tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post7216294043020535771..comments2024-03-25T20:57:40.930-04:00Comments on Gulfside Musing: Tuesday Intro: Every Last OneJoAnnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13691864361197071517noreply@blogger.comBlogger26125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-5265798447404487352012-01-22T16:42:57.234-05:002012-01-22T16:42:57.234-05:00Amy - I didn't enjoy it as much as most blogge...Amy - I didn't enjoy it as much as most bloggers and had a few issues with the mother, too.JoAnnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13691864361197071517noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-15119953320579750862012-01-22T13:52:58.217-05:002012-01-22T13:52:58.217-05:00The opening is very good, almost suspenseful.
I r...The opening is very good, almost suspenseful.<br /><br />I read and reviewed this book last year. I'm sorry to say I didn't care for it. It's very harsh at times and I wasn't really impressed by the mother. <br /><br />I am interetsed in what you think about it, JoAnn.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09866342436745173619noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-20269933657496193282012-01-22T11:45:55.557-05:002012-01-22T11:45:55.557-05:00Lovely Treez - I'm laughing at your cover comm...Lovely Treez - I'm laughing at your cover comment... there really is something to that 'grass is always greener' theory. After finishing the book, I do think the US cover relates better to the story.JoAnnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13691864361197071517noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-27481224204171896702012-01-22T11:42:42.017-05:002012-01-22T11:42:42.017-05:00I really liked this one, I found it incredibly mov...I really liked this one, I found it incredibly moving in a visceral way. Re the covers, I've found that most of my UK bookish friends usually prefer US covers - the grass is always greener!;-)Lovely Treezhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11766423667188268355noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-64926896949467578342012-01-22T09:15:47.082-05:002012-01-22T09:15:47.082-05:00Darlene - I finished the book Thursday and will wo...Darlene - I finished the book Thursday and will work on reviews today.<br /><br />Care - Quindlen's nonfiction is great! This was quite a story, but I didn't LOVE it like most bloggers.JoAnnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13691864361197071517noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-20681108956404820072012-01-21T17:50:58.662-05:002012-01-21T17:50:58.662-05:00I agree with you on covers! I think it is maybe ...I agree with you on covers! I think it is maybe because they are not trying to entice book bloggers - they already know we would read it regardless of what is on the cover?<br />I've only read AQ's nonfiction but love her writing so I look forward to trying this.Carehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06478474870247729611noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-15374388721041316932012-01-20T16:34:50.579-05:002012-01-20T16:34:50.579-05:00I loved this book. Of course I'm quite find of...I loved this book. Of course I'm quite find of this author anyhow. I can't wait to read your final thoughts on it.Darlenehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15387389557243960084noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-19241999345634576032012-01-20T07:46:13.539-05:002012-01-20T07:46:13.539-05:00Arti - Diane has been hosting this for a while now...Arti - Diane has been hosting this for a while now. It's an opportunity to highlight the opening paragraph(s) of our current read. I'm not very fond of The Marriage Plot's cover either.JoAnnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13691864361197071517noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-43548151592769278602012-01-19T23:36:57.537-05:002012-01-19T23:36:57.537-05:00This is the first time I've come across "...This is the first time I've come across "Tues. Intro", sounds like a great idea. The paragraph you picked sounds like... umm, the calm before the storm. As for book covers, I agree. The ones we get (here in Canada) are usually different from those in the US and of course, in the UK. I'm looking for a good one right now for <em>The Marriage Plot</em> before I buy it. Don't quite like the cover I see here. ;)<br /><br />ArtiAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-37438647881285080492012-01-19T17:43:48.669-05:002012-01-19T17:43:48.669-05:00Georgia Girls - Excellent point! I think the US co...Georgia Girls - Excellent point! I think the US cover actually relates better to the story (I've finished now), but still prefer the UK cover visually.JoAnnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13691864361197071517noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-57962386163673112712012-01-19T10:14:03.906-05:002012-01-19T10:14:03.906-05:00I haven't read any of Anna Quindlen...but I ca...I haven't read any of Anna Quindlen...but I can relate to wanting to escape for a few minutes, or hours. I don't know how the two covers relate to the story, but visually I like the UK one better, too.Good Companyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09199803488145525441noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-53177901082014670232012-01-18T21:22:02.048-05:002012-01-18T21:22:02.048-05:00Natalie - I got to the tragedy... will have to fin...Natalie - I got to the tragedy... will have to finish the book right away now.JoAnnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13691864361197071517noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-13821610505942055452012-01-18T17:25:21.459-05:002012-01-18T17:25:21.459-05:00This book is such a tough one. I don't think I...This book is such a tough one. I don't think I was crying; more like sobbing. Such a good book.Natalie~Coffee and a Book Chickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12369504951819517390noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-23250282308814396312012-01-18T14:20:11.711-05:002012-01-18T14:20:11.711-05:00Diane - I'll be curious so see how this ends. ...Diane - I'll be curious so see how this ends. Right now I'm finding it very readable.