The Reader by Bernard Schlink

[Deb]

Julia wrote: "Interesting question ... it's the first time it happens to me. :) Maybe the translation wasn't that good - I'm also not a fan of translations, because things definitely get lost in translation. M..."

I think that was it, now that you mention it. It may have been the translation that made me just "read" the book vs "enter" the book. If you know what I mean, about a good book. I also think that us readers did need Kate and I needed Ralph Fiennes who's a favorite of mine and I think he helped me through.

[Julia]

Debbie wrote: "Julia wrote: "Interesting question ... it's the first time it happens to me. :) Maybe the translation wasn't that good - I'm also not a fan of translations, because things definitely get lost in t..."

I like the why you put it Debbie - "enter" the book. Yes, I definitely know what you mean. Weird - it's actually the first time I enjoyed the movie more than the book, but yes - let's give it to the actors who did a good job. :)

[Devika]

Hi! I am a high school student of English literature writing an essay on the Reader with special emphasis on moral ambiguity and the characterisation of Hanna.
Was looking for some inputs and some leads on how I could develop the theme with conviction and build up the case with relevant examples from the text