The Count of Monte Cristo

[Lisa]

I am up to Chapter XLV (page 514) which is 40% of the way through.

Chapter XXXVII- (view spoiler)[I felt sorry for the Count of Monte Cristo when Albert shook his hand after Monte Cristo rescued him from Luigi Vampa. You could see by the way he trembled how much it pained him to take hold of this man's hand, the man who should/would have been his own son if everything had gone to plan. (hide spoiler)]

Chapter XXXIX- (view spoiler)[I liked how the Count's face went slightly red when he was introduced to Maximilien Morrel at Albert's breakfast. I think that was definitely a mixture of pride and affection. (hide spoiler)]

Chapter XLI- (view spoiler)[What to make of the scene where the Count came face-to-face with Mercédès and Fernand again! Fernand definitely does not recognise Dantès but I am not sure about Mercèdès The way she went pale makes me think that she did recognise him but that would make her the only person so far who has worked out who he truly is. Unless it was just her thinking that this man bore a resemblance to Dantès and that was why she paled? I guess we will find out either way. (hide spoiler)]

Chapter XLIV- (view spoiler)[Bertuccio's story was interesting. I wonder if he did actually kill Villefort? He definitely stabbed him but did Villefort actually die from the wound? Either way, it would appear that Villefort had been up to his old tricks again by refusing to help Bertuccio so I am not surprised that Bertuccio had a vendetta against him!

Also, it would appear that the diamond that Dantès gave to Caderousse was real after all. I have a feeling that not much good is going to come from him having possession of it though. (hide spoiler)]

[Sarah]

Yes. I've loving 'The Hunger Games'. I think I may ahve to finish it today so I can carry on with this.

[Sarah]

RE Chapters 34,35 & 36: (view spoiler)[Hah I thought that was pretty funny too, from the description she has given it did seem to me that he looked like a vampire, and that he barely touched his food when he ate amoungst others made iit even more suspicious. But we know he's not =P

I really liked the story in Rome, I really want to go there and visit catacombs, the Colosseum and St. Peter's even more so now. It's nice that you can imagine where they are. I thought th atmosphere in the Colosseum was rather intriguing and a little creepy at the same time.

It is sad that Dantes has changed so much =[ He really is going to be out for revenge, I think I agree with what he said in a way, that legal punishment doesn't really make you repent, you get your head cut off and there is no more thinking. But with revenge you kind of live in hell, whilst this person is torturing you. But on the other hand I can see that two wrongs dont make a right.. lol (hide spoiler)]

WHAT! How'd you figure that out. I only got it after (view spoiler)[Albert states that he lives on an estate back in PAris with his father and mother, and then I knew (hide spoiler)]

I'm up to 'The Breakfast' now, and will continue reading this book today. No more getting distracted =P

[Laura]

They're hooked!! *cackles with glee*

[Lisa]

Lol! We are Laura! :D

Sarah, (view spoiler)[with regards to Albert being the son of Fernand and Mercèdès, I vaguely remembered it being mentioned by Caderousse earlier on in the book (Chapter XXVII) that Fernand had become known as the Comte de Morcerf so when I saw that Albert was also called de Morcerf, I guessed that he had to be their son. (hide spoiler)]

I didn't read any more yesterday but I will read a few more chapters later. I am going to be starting another book tomorrow for the monthly challenge so I will probably slow down a bit with this.

[Sarah]

RE Chapter 41: (view spoiler)[Yes, I'm pretty sure Fernand didn't recognise him at all. But I think you could be right about Mercedes. I thought when she asked about the count's age that may have triggered something in her. And yes the paleness of her complexion when she came in, suggests she could have possibly recognised him. I have a feeling she may have a slight idea, but think that it's impossible. I have a feeling whilst Fernand is busy with his politics, they will talk often, and he will tell her or at least hint at it =] hehe, exciting. (hide spoiler)]

[Lisa]

I am up to Chapter LI (page 572).

