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This novel is a bit of a departure from the previous Thursday Next novels in that it's told by the written counterpart to the Thursday who narrated the first five novels. As a huge fan of the series, I gobbled this book up as soon as it arrived on my doorstep. It took a little while to get used to the voice of the written Thursday, but I really grew to like her. She gives the reader a different perspective on the "real world" Thursday. There are of course the literary references and wit typical of Fforde's book, and we get a reimagined version of the book world. Despite the fact that Fforde draws from well known books, he writes a very clever and original story. If you love fiction and haven't read any of Fforde's books before, start at the beginning with The Eyre Affair.
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This is the third book in the Hunger Games trilogy. Even though this book is marketed to young adults, it really is just as exciting a read for adults. This trilogy shows a futuristic dystopia where the masses are controlled by an extreme version of reality TV broadcast by the government. Katniss is the main character, and it's refreshing to see such a strong, smart female protagonist. Collins shows us that when violence is involved, there are ultimately no winners. I like that she doesn't make this a story where everyone is happy when they kill the bad guys. There are consequences for everyone's actions. In an age where the information broadcast on TV and the Internet has a huge effect on what we think and do, Collins's trilogy raises a lot of questions about what we accept as truth.
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Şafak is one of the best contemporary Turkish writers. Forget trying to force your way through the overblown prose of Orhan Pamuk, try Şafak instead. Out of all the Turkish literature I have read, Şafak's work (especially in this book) best captures the eccentric vibe of Istanbul.
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I finished this book a few days ago, but the story still lingers in my mind. The way that Stephen King writes about Sara Laughs and the surrounding town makes me want to move there--ghosts and all! The story is very tangible and engaging.
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Living Between Danger and Love is the kind of book you continue to think about long after you finish the last page. The story alternates between the events following the murder of a student in her department and Jones's own story. This creates a well written and thought provoking work.
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One of Our Thursdays Is Missing by Jasper Fforde
Stephanie Hammerwold, January 1, 2012
This novel is a bit of a departure from the previous Thursday Next novels in that it's told by the written counterpart to the Thursday who narrated the first five novels. As a huge fan of the series, I gobbled this book up as soon as it arrived on my doorstep. It took a little while to get used to the voice of the written Thursday, but I really grew to like her. She gives the reader a different perspective on the "real world" Thursday. There are of course the literary references and wit typical of Fforde's book, and we get a reimagined version of the book world. Despite the fact that Fforde draws from well known books, he writes a very clever and original story. If you love fiction and haven't read any of Fforde's books before, start at the beginning with The Eyre Affair.(1 of 2 readers found this comment helpful)
Mockingjay (The Hunger Games #3) by Suzanne Collins
Stephanie Hammerwold, January 22, 2011
This is the third book in the Hunger Games trilogy. Even though this book is marketed to young adults, it really is just as exciting a read for adults. This trilogy shows a futuristic dystopia where the masses are controlled by an extreme version of reality TV broadcast by the government. Katniss is the main character, and it's refreshing to see such a strong, smart female protagonist. Collins shows us that when violence is involved, there are ultimately no winners. I like that she doesn't make this a story where everyone is happy when they kill the bad guys. There are consequences for everyone's actions. In an age where the information broadcast on TV and the Internet has a huge effect on what we think and do, Collins's trilogy raises a lot of questions about what we accept as truth.(2 of 3 readers found this comment helpful)
The Flea Palace
Stephanie Hammerwold, April 14, 2008
Şafak is one of the best contemporary Turkish writers. Forget trying to force your way through the overblown prose of Orhan Pamuk, try Şafak instead. Out of all the Turkish literature I have read, Şafak's work (especially in this book) best captures the eccentric vibe of Istanbul.(5 of 5 readers found this comment helpful)
Bag of Bones: A Novel by Stephen King
Stephanie Hammerwold, April 14, 2008
I finished this book a few days ago, but the story still lingers in my mind. The way that Stephen King writes about Sara Laughs and the surrounding town makes me want to move there--ghosts and all! The story is very tangible and engaging.(4 of 7 readers found this comment helpful)
Living Between Danger and Love: The Limits of Choice by Kathleen Jones
Stephanie Hammerwold, March 19, 2008
Living Between Danger and Love is the kind of book you continue to think about long after you finish the last page. The story alternates between the events following the murder of a student in her department and Jones's own story. This creates a well written and thought provoking work.(4 of 6 readers found this comment helpful)
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