch in.
I just finished Waterdeep and swear that I remember the ending to the book before actually reading the last few chapters although the latest publication is 2003. Was there an earlier publication or do I just have telepathy? |
| William of Waterdeep |
Posted - 13 Oct 2003 : 23:03:37
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Originally posted by Bookwyrm
Plus, I happen to be on a first name basis with two used book sellers. One used to rent our house when my dad was transfered to Hawaii, and now shares retail space with the other. The first one specializes in romance, but has a respectable SF&F section as well. The latter hardly does anything but SF&F and mysteries -- and will sometimes buy just-published books (with a dealer's discount) to sell to customers like myself. I managed to pick up one hardback from her for $16 (US) on September 4th -- three days after the publisher shipped it out. I was a happy Bookwyrm, let me tell you.
First name basis?They call you Book? I fill discriminated against
for being a male. He didn't help me that much, Lina?
No,really I am glad everyone is so willing to help. |
| Bookwyrm |
Posted - 13 Oct 2003 : 03:56:47
Plus, I happen to be on a first name basis with two used book sellers. One used to rent our house when my dad was transfered to Hawaii, and now shares retail space with the other. The first one specializes in romance, but has a respectable SF&F section as well. The latter hardly does anything but SF&F and mysteries -- and will sometimes buy just-published books (with a dealer's discount) to sell to customers like myself. I managed to pick up one hardback from her for $16 (US) on September 4th -- three days after the publisher shipped it out. I was a happy Bookwyrm, let me tell you. |
| William of Waterdeep |
Posted - 13 Oct 2003 : 02:03:55
I really like the name of this thread...reminds me of Dying hair.
Isn't that right bootworm Bookwyrm.
*Ahem*,yes um Don't worry Lina it just takes time to build a set but
Bookwyrm does have good suggestions.I still think the downloads are
a good way to go if its not a novel.I have found a lot at ABEs as he says,great place,better prices. |
| Lina |
Posted - 12 Oct 2003 : 05:54:40
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Originally posted by Bookwyrm
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Originally posted by Lina
Bookwyrmm - With FR novels getting rarer on the bookshelf these days I'll try me best.
Ah, me. No matter what, they can't ever seem to get my name right . . . .
Try used bookshops; that's where I get most of mine at. You can get some really great deals in those places. I've gotten books that look like they were just unpacked in some of the better places. It's a bit of a hunt, as well, which just adds to it for me.
Also, you live in Australia, and as Sage is often complaining about, FR books are harder to get there. Lukily, there are sites like Half.com and The American Book Exchange where you can find some of the things you can't find elsewhere. I've gotten some of mine that way.
Sorry Bookwyrm (got it right that time didnt I) yeah one step ahead of you. When into my first used bookshop yesterday there's others but bit reluctant to travel all over the city to find FR books. I guess it'll come down to that when I get desperate. |
| William of Waterdeep |
Posted - 12 Oct 2003 : 05:52:15
Ha,I was born way before you so cheating will not help you get ahead of me.Oh....we weren't talking about age.Its time for my nap..
Oh,yes...he he ,tell me what you need and I will look for them too.
If you want me too. |
| Bookwyrm |
Posted - 12 Oct 2003 : 05:46:23
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Originally posted by Lina
Bookwyrmm - With FR novels getting rarer on the bookshelf these days I'll try me best.
Ah, me. No matter what, they can't ever seem to get my name right . . . .
Try used bookshops; that's where I get most of mine at. You can get some really great deals in those places. I've gotten books that look like they were just unpacked in some of the better places. It's a bit of a hunt, as well, which just adds to it for me.
Also, you live in Australia, and as Sage is often complaining about, FR books are harder to get there. Lukily, there are sites like Half.com and The American Book Exchange where you can find some of the things you can't find elsewhere. I've gotten some of mine that way. |
| Lina |
Posted - 12 Oct 2003 : 03:56:05
Bookwyrmm - With FR novels getting rarer on the bookshelf these days I'll try me best.
Jander Sunstar - I'm not too sure what your at there
William - Well since you don't play fair, I guess I'm gonna haveta cheat a bit too. I added more books to my growing library, some not FR. Talked to the owner of the bookshop about FR. He said at one time they printed out a stack of novels and he had so many that he didn't know what to do with them all. Darn guess I miss that good old period. |
