Although I enjoyed reading ONE FOR THE BOOKS, it quickly became apparent that Mr. Queenan doesn't think a lot of book groups and/or popular fiction choices. Even with his constant jabs at popular fiction and "low-brow" reading tastes, it was interesting to read about the books that impacted his life. I must admit that many of these books and authors were unknown to me, I did find myself jotting down titles and authors to check out for future reads. I'm not sure how this book will fare as a book group read, but I'm definitely glad I read it.

Joe Queenan seems to be, and writes this book as such, a cantankerous old codger. He is grumpy about certain books, book clubs, book store owners, and others who read books...BUT! he does share his affection for, and dedication to, reading books of all genres, and makes some excellent suggestions for future choices for this reader. Don\\\'t let his querulous nature stop you from, at the very least, scanning this book for its sometimes quite funny take on reading.