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faye v

faye v

I am a full time mother of two boys. I describe the smell of the pages of a book" heavenly". I read everything from pre- historic fiction novels to chic literature. I want to know more about people who's passion is to be swept away by a good read.
"No amount cam match the experience you get from a good read"
"The cheapest form of... more »
  • Manila, Philippines
  • member since May 22 2009

faye v’s last login was Friday, October 30 2009. show recent activity »

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  • Jassafari

    Jassafari says

    Hello!

    It's been a while, just writing to say Hello, and to tell you that I am praying for you! You, and your family!

    Peace

    JASS!

    What are you reading reight now?

    posted 2 hours ago. ( send a note )
  • maydiwayatangnawawala

    maydiwayatangnawawala says

    flips flipping pages book discussion of perfume by patrick suskind was rescheduled to....

    Book: Perfume by Patrick Suskind
    Moderator: Sumthinblue
    Discussion proper: October 31, 2009, 2-6 pm
    Venue: Van Gogh is Bipolar restaurant -- It is located in 154H (inner courtyard), Maginhawa Street, Sikatuna Village, Q.C.
    P300 pesos inclusive of food (a selection of hor de oeuvres) and drinks (tea selection)

    posted 1 month ago. ( send a note )
  • Dogses

    Dogses says

    the book was of course better. but it was true to the book (The Secret Life Of Bees)

    posted 2 months ago. ( send a note )
  • Dogses

    Dogses says

    We are now watching the dvd of the book. I will tell you which I prefer, the book or the dvd

    posted 2 months ago. ( send a note )
  • maydiwayatangnawawala

    maydiwayatangnawawala says

    hi, the Flips Flipping Pages is following the story of a murderer. Conclusions, observations, and insights will be shared at the book discussion on Saturday. Please join us. No joining fee, no hassle, no pressure--just walk in, and help us understand this man:

    "In eighteenth-century France there lived a man who was one of the most gifted and abominable personages in an era that knew no lack of gifted and abominable personages. His story will be told here. His name was Jean-Baptiste Grenouille"

    Book: Perfume by Patrick Suskind
    Moderator: Sumthinblue
    Discussion proper: September 26, 2009, 2 pm
    Venue: New Bombay Restaurant, The Columns, Buendia cor. Ayala ave.

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    You may also join the pre-discussion activity.

    Pre-discussion Activity (10 am)
    Perfume Making Seminar at Grasse Fragrance Company
    Ground Floor Saville Building
    8728 Paseo de Roxas Ave. corner Gil Puyat Ave.
    Makati City
    P300, inclusive of materials for two scents

    *bring book for swapping

    Book
    Available at National Book Store and Fully Booked, approx. P545

    Also available at Bookay-Ukay (definitely not P545)
    Once in awhile makes an appearance in Book Sale

    more details here ---] http://www.shelfari.com/groups/12439/discussions/138269/September-Book-Discussion-Perfume-by-Patrick-Suskind#unread

    posted 2 months ago. ( send a note )
  • Chuck H

    Chuck H says

    Hello Faye! Now that you've finished 'Water for Elephants,' do you think a movie is in order?

    posted 3 months ago. ( send a note )
  • Sandi

    Sandi says

    Hello Faye! :) The book's on my to-be-read pile so I haven't read it yet (how come the grass is always greener over the septic tank). Akala ko collection sya of esays. Di ko alam na part sya ng series.

    posted 4 months ago. ( send a note )
  • maydiwayatangnawawala

    maydiwayatangnawawala says

    hi, please join fellow bookworms at the next Flips Flipping Pages book discussion.

    August Book Discussion: Can A Book Make You Healthy?
    It’s time to talk about books that changed our perception on health, sense of well-being and our relationship with our bodies. This encompasses a large number of subjects including popular diets, women’s and men’s health, sports conditioning, aromatherapy, workout slash fitness plans, natural/herbal cures, vitamins, stress management, disease prevention and New Age/Eastern exercise (yoga, tai chi, etc).

    When: Saturday August 22
    Where: Fuzion Smoothie Café or Amici Italian Restaurant (TBA)

    Program:
    11:00am -12:30pm: Pre-discussion activity - FREE YOGA SESSION WITH AL GALANG OF SUNDAR YOGA
    12:30nn – 2:00pm: Lunch
    2:00pm -5:00pm – Discussion proper INCLUDING A TETE-A-TETE WITH ESKI RIPOLL OF SPARC
    5:00pm onwards – bookstore raid in Greenhills ☺

    Details and Updates at http://www.shelfari.com/groups/12439/discussions/125921/August-Book-Discussion-Can-A-Book-Make-You-Healthy-.

    See you around, in the talk boards or at the face-to-face discussions!

    posted 4 months ago. ( send a note )
  • Dogses

    Dogses says

    I have never known anyone who gets through books as fast as you. If they locked you in a library you would probably read the lot in a month

    posted 4 months ago. ( send a note )
  • Dogses

    Dogses says

    How are you? Haven't heard from you

    posted 4 months ago. ( send a note )
  • Dogses

    Dogses says

    The Venetian Betrayal I do take awhile to get into a book, and I am struggling to get into this one

    posted 4 months ago. ( send a note )
  • Juans upon a time Juana

    Juans upon a time Juana says

    why, thank you madame. :) hehe. make-up wonders :0

    posted 4 months ago. ( send a note )
  • islandhopper flips pages

    islandhopper flips pages says

    Hi, faye v. Congratulations! You're now a Flipper. That means you are part of the Flips Flipping Pages community. We're looking forward to getting to know you. See you in the talk boards. Introduce yourself in the new Member Intro thread: http://www.shelfari.com/groups/12439/discussions/126052/New-Member-Introductions---Part-Four

    posted 4 months ago. ( send a note )
  • Juans upon a time Juana

    Juans upon a time Juana says

    Hi atei there's a great thread about shameless book bragging hahaha. I love it. I'm only sorry I didnt start it.

    posted 5 months ago. ( send a note )
  • Dogses

    Dogses says

    Did you get my emails Faye? Have you read Portrait of an Unknown Woman by Vanora Bennett

    posted 5 months ago. ( send a note )
  • Maya D

    Maya D says

    Remember me was a great book1 i can't wait to read all of her books.

    posted 5 months ago. ( send a note )
  • Angelika

    Angelika says

    Thank you for the information.

    Have a nice day!

    posted 5 months ago. ( send a note )
  • Jassafari

    Jassafari says

    FAYE V

    STOPPING BY TO SAY THNX FOR THE FRIENDSHIP. BUT TELL ME, WHAT ARE YOU READING?

    JASS!

    posted 5 months ago. ( send a note )
  • Dogses

    Dogses says

    That book by Ken Follett you recommended to me is in lots of different formats and lengths. Which version did you read?

    posted 5 months ago. ( send a note )
  • Angelika

    Angelika says

    I see you have read The Potato Peel Pie Society book. Could you please tell me if it is appropriate for a 13-year-old?

    Much appreciated!

    posted 5 months ago. ( send a note )