Non reader wanting to read

[eggchaser1987]

Right, unsure where to start really. When I was a child I have fond memories of parents reading to me, well mainly mother as my old man worked away a lot during the week but that's nether here nor there.

Anyway since a teen and up till now I have to admit, and I'm not proud of it, but I have not really read a full book. J would love to get into reading as much as some do, the OH likes to read and will happily sit and read most the evening.

I have a kindle but only use it as a tablet rather we than a reading device, so can anyone recommend me a good book that is simple to read but will keep me wanting more.

Regarding genera (hope that's spelt right) I was thinking something along the thriller kind of route, not really into mystical type things so something that may be believable and not a biography.

Thanks for the help, a hopeful New reader.

[RDMcG]

I would try a Lee Child thriller on the Jack Reacher series if you want something straightforward , engaging, and does not have very complex sentences.

[Nezquick]

Try Harlan Coben as well.
He does a great series of books featuring an ex-basketball player turned sports agent (with some private detective work thrown in) - Myron Bolitar is the character's name. He also has a psychotic side-kick millionaire friend who likes to kill/maim people when he gets the chance.

Very easy to read, a good series of books and they all have great plot twists and turns which you won't see coming.

[Crafty_]

What about some of the Tom Clancy "Jack Ryan" books ? they're pretty easy going and you'll (roughly) know some of the plot lines from the films.

[ali_kat]

Another vote for Harlem Coburn's Myron Botliar series here

I'll add James Patterson's Alex Cross novels, fast moving, short chapters that suck you in as you find yourself saying I'll just read one more chapter (they are only @ 3 pages max) & they twist & turn so you keep guessing who did it.

Personally, I dislike Lee Child's writing style, although the books are great (IYKWIM)

[eggchaser1987]

Thanks for the suggestions. Couple there to give a try.

[Jayyylo]

Although it's not a thriller, I've recently finished 'the one hundred year old man who climbed out a window and disappeared'. It was very funny and I kept wanting to pick it up again. The book is highly recommended.

[Big Pants]

Child & Coben are both great suggestions. Some of Stephen King's more recent stuff like Doctor Sleep or 11/22/63 are excellent too.

I'm going to add in my book of last year (I think) which I recommend to everyone of reading age and above.

"Wonder" by RJ Palacio. Simple, easy to read and both laugh out loud funny and desperately sad in equal measure. Fantastic thing.

While on holiday I also read John Green's "The Fault in Our Stars" in between more challenging stuff. Totally get why it's a bestseller. Beautifully written and an absolutely compelling read, and by the second page you're completely immersed in the story.

Let us know how you get on.

[BoRED S2upid]

There are a whole series of quick reads very short stories could be ideal to start you off there is satisfaction with finishing a book.

[eggchaser1987]

Thanks again, few more to give a try and see how I get on. I will download a couple this evening and give one a go.

Jayyylo, just from the title I am intrigued. Think I may have to give it a go.

[Derek Withers]

A book I have read recently that sort of fits your criteria is "All you need is kill" by Hiroshi Sakurazaka.

It is a sci fi novel but its quite short and fast paced. The first time I read it I finished it in one go in a few hours. I have actually re read it a few times and I think it would fit the bill for something to get you started.

[tertius]

Anything by PG Wodehouse (except the Jeeves and Wooster books).

[willis1337]

http://www.donovancreed.com/DonovanCreed.aspx

All other books he's written are great too (if you like westerns, defo Emmett Love series).

[Prawnboy]

I worked in a book shop for 5 years & we would often recommend a good way into books is to read the original book of a film you like. This gets you into the story a lot easier and quicker and then you will see how much better the written word can be.
Often this will lead to you devouring more books by that author.

[spikeyhead]

For action, I like Andy MacNab as easy reading.

I'd also recommend Tom Sharpe to make you laugh, start with Wilt, the Throwback and Blott on the Landscape.

[K12beano]

eggchaser1987 said:

When I was a child I have fond memories of parents reading to me....

Have you thought about Audio Books?

In a busy world when you don't always have time to sit down and settle into reading, or you have a short commute or need to commute by car, it's a possible compromise?

[Aerate]

Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy. Accessible, funny, big ideas made crystal clear....

[Zad]

Absolutely anything by Terry Pratchett. If forced to select just one, Guards Guards would probably be a good place to start (Sam Vimes is basically a medieval Dirty Harry). His genius is not just the plots and characters, but he writes what appears to be fairly simple and plain English. The thing is though, if you are a bit more experienced with playing around with language, there is an awful lot more "between the lines" that you can read into it. He doesn't make you feel stupid for not seeing things, it is just that now and then something goes >ting< in your brain and you think "I see what you did there!".

[pingu393]

I've just started reading after many years away from books. I do the reading in the toilet. Short, sharp bursts (of literature )

[The Moose]

I'd had a crack at Clive Cussler - easy to read. Trashy, but I enjoy them.