Chapter XLV- (view spoiler)[I can't believe that Caderousse killed the jeweller over the diamond! I guess it shouldn't come as any surprise though as he always came across as greedy. Dantès obviously knew something like that would happen which is why he gave him the diamond. It was a very clever way of getting revenge. That is one down, three to go. (hide spoiler)]

Chapters XLVII & XLVIII- (view spoiler)[I really enjoyed the parts in these two chapters when the Count came face-to-face with Danglars and Villefort (who survived being attacked by Bertuccio). I loved how he talked down to both of them and didn't show them much respect! I also like how he is working his way into the affections of their families and friends. It looks like he is going to end up destroying them from the inside out. (hide spoiler)]

Chapter XLIX- (view spoiler)[It was nice to get a bit more insight into Haydèe in this chapter. She seems to be completely in love with the Count. I wonder if this will prove significant later on in terms of his potential reconciliation with Mercèdes? Could a love triangle be on the cards? (hide spoiler)]

Chapter L- (view spoiler)[So, Morrel claimed on his deathbed that Edmond Dantès was the man who came to his and his family's rescue 9 years earlier! I wonder if he actually knew for certain that it was Dantès or whether it was just a delusion caused by his imminent death? Either way, I reckon the Morrel family will work it out eventually. My money is on Julie being the one to figure out that the Count was the man who saved them, seeing as she mentioned that she felt that the Count's voice was familiar to her. I thought it was really sweet how the Count got choked up when they were telling him about the 'angel' who saved them and how grateful they were to him. You could see how much it meant to him. I also couldn't help but smile because they were so thankful to this man yet they had no idea that he was standing right there in front of them! (hide spoiler)]

[Sarah]

Hehe. I'm up to Chapter 52. I was just about to type and you beat me too it lol =D

(view spoiler)[I know I couldn't believe it either. I was wondering, who killed La Concarte (not sure of the spelling off the top of my head), did she go into the room to kill the jeweller, or did he go in and do them both in I wonder? As he left in a hurry and I don't think he loved his wife.

I was thinking this also, I think he'll get himself into the hearts of the families and tear them apart. I'm not sure whether he will reveal himself or not.

I quite like Haydèe, it's kind of him to tell her she is free in France, as earlier on I think he wasn't planning to tell her. But I truely think she loves him, I'm not sure he does her though. I'd liek a little more background on how they met and such. It seems from that chapter there is more to her story, something about her parents as well. I'm sure that'll come soon.

Hehe, yes I think it may have been like an epiphany, and he'd just figured it out perhaps. It's sad Morrel is dead, I liked him, even though he wasn't in the story much. But what he tried to do for Dantes whilst he was in prison, proved to me he cared about him so much, maybe more like a father and son than a captain and owner of a ship.

I have a feeling it'll be Julie too. It was nice to see he did still ahve some good feelings inside of him. I think Dantes really cares about Ali too, the way they interract with one anohter =]
(hide spoiler)]

[Sarah]

Chaptr 52:(view spoiler)[ Hmm, so it seems that Dantes special medicine, is really poison in a large dose. And he's going to give some to Madame de Vilefort? I think she may do away with someone she dislikes if that is the case.. I hope it won't be Valentine.. (hide spoiler)]

[Sarah]

I've got up to Chapter 60 now 55% phew.

Chapter 54 & 55: (view spoiler)[I am wondering who the two Cavalcanti really are. It seems they are up to no good. It's looks as if Andrea is more concerned of how much money he'll receive. So I'm interested to find out how they play into the story. (hide spoiler)]

Chapter 59: (view spoiler)[I liked how Nortier, decided that if his grand-daughter married Epinay (again unsure of spelling) that no one would inherit his money. I have a bad feeling that Villefort won't give a damn, and will break the conditions, just so he can get to that money. I really hope Valentine gets to marry Maximallian. (hide spoiler)]

[Lisa]

I didn't read any more of this yesterday but will get back to it tonight. I am looking forward to reading your spoilers :)

[Sarah]

Ookay =] Are you enjoying 'Frog Music'?

