Borne - AuthoReadeR Discussion

[Bettina]

Lori wrote: ".I was also shocked at how introspective I became as I read the book, with every turn of the page."

I wasn't surprised; Annihilation absorbed me the same way. What did astonish me was the absolute simplicity and grace of Rachel's narrative. I don't normally pay much attention to language and structure in a first reading but I kept thinking this is one of the most beautifully crafted texts I've ever read. I kept stopping to reread passages.

(sorry so long to post; work is overwhelming right now)

[Jeff]

ashley wrote: "Jeff wrote: "ashley wrote: "Hi Jeff, I'm a huge fan of the Southern Reach Trilogy and Borne. The Southern Reach Trilogy really spoke to me, and I loved picking apart the aspects of your writing sty..."

Oh yes--it's brilliant. The whole paranoia and set-up of The Trespasser is an excellent example of layering in characterization and how that helps plot.

[ash]

Bettina wrote: "Lori wrote: ".I was also shocked at how introspective I became as I read the book, with every turn of the page."

I wasn't surprised; Annihilation absorbed me the same way. What did astonish me was..."

Bettina, that was exactly how I felt too, but with Annihilation. I actually had to buy the books (I initially borrowed them from the library) because I just needed to be able to re-read paragraphs when I need them. My favourite line was the one when the biologist saw the dolphin and the bit about its eye - not gonna go into details because spoilers. But it really haunted me.

[Jeff]

Bettina wrote: "Lori wrote: ".I was also shocked at how introspective I became as I read the book, with every turn of the page."

I wasn't surprised; Annihilation absorbed me the same way. What did astonish me was..."

Oh, thanks--that's very kind. Rachel's voice allowed me that. Sometimes the character dictates the style so completely your novel can't be lyrical or graceful. But it was nice to use a voice like that that allowed me to come at rhythm and sentence structure in that way.

[Bettina]

Lori wrote: "Ooooh! I so want to read Jac Jemc's new novel. I adored her book My Only Wife. She's an amazing writer.

4 more days.

[Tiffany]

I have several of Tana French's on my TBR. I've been stuck on psychological thrillers lately.

[Lori, Super Mod]

How many of you will be pre-ordering The Strange Bird: A Borne Story? I cannot wait to read it!

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073TSB1TW/...

[Tiffany]

Lori wrote: "How many of you will be pre-ordering The Strange Bird: A Borne Story? I cannot wait to read it!

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073TSB1TW/..."

I did! Can't wait to read it.

[Bettina]

Lori wrote: "How many of you will be pre-ordering The Strange Bird: A Borne Story?'

Already did.

Lori, thanks so much for arranging and moderating this discussion.

Jeff-
Thank you for being here with us. Thank you for sharing your talent, skill and imagination with the world.

[Chris]

I will definitely order it. Thank you Jeff for talking with us.

[Lori, Super Mod]

Just a reminder that tomorrow is the final day for questions in our Author Reader discussion with Jeff.

Jeff, I do want to thank you whole heartedly for hanging with us all week. There were so many great conversations taking place at the beginning of the week, I don't know how you managed to keep up! I hope you enjoyed your time here with us as well!

My final question for you,

What has been your best, and worst, fan encounter?

[Jeff]

Lori wrote: "Just a reminder that tomorrow is the final day for questions in our Author Reader discussion with Jeff.

Jeff, I do want to thank you whole heartedly for hanging with us all week. There were so ma..."

Oh sure--happy to be here. Let me ponder that final questions for bit, though!