Q3 2020: Julia Franck - The Blindness of The Heart

[Britta]

In the 3rd quarter (July - September) we will read: The Blindness of the Heart / Die Mittagsfrau by Julia Franck

[Chris]

Britta wrote: "In the 3rd quarter (July - September) we will read: The Blindness of the Heart / Die Mittagsfrau by Julia Franck"

My library has a copy of this one. Just reserved it, looking forward to checking it out.

[Lizzy Siddal (Lizzy’s Literary Life)]

It’s a great read - my favourite of all the German book prize winners (that have been translated into English).

[Sonali]

Would have loved to read it because it is about themes I am very interested in. But it is so expensive... And Kindle edition is not available.

[Andrea]

Sonali wrote: "Would have loved to read it because it is about themes I am very interested in. But it is so expensive... And Kindle edition is not available." Are you sure about the Kindle edition? On my German Amazon website it shows me Kindle editions in German and English at least.

[Sonali]

Checked once again just now. Nope. Only available in Hardcover & is super expensive. Perhaps not available here in India.

[Andrea]

Sonali wrote: "Checked once again just now. Nope. Only available in Hardcover & is super expensive. Perhaps not available here in India."
For whatever reason the book is published under two different titles in English, look here for "The Blind Side of the Heart" https://www.amazon.in/Blind-Side-Hear...

[Lizzy Siddal (Lizzy’s Literary Life)]

Christiane, for German Literature Month, Caroline (my co-hostess) and I are reading Siegfried Lenz’s The Turncoat. You’re welcome to join us if you’re interested.

[Britta]

Christiane wrote: "?"

Very sorry for being late, was preoccupied with non-book stuff.
Folder for the 4th groupread is now active.

[Penelope]

Lizzy. Are readers generally able to join in The Turncoats read. I have that book and would like to see others’ comments. I have at this stage three books lined up for German Lit month. Looking forward to it.

[Lizzy Siddal (Lizzy’s Literary Life)]

Penelope wrote: "Lizzy. Are readers generally able to join in The Turncoats read. I have that book and would like to see others’ comments. I have at this stage three books lined up for German Lit month. Looking for..."

Caroline and I will post reviews on our blogs on 27th November. Readers comments for discussion are welcome at all times. Usually in comments on those posts.

Happy to have you join us, Penelope.

[Lizzy Siddal (Lizzy’s Literary Life)]

Christiane, Schade, aber ich, auch eine Zuvielgeldfürbücherausgeberin, verstehe. 😂