Last night Dan went out quading with Anj and a friend, so I decided to catch up on laundry (5 loads!) and watch a movie. I watched Les Miserables (the 1998 version w/ Liam Neeson and Uma Thurman) and I really enjoyed it.
I've never read the book or seen the play (or seen any other version of the movie!) so it was totally new for me, which was fun. I really recommend it. The story is of a ex-convict and his parole officer and takes place over about about 30 years. I found myself thinking several times during the movie that I had no clue how it was going to end! So big props for that movie-- it was clean and very well done.
I also just re-read The Wedding by Nicholas Sparks. I am not a huge NS fan, (the sex scenes and occasional swearing irk me) but this one is one of my favorites, and if you are looking for a fun, easy, clean summer read, I recommend it highly. :-)
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I really would like to watch Les Miserables sometime too. I just need to do it! Also, I agree about Nicholas Sparks, somewhat predictable and stupid sex scenes. Has anyone read any new good authors lately?
I LOVED The Wedding, too; most of his stuff is predictable, and the characters are young and gorgeous... This one was fun because of the twist at the end.
My "new author" is Jody Piccoult, but most of you have already heard of/read her stuff. Shelley, if you haven't (I'm SURE you have though); she's a treat to read because of the way in which she deftly tackles serious topics.
Wow, Sarah! I can't believe you've finished that book already. Impressive.
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