Debbie’s Comments (group member since May 18, 2011)

Debbie’s comments from the Should have read classics group.

I could see where Aslan could be a representation of Jesus, but this story could also be enjoyed by a non-Christian.

I agree that Uncle Andrew was a real jerk throughout the whole story.

I wondered what happened to Polly.

Gone With The Wind

I'm also reading Gone With The Wind.

Lisa wrote: "Never knew that McD's gave out bookmarks. Do they have scratch and sniff ones that smell like french fries? YUM!"

No, but they have pictures of their delicious coffees and are hard to resist....a genius of a marketing tool!

That sounds great! How about for next month? We would have To Kill a Mockingbirdand [book:The Yearling|1595..."

Wonderful! I read it years ago and have been wanting to read it again. Thanks!

It helps to make notes as you read.

I collect bookmarks and try to use one that pertains to the book. For example, I used one that advertised the circus when I read Water for Elephants.

I also use postcards that people send me, and a lot of book stores and even restaurants give away bookmarks, not to mention the library. I don't use the McDonald's bookmarks very much because they make me want a coffee! HA!

I use a post-it note to mark where I left off reading if it's in the middle of the page.

I would never dog-ear pages. I'm from the generation that was taught that's a big no no.

It's the first book in the story, telling how Narnia started. I am listening to the audio by Kenneth Branagh. It's fantastic. I will probably listen to all six books since I have them handy.

I've just finished chapter 33, and it seems almost as if I'm reading a different book. The storyline has changed so much. The stories in the last few chapters are interesting and exciting, and I suppose they will tie into the rest of the chapters eventually.

I'd like to add The Yearling to the list of possibilities.

I was choked up when Becky said she didn't think she could make it another day.

I finished the book and really enjoyed it.

Maisie Dobbs
It is the story of a woman psychologist/private investigator in the early 1920's in London. It's very interesting and well written.

I had also wondered about Balzac since seeing The Music Man, but I never did research his books. What book do you recommend starting with when reading Balzac?

I'm also reading Ethan Frome. It's such a sad story.

I read this book last year and really enjoyed it. If you have some time, read about the author and his plans to write other books in the series and his family fighting over his estate. It's all very interesting. I think in real life he was a lot like Blomqvist.

I am starting chapter 12 now. I am having a little trouble understanding all the politics involved with the story.

I have it on my Kindle, and I'm ready for July 1st.

I finished the book and really enjoyed it. I was a bit puzzled by the ending but it is a children's story. I also thought it was strange that they were so broke but would spend money they didn't even have on the penguins. Then they had lots of money but couldn't manage it. I guess Mr. Popper was like a mad scientist. I can't believe I never even heard of this book. Now I want to see the movie. Jim Carey is the perfect actor to play Mr. Popper.

I've finished 3 chapters but I'm trying to catch up.