I need a good book

[drandmrst]

I like to read good relationship stories. Either romance or just life. I also like suspense although not real scary stuff. I am not looking for anything that is real sexual. I just want a good wholesome feel good story. Anyone got suggestions? Thanks.

[jessie]

I just finished reading Barbara Kingsolver's "A Prodigal Summer". It revolves around a SIL/husband's family, lady & boyfriend, and neighbor relationships ... all involving nature. I really like her books.

[k-mom]

John Grisham's A Painted House

[SusanH]

Ooh, I'm glad to read a good review of "A Prodigal Summer" - it's sitting in my pile of library books. :) This is my first Kingsolver book. I'm looking forward to it.

[tandpsmom]

The Thornbirds is wonderful! It follows a family and their relationships and is so great! In fact i will be reading it again soon because I miss the characters so much!!!


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[Bettie]

I would suggest Rosamunde Plicher. I really love her stories. Coming Home was one of my favorites from her. It's a love story set during WW II . It will leave you wanting to read more of her books.

[Caryl]

Rosamunde Pilcher is a great recommendation for you. I enjoyed her books of short stories.

Also, try Maeve Binchy!

[SusanH]

I'm reading The Saving Graces by Patricia Gaffney right now and it might be the sort of book you'd like. I'm only part-way into it, though.

I also recommend anything by Alice Hoffman, Where the Heart Is by Billie Letts, The Joy Luck Club by Amy Tan or Charms for the Easy Life by Kaye Gibbons.

[canonelle]

I also recommend "A Prodigal Summer", I've read it three times now and get more out of it every time. I wouldn't exactly call it 'upbeat', tho.

And, ditto on "The Joy Luck Club"...tres bien!