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Piranesi

Susanna Clarke

Start date: July 1, 2022

Finish date: July 31, 2022

Why we're reading this: July 2022 group read for "parallel reality"…more
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Jun 17, 2021 Chessa rated it really liked it

Shelves: sf_fantasy, libby, hugo-nominee

I liked this much, much more than the author’s previous book (and I’m likely in the minority on that, but it’s the truth). This starts off in a verrrrrry WTF kind of place, but I will say that I found the work of this book equal to its reveal (not the case with Jonathan Strange and Mr Norrell for me). As the story wove on, I found myself much more interested in picking the book back up. Worth the read!

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May 03, 2021 Christine H rated it it was amazing

This is very different, and I loved it! It's Weird, but mostly in a very beautiful, poetic way. Everything about it is compelling, and there's definitely dramatic tension, but it also feels dreamy. The narrator is intelligent, resourceful, courageous, loving, and kind, but almost immediately the reader sees that there's a naivete that may be problematic. So much of his joy in life comes from unhesitating, total acceptance - is that a good thing, or a danger? So, no surprise that there are strong ...more

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Jun 27, 2021 Judy rated it it was amazing

Shelves: bookgroup, favorites, fiction, fantasy

A mysterious, atmospheric book that captured me completely. At first reading there's much that is inexplicable, but in a beautiful, chill-inducing way. So many levels, both literally and figuratively. It's a hard book to get into - thanks to Jane for recommending that I pay less attention to the external information (dates, building details) and more to the conversations. ...more

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Oct 01, 2021 Teresa rated it it was amazing

Shelves: inclusive-2021

Such a beautiful story, from the writing to the MC to the world building. Just fantastic. And quite gripping even though seemingly not much happens in a lot of the book. Highly recommend.

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