[Lisa]

Hmm, sort of. I quite like the writing style and the scene setting but I don't feel particularly connected to any of the characters at the moment. I am only 86 pages in though so maybe that will change when I get further through.

[Sarah]

Hmmm, hopefully yes, I find sometimes I have to read over 100 pages and then I'm gripped. Good that the writing style and scene setting is good so far. Hopefully soon you'll connect to characters =]

[Lisa]

I am up to Chapter LV (page 621).

Chapter LII- Sarah, (view spoiler)[I was surprised at Dantès 'medicine' being poison. I am concerned that he has given the recipe to Madame de Villefort as like you, I have a feeling that she may end up giving it to someone she doesn't like. I hope it isn't Valentine too! Or Maximilien! (hide spoiler)]

Chapter LIV- (view spoiler)[I like the relationship that is developing between Albert and the Count. Albert seems really fond of him and I think the Count feels the same way. It is almost like they are starting to form a father/son bond of sorts. I wonder if that is also part of the Count's plan, to 'steal' Albert away from Fernand?

Also, I am starting to wonder about what is going to happen between the Count and Mercèdes. He seems very reluctant to see her again at the moment. Maybe it is because it is too painful for him to see her, knowing that she married his enemy but I am also wondering if his feelings for Haydèe are stronger and deeper than he is letting on and he is conflicted by what he feels for the two women. Talking of Haydèe, it was interesting to learn that she too has major grievances with Fernand. Dantès was obviously not the only person whose life he has destroyed over the years! (hide spoiler)]

[Sarah]

I'm up to Chapter 78 now.

RE to your comment: (view spoiler)[I really like the relationship that's occuring between them both too. I think it is very much like a father and son thing, it's really quite sweet, how kind he is to Albert. I think they are my favourote characters, as well as Maximillian and Velentine =]

I still think they'll get together. You'll see why soon. (hide spoiler)]

Chapter 74: (view spoiler)[When the Marquis de Saint-Meran passed away, I thought it was the poison, and it was confirmed from the conversation Maximillian overhead in the garden. I was shocked that the poison would be used on her as what does Madame de Villefort have to gain from the death of her step-daughters grandmother =/ (hide spoiler)]

Chapter 77: (view spoiler)[I think I know what is going to happen or at least I hope what will heppen. Andrea may get with Eugenie, Maximillian with Valentine, Albert with Haidee. Not sure what'll happen to Franz d'Epinay. But I can just see things moving in that direction. Families torn apart. Where Eugenie wants to be in the world of music not aristocracy, she may find out that Andrea is not rich but they run away together to be in music. Maximillian being a 'commoner' will marry Valentine and she won't care whether she has little money or not (although I think with all that has left her she won't need to rely on Maximillian anyway). And Haidee I can see falling i love with Albert the only other man she has come into contact with. Although I'm not 100% as I gathered Albert's father Fernand killed her father? Is that right? (hide spoiler)]

Can't wait to see what you think =D

[Lisa]

I have got a lot of catching up to do. I haven't read this at all for the past 2 days as I was trying to finish 'Frog Music' and I wanted to make some headway with 'The Prisoner of Heaven'. I will hopefully get back to it tomorrow, although I will probably only read it in the evenings until I finish TPOH. I can't wait to check out your spoilers :)

[Lisa]

I am up to Chapter LIX (page 660) so I am finally at the halfway point :)

Chapter LV & LVI- (view spoiler)[I also think that the two 'Cavalcanti' gentlemen are up to no good. Both seem a little too interested in money. With things going the way they are in this book, I reckon we will definitely see them again later in the story. What's the betting that they will end up falling spectacularly from grace? Also, I thought it was really funny when they thought the Count was no longer around and they were talking normally and plotting amongst themselves and then as soon as the Count came back in, they started hugging each other and putting on this false act! They had no idea that he was spying on them the whole time! (hide spoiler)]

