Comments on: Book Notes: Until I Get Around to Proper Reviews

By: Ann-Kat

Ann-Kat — Tue, 30 Nov 2010 20:24:10 +0000

@Sravana: Thank you so much for that recommendation. I’ve read it and my sister has read and we discussed it, specifically Ken Kimble. What do I think of Ken? I think he’s a person who’s made awful decisions, and an opportunist. Is he really a bad guy? Since a part of me believes that who we are is comprised of the decisions we make, I’d say yes. Yes, he is a bad guy. I read in the author interview that she didn’t intend for Ken to be a sociopath, but that’s ultimately what he was. He showed no remorse ever, not even with his last breath. Some may say it sounds harsh, but frankly, he cared about no one but himself, he had no conscience, and in the end he got what he deserved. On the flip side, I loved the interconnected stories of each Mrs. Kimble and it was heartwarming to see some good come from Ken’s misdeeds.

By: Ann-Kat

Ann-Kat — Tue, 30 Nov 2010 20:17:55 +0000

@Belle: And here I thought I was the last person on earth to read the Hunger Games trilogy. I guess I was only one of two. I say dig in. Although it’s dystopian, it doesn’t necessarily feel dystopian (at least, not the first book and half of the second)…if that makes any sense. It’s like drama set in a dystopian world.

By: Ann-Kat

Ann-Kat — Tue, 30 Nov 2010 20:15:46 +0000

@T.V. and Book Addict: Definitely check out the graphic novel series. I think it’s one of those hidden gems. I even managed to get my sister (who’s not that into fantasy/comics/graphic novels) addicted to it. She’s begging me for the next book, but it hasn’t even come out yet.

As far as hype goes, I’m learning it’s not about how good the book is, it’s about how good the marketing department is. *sigh*

By: Sravana

Sravana — Fri, 12 Nov 2010 21:13:28 +0000

I’m so glad you enjoyed Mrs. Kimble:) I’m always interested in people’s assessment of the characters in this book. What did you think of Ken? Is he really a bad guy?

By: Belle

Belle — Mon, 18 Oct 2010 22:57:46 +0000

I have yet to read Hunger Games, although I have the first book in my TBR shelf. It’s that bleakness I’m not sure about – dystopian fiction isn’t really my cup of tea, and I like a lot of hope and optimism in my reads. But I know it’s really good, really well written, so I figure one day I’ll be diving into it!

I’ve read the first in the Amulet series – loved it!
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By: T.V and Book Addict

T.V and Book Addict — Sun, 17 Oct 2010 20:31:27 +0000

That graphic novel series looks and sounds so cute! I’m going to try and check it out asap.

I’m glad you liked The Hunger Games trilogy. Last night and today I picked up the last book again. I agree, it is slow in the beginning. I’m SO happy to know it’ll pick up in the middle.

I also completely agree about Wicked Lovely. I don’t understand all the hype. The premise is very promising, but I had to put the book down. I plan on picking it back up especially since I ended up with the rest of the books in the series. It’s fairly cute so far, but not amazing.
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