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The Golem and the Jinni
June, 2016: Fantasy
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The Golem and the Jinni by Helene Wecker - 4 stars
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I'm a quarter of the way through so I'll read this when I finish!
I loved, loved, loved this book. I read it when it first came out then bought copies for my mom and sister.
So glad that you found a book in the fantasy genre that stretched your reading boundaries AND you liked! Warms my PBT heart.
One of my favorite books!
I loved this book, too. It was unique.
I had really high expectations for this book, but it was only a 4 star read for me. i listened to the audio and while it was well done, I think I would have preferred to read the book. At times, it was confusing due to shifts in time and also, I think I pay less attention due to multi-tasking while listening. I think this book deserves focused attention.
I enjoyed this book, except for the ending. I was a bit let down. But, I thought it was interesting and I really enjoyed Chava and Ahmed's story.
Another book I enjoyed. I listened to the audio because I was walking a lot at the time. I was completely captured by the story of Ahmed and Chava.
I just finished it an loved it. I'll post a review tomorrow.
I'm 40% through and unfortunately am definitely not loving it. Not really even liking it to be honest. I'm in three star mode at the moment . . .but the length is an issue. If it were less than 400 pages, it definitely would make the three star cut, but not sure how I'm going to feel by the end. Hopefully better then I am feeling about it right now.It feels like a contrived romance novel to me at the moment, with stilted dialogue. Made slightly more interesting by using fantastical characters, but still.
The NYC historical setting is the highlight for me so far.
Hope something happens to change my mind - - I really do!
Oh no Anita! I hope it gets better. I did find the second half to be a faster pace, so maybe?
Susie wrote: "Oh no Anita! I hope it gets better. I did find the second half to be a faster pace, so maybe?"Oh good - - fingers crossed!
annapi wrote: "One of my favorite books!"Mine too.
Susie wrote: "Oh no Anita! I hope it gets better. I did find the second half to be a faster pace, so maybe?"The pace is definitely picking up, and I'm enjoying it more now . . .glad you kept me going!
I loved this book. Hope you'll find something to enjoy about it!
Only up to page 97 and I don't think I'll be able to finish it by Wednesday. But I AM enjoying it (though wishing the editor's red pencil was a little stronger / brighter).
Book Concierge wrote: " (though wishing the editor's red pencil was a little stronger / brighter)."Well said, and I agree.
After finishing this book yesterday, I had to spend some time thinking about it before posting a review. First, I am not a reader who enjoys fantasy or long books and this was certainly a long one. I can't say that I liked all of the story; at times I was confused with all of the historical details, character's names, and religious practices. However, I loved both of the main characters and found myself rooting for them throughout the book. I admire the breadth of the story and the exquisite writing. Although it is certainly not my genre of choice, I do think this is a book that I will remember for a long time.