Chapter LVIII- (view spoiler)[I really like the relationship between Valentine and her grandfather, how she is the only one who shows any interest and affection for him and how they have learnt to communicate with each other through his eye movements. I am glad that he appears to object to her marriage, I really want her to marry Maximilien and be happy! Somehow, I just know Villefort will do whatever he can to make sure her planned marriage goes ahead. (hide spoiler)]

(view spoiler)[I am probably barking up the wrong tree here, but I can't help but think that Madame de Villefort may be love with the Count. She seems completely obsessed with him. It might be that she is just fascinated by him and is desperate to keep in favour with him but there is a small part of me that thinks that her feelings might run deeper than that. If so, I am wondering if it was all part of the Count's big plan or whether it has just worked out that way. (hide spoiler)]

[Sarah]

RE: (view spoiler)[Oh definetely, I thought that was pretty funny that Monte Cristo was spying on them, and then when he returned the jumped into each others arms lol. I hope they get revealed. Benedetto is Andrea, I think that's what Bertuccio said anyway.

Oh me too =] I thought it was pretty amazing that they can communicate so well through eye movements. It seems they both care about each other so much. It doesn't seem like anyone else does in the household, I think Villefort looked after him out of hoping to gain his money when he pases on.

It could be very possible about Madame de Villefort, I don't see it myself, but I believe she's had an affair already with Debray.

I can see her daughter being unhappy whoever she marries, maybe she just wants to be free and be in music. Or she could even like Louise de'Amilly. (hide spoiler)]

[Sarah]

I'm nearly at the end now and trying to remember everything lol.

Chapter 82-83: (view spoiler)[ I can't believe Caderousse, he's such a greedy man, I think after he recieved the diamond that was it, he just wanted more. I didn't feel too sorry for him to be honest. (hide spoiler)]

Chapter 83-90: (view spoiler)[I fif feel sorry for Albert, I think he is a good son, and even though Fernand has done wrongly he still doesn't want to bring shame upon his family. So I was cringing when he made the challenge to the count eep. I'm glad it managed to work out in the end, and even though he may be looked upon as a 'coward' from Parisians, I think it was a relly brave and nobl thing to do, especially since the count has helped him out. Although I think now there will be a rift in their relationship which is sad cuz I liked how they were together =[ (hide spoiler)]

Chapter 95-98: (view spoiler)[I found it quite funny how Andrea sneaked out of the room when the gendarmes came, I can just imagine it, skirting round the room and running out lol. I like the fact that Eugenie, seems like a very strong character and wants her own life. I like how they manage to escape with her dressed as a man and then when Andrea falls into their room, and the screams, I just couldn't help but laugh, that scene was pretty funny. (hide spoiler)]

Chapter 100-103: (view spoiler)[I'm wondering what the count has done with Valentine, I'm pretty sure she's not dead, at least I really hope not =/ I think he's hidden her somewhere for now until Villefort is dealt with, as I'm guessing that family will have some shame brought down on them when Dantes is finished with them. I do feel sad for Morrel, I wish the count would have told him, but I think if he had Morrel would't have been able to keep the excitement at bay and the plan would have failed. (hide spoiler)]

Chapter 112-113: (view spoiler)[I think your right =] I think he's in love with Haidee, I just think because Mercedes couldn't wait and married Fernand; I think she believed Dantes to be dead for sure and didn't want to be alone, that he feels she betrayed him. I'm really excited to see what happens with Haidee now, as I think she's loved him (that's quite clear in a few earlier chapters) and now he's realised her loves her =D YAY at least I hope this has a happy ending for him. (hide spoiler)]

[Almeta]

Would you believe that I am just starting this today? The May Challenge and the Toppler planning got in my way!☻

I've got a lot of catching up to do!

