Nancy Colello answers “I am nearly at page 100 and I am really...”

Anne Earley asked this question about Shantaram:

I am nearly at page 100 and I am really not enjoying this book! This is disconcerting as everyone else raves about it! Is it me or is the book? Should I persevere?

Nancy Colello I think the discrepancy in likability has something to do with what generation you are from. I am in my 50's and did not find the characters individua…moreI think the discrepancy in likability has something to do with what generation you are from. I am in my 50's and did not find the characters individuals I would like to spend time with. I think this book seems to be meant for a male, 20-something year old. I hate to stereotype, and perhaps I will get a lot of heat for doing so here, but the whole time I read it, I couldn't help but think that. In the end, I did find the story ok and he had some good insights to share.(less)

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