A well written story with likeable characters. I loved Dona Flor and her two husbands. Eventhough I knew what the book was about I was curious on what...moreA well written story with likeable characters. I loved Dona Flor and her two husbands. Eventhough I knew what the book was about I was curious on what Amado could possibly say about the story in 500+ pages. I was pleasantly surprised and entertained. (less)
One of the best literary works of this century. Urrea uses family testimonies, legends, archival research and much more to create a spellbinding story...moreOne of the best literary works of this century. Urrea uses family testimonies, legends, archival research and much more to create a spellbinding story of the Saint of Cabora. Who in fact was a real person. My absolute favorite part is from page 484-487. A beautiful story. Urrea does a wonderful job of using words to paint a novel that at times feels dream-like which borders on the line of Magical Realism. But for some reason I would not consider this book a work of Magical Realism.(less)
My favorite book of the entire series. I love Rivers exploration of the development of romantic love from a Christian viewpoint. I've fallen in love w...moreMy favorite book of the entire series. I love Rivers exploration of the development of romantic love from a Christian viewpoint. I've fallen in love with these characters and will probably read this book again before the year is out.(less)
Wow. Such a powerful novel. I loved the characters, especially Atretes and Hadasssah.Though I was rooting for a different ending and different relatio...moreWow. Such a powerful novel. I loved the characters, especially Atretes and Hadasssah.Though I was rooting for a different ending and different relationships develop, I have to say, I am very pleased with this book. Nothing went the way I thought it would but I enjoyed it none the less.(less)
Absolutely inspiring! I was first drawn to this book purely by the cover art. I walked around Barnes & Noble with this book clutched under my arm....moreAbsolutely inspiring! I was first drawn to this book purely by the cover art. I walked around Barnes & Noble with this book clutched under my arm. I hadn't seen a well designed Christian book...ever. When I sat down to read it, I knew I had to have it. This book is so insightful. I had never thought of the correlation between creativity and suffering. I loved it so much that I bought a second copy and sent it to my aunt in California. She had been paralyzed for a sometime and I thought this book would bring her joy. And it did! (less)
**spoiler alert** I am a little on the fence about this book.The story took a somewhat predictable turn.There are two climaxes, the birth and the volt...more**spoiler alert** I am a little on the fence about this book.The story took a somewhat predictable turn.There are two climaxes, the birth and the volturi and I'm not sure I like the second climax. I did like that we got to see the story from Jacob's point of view. That was definitely my favorite part. I also like that Bella has become more pro-active in protecting the people she loves. Although, I kind of new what her special ability would be, it is nice to see her more involved. Also didn't like the idea that Bella had been born to be a vampire, I felt like that was a little crazy. I think there could have been so much more to this book, maybe an additional book to follow breaking dawn. The ending wasn't disappointed but it wasn't superb either. It was just...okay.Despite a few hang ups I really enjoyed reading this series and I wish it wasn't over. (less)
Overall I liked New Moon, although I didn't like some of Bella's repetitive phrases...like exploding werewolves. I guess it shows the youth of the cha...moreOverall I liked New Moon, although I didn't like some of Bella's repetitive phrases...like exploding werewolves. I guess it shows the youth of the characters.(less)
Movie doesn't do it justice. There is so much more depth to the characters than what is portrayed on screen.I've never got teary eyed over book but I...moreMovie doesn't do it justice. There is so much more depth to the characters than what is portrayed on screen.I've never got teary eyed over book but I did from pages 594-604.Very good story...can't wait to see how Breaking Dawn fairs.(less)
Absolute Adore!! Marquez is a master story teller! I love the way time and reality bend and are constantly moving in this story. You will definitely e...moreAbsolute Adore!! Marquez is a master story teller! I love the way time and reality bend and are constantly moving in this story. You will definitely enjoy!(less)
I bought this book at first for my 3 year old cousin to go in his Easter Basket. I ended up keeping it and giving him 'One Fish Two Fish Red Fish Blue...moreI bought this book at first for my 3 year old cousin to go in his Easter Basket. I ended up keeping it and giving him 'One Fish Two Fish Red Fish Blue Fish' instead. Anyway such an encouraging book for anyone to read!(less)
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