[Lisa]

You will probably catch me up in no time Almeta. I am only at the halfway point :)

[Almeta]

Lisa wrote: "You will probably catch me up in no time Almeta. I am only at the halfway point :)"

Really? I don't know. The unabridged version, all 1276 pages, is a lot of book!

Oh well, it should keep me occupied until the Toppler!☺

[Lisa]

It is a lot of book. This buddy read started over 3 weeks ago and I am only 52% of the way through. I am such a slowcoach. I am aiming to finish before the toppler but we shall see. It is a great book though! :)

[Sarah]

Wow, I've finished =D I love it. 5 stars and at the end of my version it states all the TV and film adaptations ooooh =P

These are just some out of the +20 that is states:
1964 TCOMT BBC television serial
1975 Film
1998 Television serial
1999 Forever Mine (losely based on this book)
2002 Film directed by Kevin Reynolds staring Jim Caviezal and Guy Pearce
2011 Revenge television series

The ending: (view spoiler)[I knew it =D phew I am so glad that Valentine is okay. I was getting a little worried there, when Dantes gave the liquid thing to Morrel, I'm guessing it was something alone the lines of his hashish from earlier in the book. I was shocked a little when Dantes gave pretty much his fortune over to Morrel and Valentine but I think they deserve it. And Haidee and Dantes will live happily ever after hehe =] (hide spoiler)]

[Lisa]

Yay! Way to go Sarah! I am so glad you enjoyed it! I will hopefully finish it one day this year! Lol.

The 2002 film adaptation with Jim Caviezel is the one I really want to see. I have watched the trailer and it looks like a lot of fun. Funnily enough, I bought the boxset of Series 1 & 2 of 'Revenge' a couple of months ago because I had heard quite a few people raving about it. I am looking forward to watching it.

[Sarah]

OMG I just looked James Frain is in it too =D the guy that played Cromwell eeheee =] I'm adding it to my lovefilm list I have to see the film =P

Revenge sounds good too just watched the trailer =] Losely based on it by the looks of things, but guuud =D

[Lisa]

Hehe, I meant to say he was in it too. I think he plays Villefort. Another alumni from 'The Tudors' is in it too, the lovely Henry Cavill.

Yes, 'Revenge' is definitely only loosely based on the book. I think all the adaptations, including the 2002 film, are quite different from the book from what I have heard. I don't mind though. It is such a long book that I guess they have to cut bits out, condense things here and there and change bits because otherwise the film would probably be 20 hours long! Lol.

I am up to Chapter LXIV (page 705).

Chapter LIX- (view spoiler)[I also really liked how Noirtier gave away his money in order to try and stop Valentine from marrying Franz d'Epinay. I thought it was funny how Villefort tried to stop his father from conveying his wishes by convincing the notary that because Noirtier couldn't speak, no-one could know what it was he wanted and Valentine stepped in and showed the notary how to communicate with him! That clearly annoyed Villefort no end! I think you are right, I cannot see him just letting that money go without a fight so I reckon he will break the conditions in order to get his hands on it. (hide spoiler)]

Chapter LXI- (view spoiler)[It was great how the Count started to get some revenge on Danglars by sending that fake telegraph which convinced Danglars to sell his stock, only for him go lose a load of money when the story turned out to be false! 1-0 to the Count! Also, didn't this chapter have a great name, 'How To Rescue A Gardener From Dormice Who Are Eating His Peaches'?! I love it! (hide spoiler)]

Chapters LXII & LXIII- (view spoiler)[I can't believe that Madame Danglars was the woman Villefort got pregnant all those years earlier! I didn't see that coming at all! That is information that will certainly play into the Count's hands.

I liked how he subtly managed to scare both Villefort and Madame Danglars during the dinner when he started talking about how he suspected a crime had taken place there and how the body of a baby had been found in the garden. Villefort was squirming like mad! I wonder how far the Count will take it before he reveals the truth about just what kind of a man Villefort is? (hide spoiler)]

[Sarah]

That is true lol, it's only 2 hours long. But ys I just had another look hehe he plays Albert =D I so can't wait to see it.

