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Jane is a retelling of the classic tale Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte. While I give it kudos for being one of the few re-tellings out there I have to give it a poor rating.
Jane tells the story of 19 year old Jane who after loosing her parents and struggling to stay in school, takes up the job as a nanny for an aging rock star. Adventure and romance ensues yes but as a modern retelling it falls flat. The author tried really hard to stay true to the original, to the point of plagiarism in my opinion. At one point, a scene in the book was nearly word for word as the original.
The only thing that made this modern is the fact that its set in our time period. There are a few f bombs thrown in as well, as well as a sex scene that didn't go into graphic detail as some authors do. The romance itself feels forced and holds nothing to the true version of the tale. I could go on about the inconsistency of modern times with this book.
Honestly I'd give this book one star if it wasn't for the fact its one of the rare retellings and the cover is nice. For those that loved the classic, stick with the classic and pass this book up. Jane Eyre was a revolutionary character, independent and self assured. Whereas our modern Jane seems nothing more than obsessed teenager.
Perchance to Dream is the second novel in the series 'Theatre Illuminata'. Although just as breathtaking as Eye's like Stars, this story takes on a different quest. Bertie, her faeries and Ariel are racing against time to save Nate, who has been taken by the evil sea witch. On top of that Bertie is trying to figure out her new found ability, making her writings come to life and living life outside the Theater. New characters abound and not only that Berties feelings for Nate and Ariel come to light. The writing like I said before is good, if a bit rushed in some areas and sometimes a bit confusing in my opinion. Stick with it and you come to the climatic end, which I found really interesting. If you loved the first book, chances are you will enjoy this one.
The Curse of the Wendigo is the second book in the Monstrumologist series by Rick Yancey. While there are not many frightening moments in this book as there was in the first, we get to see a more in depth version of the characters. Fleshing them out more and making them seem more real. The Doctor and Will travel to Canada in search of a missing friend amidst horrible tales of the Wendigo and dropping temperatures. The Doctor believes nothing of the stories even though something hunts them on their quest to save a friend. Will they make it? Even at a slower pace this book is engaging and in my opinion gives a bit of a hint at what will happen in the third book. The writing is brilliant, and spellbinding even at its most grisliest. If you enjoyed the first book no doubt you will enjoy The Curse of the Wendigo.
this was a bit of brain numbing fun, something to read just for a break of everything else. Not the greatest but not the worst. Something to read when you have nothing else to read.
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Jane by April Lindner
gardeninmypocket, March 30, 2011
Jane is a retelling of the classic tale Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte. While I give it kudos for being one of the few re-tellings out there I have to give it a poor rating.Jane tells the story of 19 year old Jane who after loosing her parents and struggling to stay in school, takes up the job as a nanny for an aging rock star. Adventure and romance ensues yes but as a modern retelling it falls flat. The author tried really hard to stay true to the original, to the point of plagiarism in my opinion. At one point, a scene in the book was nearly word for word as the original.
The only thing that made this modern is the fact that its set in our time period. There are a few f bombs thrown in as well, as well as a sex scene that didn't go into graphic detail as some authors do. The romance itself feels forced and holds nothing to the true version of the tale. I could go on about the inconsistency of modern times with this book.
Honestly I'd give this book one star if it wasn't for the fact its one of the rare retellings and the cover is nice. For those that loved the classic, stick with the classic and pass this book up. Jane Eyre was a revolutionary character, independent and self assured. Whereas our modern Jane seems nothing more than obsessed teenager.
Theatre Illuminata #2: Perchance to Dream by Lisa Mantchev
gardeninmypocket, March 24, 2011
Perchance to Dream is the second novel in the series 'Theatre Illuminata'. Although just as breathtaking as Eye's like Stars, this story takes on a different quest. Bertie, her faeries and Ariel are racing against time to save Nate, who has been taken by the evil sea witch. On top of that Bertie is trying to figure out her new found ability, making her writings come to life and living life outside the Theater. New characters abound and not only that Berties feelings for Nate and Ariel come to light. The writing like I said before is good, if a bit rushed in some areas and sometimes a bit confusing in my opinion. Stick with it and you come to the climatic end, which I found really interesting. If you loved the first book, chances are you will enjoy this one.The Curse of the Wendigo (Monstrumologist #02) by Rick Yancey
gardeninmypocket, March 24, 2011
The Curse of the Wendigo is the second book in the Monstrumologist series by Rick Yancey. While there are not many frightening moments in this book as there was in the first, we get to see a more in depth version of the characters. Fleshing them out more and making them seem more real. The Doctor and Will travel to Canada in search of a missing friend amidst horrible tales of the Wendigo and dropping temperatures. The Doctor believes nothing of the stories even though something hunts them on their quest to save a friend. Will they make it? Even at a slower pace this book is engaging and in my opinion gives a bit of a hint at what will happen in the third book. The writing is brilliant, and spellbinding even at its most grisliest. If you enjoyed the first book no doubt you will enjoy The Curse of the Wendigo.The Lesser Kindred
gardeninmypocket, December 11, 2008
A good sequel to Song of the Silence, and definitely a good bridge book to the final installment Redeeming the lost.Dead Perfect by Amanda Ashley
gardeninmypocket, November 24, 2008
this was a bit of brain numbing fun, something to read just for a break of everything else. Not the greatest but not the worst. Something to read when you have nothing else to read.1-5 of 10next