<br /><br />Staci - I'm so happy you have started listening to audiobooks! I've heard Major Pettigrew is great on audio - the print version was very good. My book club loved it.<br /><br />Les - I've been posting opening paragraphs for Tuesday Intos, and thought this one was great. Just pages until the tragedy... I'm almost afraid to pick the book up again. It's good to be reading Quindlen again!JoAnnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13691864361197071517noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-40384960355052418892012-01-17T23:07:49.521-05:002012-01-17T23:07:49.521-05:00Yep. This is an incredible book. I gave it a perfe...Yep. This is an incredible book. I gave it a perfect 5/5 in 2010. But it's very sad. I sobbed uncontrollably. <br /><br />I like the U.S. hardcover art the best.<br /><br />And, I quoted the same passage in my review! :)Leshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08345657431432380804noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-24516290676387375562012-01-17T21:09:05.515-05:002012-01-17T21:09:05.515-05:00I love the intro, except I enjoy the morning darkn...I love the intro, except I enjoy the morning darkness. I am now listening to audio books in big part because of your awesome reviews. I can't wait until you post your final thoughts. Another one to add to my iPod!! I'm downloading Major Pettigrew's Last Stand right now!Stacihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07600979915661464945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-1269988866584090532012-01-17T19:04:09.868-05:002012-01-17T19:04:09.868-05:00I do like the intro, but I must say that I wasn...I do like the intro, but I must say that I wasn't thrilled with this book. The mother rubbed me the wrong way for some reason.<br /><br />I love the UK cover so much more.(Diane) Bibliophile By the Seahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10519875632878992728noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-34211791791342699432012-01-17T18:22:40.624-05:002012-01-17T18:22:40.624-05:00Kay - Exactly! With so much worry with our dog rig...Kay - Exactly! With so much worry with our dog right now, I couldn't face the impending tragedy today.<br /><br />Kaye - It really does! I can definitely identify with that passage.<br /><br />Stacy - I love Quindlen, too. Haven't read her last couple of novels, so this almost feels like a reunion!<br /><br />Nise' - This is a very quick read that has kept me turning the pages. The cover differences always interest me. I usually prefer the UK versions.<br /><br />Ti - LOL! It seems like I avoided the book this afternoon because I knew something bad was about to happen. I'm afraid if I start reading now I'll be up way too late tonight...<br /><br />Sandy - So what is it with these covers?? I'm sure there have been marketing studies galore to determine what appeals to the masses, but I seem to favor the UK versions more often.<br /><br />Margot - I'm pretty sure I won my copy from you, but just getting around to read it now. My comments on Quirky Girls Read seem to go to spam every time, but I did like your intro today.<br /><br />Sam - That's funny! Guess we're both cover outliers in this case :-)JoAnnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13691864361197071517noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-35891740269544121092012-01-17T14:19:42.017-05:002012-01-17T14:19:42.017-05:00I think the US cover is better in this case, I'...I think the US cover is better in this case, I've seen lots of covers like the UK one.<br /><br />The extract you posted has certainly hooked me in!Sam (Tiny Library)https://www.blogger.com/profile/16375434438465319913noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-3439236638629629462012-01-17T13:09:31.873-05:002012-01-17T13:09:31.873-05:00Such a good book overall, but so sad. Good thing y...Such a good book overall, but so sad. Good thing you have the tissues handy for the second half.<br /><br />My first paragraph is here: <a href="http://quirkygirlsread.com/2012/01/17/first-paragraph-inside-out/" rel="nofollow">Quirky Girls Read</a>Margothttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07422981969760935118noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-22025132326788121632012-01-17T13:09:03.195-05:002012-01-17T13:09:03.195-05:00When the tragic thing is dangled before me, I almo...When the tragic thing is dangled before me, I almost feel a double-dog dare to read it. Just to see if it is as horrible as everyone makes out. I happen to agree with you...the UK always gets the good covers.Sandy Nawrothttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00564390728106776030noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-80829801142277772062012-01-17T11:50:09.826-05:002012-01-17T11:50:09.826-05:00I actually like the US cover better.
That paragr...I actually like the US cover better. <br /><br />That paragraph you shared was really good. I wanted to read more of it!<br /><br />It's probably taking you awhile to get back to it since you know something bad is going to happen.Tihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00926060806244061354noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-58216150568129127822012-01-17T10:42:21.073-05:002012-01-17T10:42:21.073-05:00I've got this one on my stacks and want to get...I've got this one on my stacks and want to get to it. I wonder about the difference in covers too.<br /><br /><a href="http://nisefunpages.blogspot.com/2012/01/tuesday-introsteaser.html" rel="nofollow">Mine is here.</a>Nise' https://www.blogger.com/profile/15586400022454009379noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-89032876267252830322012-01-17T10:42:19.737-05:002012-01-17T10:42:19.737-05:00I love Anna Quindlen! She is so incredibly detaile...I love Anna Quindlen! She is so incredibly detailed and I always feel completely immersed in her stories. I'm going to have to pick this one up soon.Stacy at The Novel Lifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11438410877723922583noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-63328728417512687492012-01-17T09:23:21.672-05:002012-01-17T09:23:21.672-05:00Sounds like any mother's or wife's life. I...Sounds like any mother's or wife's life. I'd definitely keep reading.Kayehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10282803815704229945noreply@blogger.com