RE: (view spoiler)[Yes it was a shock to me too. It's quite clear to me that she hates her husband as it is, maybe she's just in it for the money, considering Villefort and herself had a baby (but he was married quite early on in the story, not long after Dantes arrest) and I think she may have even had an affair with Debray. Haha it was quite funny when the count was showing them around and she was like panicking, I could just imagine that so clearly. (hide spoiler)]

Oh come to think of it in Chapter 107: (view spoiler)[Bertuccio visits Andrea in the prison, and we already know he was his foster father, that's when it clicked for me that he was the son of Villefort.. but before that I didn't really know... did you? (hide spoiler)]

[Lisa]

I am now up to Chapter LXXXIII (page 926).

Re: (view spoiler)[The Marquis de Saint-Meran- I was surprised when she passed away too and guessed that it was probably the poison. It does seem a little odd that it was used on her as there doesn't seem to be a whole lot to gain from her death.

With regards to Haydèe, Fernand once served under her father but he betrayed him and this led to her father's death. I don't think she will fall in love with Albert because of who his father is but I also don't really want her to fall for him because I kind of like her relationship with the Count. (hide spoiler)]

Chapters 82- (view spoiler)[Yikes! Caderousse has been stabbed! I don't really feel sorry for him either to be honest. He is a greedy man who had already committed murder himself in order to keep hold of the diamond and the money so I guess he got what was coming to him. Also, although he only had a small part to play in Dantes' downfall, he wasn't so drunk that he couldn't remember what Danglars and Fernand were plotting and if that was the case, why did he do nothing to stop it? I suppose there is a chance that he could live but I don't honestly see him surviving 3 stab wounds. Dantes' revenge is turning increasingly bloodthirsty! (hide spoiler)]

[Lisa]

I have finished! I loved it so much! It has become one of my favourite classics. It took me a while to get through but it was a lot of fun.

(view spoiler)[I felt a bit sorry for Albert too. He got stuck in the middle of the Count and Fernand which is never a good place to be. I thought it was noble of him to stand up for his father, despite what his father had done. Blood is thicker than water as the saying goes.

Lol, I also laughed at the scene with Andrea when he tried to sneak out of the room when the gendarmes turned up! That is one of the things that I really loved about this book, the humour. There were quite a few parts that made me smile or laugh. It had a bit of everything really didn't it? There was never a dull moment.

I was so relieved that Valentine was ok! I think the liquid that the Count gave to Morrel was that hashish too. It makes sense. I thought it was great when the Count gave most of his fortune over to Morrel and Valentine. It goes to show just how much he cared for them. He obviously decided that revenge on his enemies was enough and that he didn't need the money anymore.

As far as the Count goes, I was glad that he stayed with Haydèe and didn't go back to Mercèdes in the end. It was a difficult situation really because you can kind of understand why Mercèdes married Fernand because she thought that Dantès was dead. Yet you can also understand why Dantès would feel betrayed because she married one of the men responsible for his downfall (not that she knew that at the time). I liked Haydèe, she seemed to genuinely love the Count and hopefully he will find some happiness with her.

As far as Andrea being the son of Villefort goes, no I didn't really have any idea until Chapter 107. I don't recall there being anything before then that strongly hinted that was the case. Unless we missed something. (hide spoiler)]

I have really enjoyed taking part in this buddy read with you Sarah. We discovered a great book here! :)

[Sarah]

YAY hehe =] I'm glad you enjoyed it, it's onw of my fave classics now too. I agree, it was exciting pretty much all the way through XD

The film is on it's way now and I'm really excited to watch it. Are you planning on watching it soon? Did you say you had it?

