Erin *Proud Book Hoarder* answers “I'm apprehensive about reading this book....”

A Goodreads user asked this question about The Godfather (The Godfather, #1):

I'm apprehensive about reading this book. This is typically a genre I wouldn't read (not to mention I haven't seen the trilogy) but I know it's a classic best-seller. Why should I read the book? What should I take away from the book? Why do you recommend it to me?

Erin *Proud Book Hoarder* First, it's well written. Puzo has an authentic, almost poetic writing style that is absorbing. Second, the story is an age old classic of a son tryin…moreFirst, it's well written. Puzo has an authentic, almost poetic writing style that is absorbing. Second, the story is an age old classic of a son trying not to become the father. There's moving moments, great dialogue, it holds emotional punch, and is definitely worth its reputation.(less)

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