Tag: novel
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All or Nothing by Claire Cross
Chick lit. Totally forgot about it, but my book journal says I devoured it, so…
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The Help by Kathryn Stockett
Saw the movie first and loved it. The book was too slow-moving for me after that, though I wish I’d powered through. Should have read it first.
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The Good Daughters by Joyce Maynard
More than a few twists that I didn’t expect—definitely a good read. Fun fact: author is Wilson Bethel‘s mom.
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Lord of the Flies by Sir William Golding
Hated it in high school. Loved it in university. Movie was decent. Simpson’s adaptation was awesome.
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The Scent of Rain and Lightning by Nancy Pickard
Unbalanced. The entire novel was spent leading up to an ending that was wrapped up far too quickly and neatly.
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The Virgin Cure by Ami McKay
Brilliant. Disgusting and astonishing that it’s based on historical facts.
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Still Life with Woodpecker by Tom Robbins
Too many tangents, but the relevant story line is actually quite good.
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Water for Elephants by Sara Gruen
Book: Very charming. A fabulous tale of love, distrust, enchantment and a whiskey loving circus elephant. Beautifully written. Movie: Meh