Not Enough Happiness for Me

I'm not sure what to say. I have heard that Alice Munro is one of the great short story writers of our day, and I had read nothing until now although I had seen the wonderful film, Away From Her, that was based on one of her stories. But this collection, Too Much Happiness,has puzzled me.

There is something turgid, although deeply competent, about the writing; and a similarity in structure to all the pieces in the volume. Start with a moment, then long flash back and back story, then return to the moment and move on from it.

Don't get me wrong. I enjoyed them, but I am not sure I would want read more of her stories. Will someone please tell me I am wrong?
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Published on October 15, 2012 03:00
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message 1: by Lisa (new)

Lisa Hayden Espenschade Zina, alas, I can't tell you you're wrong! I read several of her stories some years ago and felt the same as you... I haven't tried more stories since.


message 2: by Zina (new)

Zina Lisa wrote: "Zina, alas, I can't tell you you're wrong! I read several of her stories some years ago and felt the same as you... I haven't tried more stories since."

Oh dear. I am disappointed.


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