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TwinbornDavid

TwinbornDavid

has 59 followers and is following 60 people

I'm a proud father of 2 daughters, eagle scout, lover of books, nature, gaming, and trivia. I'm a little (lot) on the slow side of reading since I have kids, but would love the opportunity to chat with you about the books I've read and any you have to recommend!
  • Lancaster, PA, USA
  • member since June 12, 2007

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  • Stephanie N

    Stephanie N says

    The Mistress of the Art of Death is a novel by Arianna Franklin that I enjoyed a great deal. It is a midieval forensics type of setting. It is the first in a four book series (by the same title). I have yet to read the rest of the series so I am not sure how it turns put, but I think irbid worth a shot. I have been looking at The First Law books by Abercrombie for a while. I noticed you have read his work. Would you recommend them?

    posted 10 months ago. ( send a note )
  • Stephanie N

    Stephanie N says

    Loved Dance!! Hope you are enjoying it.

    posted 10 months ago. ( send a note )
  • Dave H

    Dave H says

    David, "Tales of the Dying Earth" by Jack Vance is perhaps the quintessential collection of sci/fi fantasy/adventure stories ever written by one of the most revered and awarded authors to write in this genre. The words that come to mind when trying to describe his incredible achievement are: Wondrous, magnificent, epic, spellbinding, dazzling, exquisite, wordsmithery, magical, elegant, enthralling, engrossing, imaginative, original, mellifluous pacing, atmospheric backdrops, transformational, fantastical storylines! I read the first story in this collection when i was 11 years old and the others in the ensuing years. Over the years I have read the collection over 20 times, each time marvelling at its life changing impact on my reading addiction. Just imagine being able to transform written words from your minds eye into sensual life-like visions and you will then understand the mystical and sensual impact of Jack Vance's brilliance! Ironically, because of its unique qualities I have always been protective and therefore reluctant to expose this truly fabulous experience to others for fear of diminishing its value to me...a misguided supposition I know, but true never-the-less. So, if you want to share my journey into the unknown and wander through the beautiful words penned by a master scribe then you will read this incredible collection of stories and revel in their beatific perfection. Storytelling at its best; a masterpiece...

    posted 1 year ago. ( send a note )
  • Dave H

    Dave H says

    David, I just finished reading one of the most magnificent fantasy/adventure stories I've ever read. Titled "The Grey Mane of Morning" by Joy Chant this story is acknowledged to be on of the most original and brilliant novels in this genre ever written. I think you are going to love it, I sure did! Enjoy and READ ON...

    posted 1 year ago. ( send a note )
  • Dave H

    Dave H says

    David, a friend told me that "The Riyria Revelation Series" by Michael Sullivan is one of the best fantasy/adventure stories ever written. I haven't read them yet but intend to soon and knowing you love this genre I want to pass it on for your edification. Happy Holidays to you and yours! READ ON...

    posted 1 year ago. ( send a note )
  • Bayon C

    Bayon C says

    Just stopping by to say hello.

    posted 1 year ago. ( send a note )
  • Bayon C

    Bayon C says

    Just stopping by to say hello, how are you doing and what book are you reading.

    posted 2 years ago. ( send a note )
  • Dave H

    Dave H says

    David, thanks for your recommendations for books to read, I'll add them to my wish list. I've accumulated so many books over the last couple of years that I've several years of reading ahead of me if i don't buy any new titles which I know I will do. So many books, so little time. READ ON...

    posted 2 years ago. ( send a note )
  • Dave H

    Dave H says

    David, I'd be happy to discuss the books I've read with you but must warn you that many of the books on my shelf were read when I was a young man so my recall might be spotty. But please ask away. READ ON...

    posted 2 years ago. ( send a note )
  • Benjamin N

    Benjamin N says

    Well I'm about a fourth through Hobb, and only through the first chapter in Herbert, but both are adding up to the hype! Dreamsongs is entertaining, but not quite gripping. I usually read a tale or two in between books.

    As far as the future of ASOIAF I'm wondering how Martin can realistically continue such an ongoing war. The fight in Westeros has been so epic that you would have to think there's nobody left, and the people have to be getting fed up with the higher-borns sending them to death (maybe a certain religious group that just gained permission to have an army ;) ). You can also see how Martin is rapidly moving west to bring Daeneries into the big picture (the iron islands, Dorne, Tyrion, Arya, Sam). He's probably moving over there because there is a lot more people left alive that need to die in an epic battle. In the end I'm thinking everyone mingles off east by the end of ADWD, and Danny heads to Westeros by the end of book 6. So I'm hoping the series concludes with Lord Snow (last of my beloved Starks) fighting off the others, and he might have some dragons on his his side ;). LETS JUST HOPE JON DIES A GLORIOUS DEATH!!! I MEAN THE WAY NED AND ROBB DIED MADE ME WANT TO BURN THE BOOKS. (I didn't however because they were just too good.)

    posted 2 years ago. ( send a note )
  • Benjamin N

    Benjamin N says

    What books do you want to talk about? :)

    posted 2 years ago. ( send a note )
  • Anna D

    Anna D says

    Sorry for the delay in replaying to you. I haven't been around the site much lately. Thanks for adding me.

    posted 3 years ago. ( send a note )
  • Chris W.

    Chris W. says

    Just dropping ya a line dude. I waited so long to read Red Skies I now have to re read Lies of Locke Lamora again. Oh well. Also I have been to GRRM's not a blog and am confident we will all be able to read ADWD by years end. At least I hope.

    posted 3 years ago. ( send a note )
  • Bayon C

    Bayon C says

    Just dropping by to say hello, how are you doing and what book are you reading. Happy V-Day.

    posted 3 years ago. ( send a note )
  • Jane L

    Jane L says

    Same to you, a week late! My kids haven't let me get near the computer for ages (they seem to think that they need it far more than I do). I guess I'll have to invest in a laptop. Got a Blackberry for Christmas but I find it difficult to navigate on and sloooowwww. Back to my afternoon meetings! Kiss the kids (and the wife), cherish them for all you're worth, they are your true wealth.

    posted 3 years ago. ( send a note )
  • zapfogldorf

    zapfogldorf says

    Hey there! Thanks for the New Year wishes!

    Hope you have a great New Years and all the best in 09 too!

    posted 3 years ago. ( send a note )
  • pegs

    pegs says

    thanks for the recommendations! hopefully i'll be able to find them here :)
    i enjoyed locke lamora, looking forward to the next book too. again, thanks!

    posted 3 years ago. ( send a note )
  • kairilily

    kairilily says

    Thanks David! I hope 2009 is a great year for you and your family. :)

    posted 3 years ago. ( send a note )
  • AvidReader

    AvidReader says

    Happy New Year to you, too! Here's hoping 2009 brings the publication of A Dance with Dragons.

    posted 3 years ago. ( send a note )
  • songcatchers

    songcatchers says

    Happy New Year to you as well! I hope it's a great one.

    posted 3 years ago. ( send a note )

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