(view spoiler)[I do feel a little sorry for Mercedes, as I don't think she's been happy for most of her life, except the happiness of her son. And it's sad that she's going to be alone and maybe retire to a convent. But I think maybe she didn't want to see Dantes anymore as it was just too hard for her to bear, thinking that he was dead, then he being alive but taking revenge on the people who sent him to prison, I think it was just too much for her. (hide spoiler)]

[Lisa]

Yep, I do own the film and am really looking forward to watching it. Jim Caviezel is in one of my favourite tv series, 'Person of Interest', so I am really keen to see what he is like as Dantès. Not sure exactly when I will watch it but hopefully it will be soon. I hope you enjoy it! :)

Re: Mercèdes- (view spoiler)[I agree, I feel a bit sorry for her too. I don't think she was happy being married to Fernand either but she had to try and move on with her life after being convinced that Dantès was dead. It must have been a really difficult situation for her to handle, having the love of her life taken away just before their wedding, thinking that he was dead and moving on with her life, only for him to turn up alive and well but greatly changed. In a way though, I think it's actually better for her to be alone. At least she won't get hurt again that way. (hide spoiler)]

[Sarah]

I don't know that tv show, what's it about? I can't wait to see it =] hopefully I'll watch it this Friday evening if it arrives in time.

(view spoiler)[Yes, I see what you mean about her being alone, I think she really loves her son though, it was sad when she was waving goodbye to him when he set off for Africa, and when she was crying in the garden. (hide spoiler)]

I've seen a few books about this too, a Stephen Fry one.. and a few sequel ones; the Son of Monte Cristo and the Wife on Monte Cristo. Not sure if the sequels sort of thing are by Dumas though.

[Lisa]

Here is the link to the Wiki page for 'Person of Interest': http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Person_o...

(view spoiler)[Mercèdes definitely loved Albert so it was a shame that they had to be separated in that sense :( (hide spoiler)]

It's funny you should mention the Stephen Fry book, The Stars' Tennis Balls (or 'Revenge' as it is called in the US). I bought it last year mainly because I am quite a big fan of Stephen Fry and wanted to read some of his books. I had no idea it was a modern retelling of TCOMC until after I bought it. I haven't read it yet because I wanted to read the original first but now that I have, I will get onto it. I haven't heard of the other two. I don't think they are by Dumas, I don't recall ever hearing that he wrote any sequels but I suppose it's possible that he did.

[Cherie]

I finished catching up on all of your spoilers, Sarah and Lisa (yeah, I'm supposed to be working, but the spread sheet I am working on is SO-BORING).

So many of the things you two mentioned are vague, but others bring parts of the story right back to me. Sigh - I really must do a re-read.

I added the Revenge book to my TBR list. I like Stephen Fry too, but have never read any of his books.

Lastly - I wanted to say that last week when I was "discovering" everything about V for Vendetta, I was going to tell you that The Count of Monte Cristo movie came up three times. V watched it when he was practicing sword fighting, V and Evey watched it together and a third time when Evey watched it alone. How's that for coincidence?

[Lisa]

Hehe, catching up on spoilers is way better than working Cherie! ;)

That is very coincidental about TCOMC film coming up in 'V for Vendetta'. It just goes to show how influential a book it is. I haven't read VFV yet, I have never been sure whether to pick it up or not. You really enjoyed it didn't you?

[Cherie]

Lisa wrote: "Hehe, catching up on spoilers is way better than working Cherie! ;)

That is very coincidental about TCOMC film coming up in 'V for Vendetta'. It just goes to show how influential a book it is. I h..."

I enjoyed the audio book version of the movie screen play and the movie a lot. The graphic novel not so much. If I had it to do all over - I would simply watch the movie. It was the best of all, but I really wanted to get the original sense of the story line and went a bit overboard. That's me. I like to jump in with both feet if you haven't figured that out yet. ;)

[Lisa]

Hmm, maybe I will just watch the film then and give the graphic novel a miss. I have seen a few clips from it and it looks like the sort of film I would enjoy.

Lol, yes, I had figured that you like to jump in with both feet :)