Nicola’s answer to “I really tried, but istening to this book is impossible. I want to appreciate the voices, the story…” > Likes and Comments
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My guess: he was thinking he had something new and interesting to say. It rewards a patient reader many times.
Nicola, I'm with you on this one. I did think it unique, but indebted to other unique writers like Joyce. Style over substance.
Please try again. Slow down and relax about it. It is so worth it.
I feel validated after reading your review, Nicola. I downloaded this book on my Kindle before a cruise, while I still had WiFi. Once underway, I curled up in a shaded lounger on the lido deck. anxious to dive into a wonderful novel. IMAGINE my surprise and utter disappointment just a few pages in! This is NOT a novel you take on vacation, especially having never read a single review or description beforehand. A book is a commitment, an agreement you make with the author to to spend valuable time with their words. I felt so cheated.
My bad.
Now that I'm home, I have since "figured out" what's going on in the story, quite proud of myself for doing so actually, because it took such effort, and I'll admit, I am quite intrigued with this strange little novel. I only wish I could discuss it with others. I have so many questions about the distracting format, its confusing story line and bizarre characters.
Good luck readers. Be prepared for a challenge.
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My guess: he was thinking he had something new and interesting to say. It rewards a patient reader many times.
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Nicola, I'm with you on this one. I did think it unique, but indebted to other unique writers like Joyce. Style over substance.
Please try again. Slow down and relax about it. It is so worth it.
I feel validated after reading your review, Nicola. I downloaded this book on my Kindle before a cruise, while I still had WiFi. Once underway, I curled up in a shaded lounger on the lido deck. anxious to dive into a wonderful novel. IMAGINE my surprise and utter disappointment just a few pages in! This is NOT a novel you take on vacation, especially having never read a single review or description beforehand. A book is a commitment, an agreement you make with the author to to spend valuable time with their words. I felt so cheated.My bad.
Now that I'm home, I have since "figured out" what's going on in the story, quite proud of myself for doing so actually, because it took such effort, and I'll admit, I am quite intrigued with this strange little novel. I only wish I could discuss it with others. I have so many questions about the distracting format, its confusing story line and bizarre characters.
Good luck readers. Be prepared for a challenge.
