tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post1911429357925655381..comments2024-03-25T20:57:40.930-04:00Comments on Gulfside Musing: Two Reviews: The Monsters of Templeton by Lauren Groff and The Pedant in the Kitchen by Julian BarnesJoAnnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13691864361197071517noreply@blogger.comBlogger18125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-34621105896152255552022-08-29T09:35:42.993-04:002022-08-29T09:35:42.993-04:00Tina - Barnes book is just as good in print, I'...Tina - Barnes book is just as good in print, I'm sure. I still want a copy to reread and keep on my shelf!JoAnnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13691864361197071517noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-33429136209083585282022-08-27T10:08:32.196-04:002022-08-27T10:08:32.196-04:00I have read a few books by Barnes but didn't k...I have read a few books by Barnes but didn't know about this one. Definitely going on my list. Can't do audible but if I can get the book I want it.<br />Have been behind on my blog visits lately but hope to get on a schedule of sorts. Tinahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08553212447308502910noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-31185618256078307922022-08-27T08:48:26.775-04:002022-08-27T08:48:26.775-04:00Hi Judith - The Sense of an Ending is my favorite ...Hi Judith - The Sense of an Ending is my favorite Barnes novel, too. I've kept it on my shelf with plans to reread, but haven't yet. It's so interesting to see that Barnes does indeed have other interests, plus a sense of humor! I'll keep an eye out for your thoughts on Elizabeth Finch.JoAnnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13691864361197071517noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-65538969172905224732022-08-26T17:30:45.285-04:002022-08-26T17:30:45.285-04:00Hi JoAnn,
I just finished reading Elizabeth Finch ...Hi JoAnn,<br />I just finished reading Elizabeth Finch by Julian Barnes--will be saying a few words about it soon over at my place. I love his writing, especially the Man Booker Prize-winning The Sense of an Ending. BUT! Who would have thought he had culinary leanings??? Will definitely seek this one out, for sure. His books give the sense that he is in his head 100 percent of the time. Not true, I guess!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-57553266492379717782022-08-22T19:55:09.272-04:002022-08-22T19:55:09.272-04:00Katherine - The Barnes book is well worth your tim...Katherine - The Barnes book is well worth your time!JoAnnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13691864361197071517noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-58819924531319047232022-08-22T18:02:50.659-04:002022-08-22T18:02:50.659-04:00The Julian Barnes book sounds wonderful but I thin...The Julian Barnes book sounds wonderful but I think I'll pass on The Monsters of Templeton. It sounds really promising but it sounds a bit convoluted in execution.Katherine Phttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12126062556416434416noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-54291107284770994232022-08-22T11:38:00.963-04:002022-08-22T11:38:00.963-04:00Iliana - The premise of MoT is so original and cre...Iliana - The premise of MoT is so original and creative! I really expected to love it, especially considering my familiarity with the town. Even though I enjoyed the narrator's voice, audio was a mistake. JoAnnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13691864361197071517noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-81270799171170870412022-08-21T23:07:53.459-04:002022-08-21T23:07:53.459-04:00I remember when The Monsters of Templeton came out...I remember when The Monsters of Templeton came out and it seemed everyone was reading it. I was curious about it but then sort of forgot. I really like the sound of the premise but thank you for the warning about the photos and family trees. If I get around to this one, it will definitely have to be a physical copy or I'll be lost! :)Ilianahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07026669671843769219noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-46671482160738505112022-08-21T18:43:20.759-04:002022-08-21T18:43:20.759-04:00Helen - This was a great read... no recipes like a...Helen - This was a great read... no recipes like a cookbook, but really interesting essays from an inquisitive home cook.JoAnnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13691864361197071517noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-24760574644437739982022-08-21T16:54:01.480-04:002022-08-21T16:54:01.480-04:00I usually skip right over cookbook reviews, but th...I usually skip right over cookbook reviews, but this one sounds good! I like that it's essays.Helen's Book Bloghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01404788769349792460noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-77991887299975228342022-08-21T13:30:58.018-04:002022-08-21T13:30:58.018-04:00JaneGS - The Pedant in the Kitchen was a true comf...JaneGS - The Pedant in the Kitchen was a true comfort read! I enjoyed Simon Vance's narration very much, but still want to find a physical copy for my shelves. The Monsters of Templeton is probably not a great book to experience on audio. I would have been better off sticking with print and finding something else to listen to on my solo car trip. Oh well...JoAnnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13691864361197071517noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-2479689476702341652022-08-21T09:54:00.451-04:002022-08-21T09:54:00.451-04:00The Pendant in the Kitchen sounds wonderful. Defin...The Pendant in the Kitchen sounds wonderful. Definitely in the comfort read department. The Monsters of Templeton sounds like it should be good--lots of appealing elements--but so many books, so little time!JaneGShttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11094501834387622997noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-64414341795913305392022-08-20T19:37:46.307-04:002022-08-20T19:37:46.307-04:00Diane - The Monsters of Templeton is definitely mo...Diane - The Monsters of Templeton is definitely more suited to read in print. I was in the car alone for several hours (a rare occurrence these days!) and that was the only audio I had available. The narrator had a very pleasant voice, but I really needed to refer to the family tree... the various generations and branches were confusing. The Julian Barnes book was wonderful and I always enjoy listening to Simon Vance!JoAnnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13691864361197071517noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-65301846888625751612022-08-20T19:34:01.234-04:002022-08-20T19:34:01.234-04:00Audrey - I know hoopla has gotten to be ferociousl...Audrey - I know hoopla has gotten to be ferociously expensive and I'm so thankful our library still offers it... and with so many borrows allowed each month. The Pedant in the Kitchen is a book I will read again and will, hopefully, purchase a print copy for my shelves. Thanks again for the recommendation!JoAnnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13691864361197071517noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-90384571957806042952022-08-20T19:30:57.928-04:002022-08-20T19:30:57.928-04:00Les - I love reading books set in locations I know...Les - I love reading books set in locations I know and The Monsters of Templeton was recognizable right down to the street names. I've been to the museums mentioned, the village landmarks, etc... but still couldn't muster any kind of rave review. I'm sure it would have been better in print. The Pedant in the Kitchen was a real winner! JoAnnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13691864361197071517noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-18853844290490208432022-08-20T12:28:16.122-04:002022-08-20T12:28:16.122-04:00Something about Monsters of Templeton makes it sou...Something about Monsters of Templeton makes it sound better suited to print or Kindle vs. audio. Being able to visualize some of the area is always a bonus, The Julian Barnes collection sounds excellent; have never heard of it so glad you mentioned it.(Diane) Bibliophile By the Seahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10519875632878992728noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-10076812422288738512022-08-20T12:12:10.173-04:002022-08-20T12:12:10.173-04:00I'm jealous! Our libraries have eliminated or...I'm jealous! Our libraries have eliminated or restricted access to audiobooks on Hoopla, I think because of cost (we can still get them on Overdrive), but I remember that they had an impressive collection back when we could. Still a great resource for ebooks, though, and they ones that aren't on Overdrive. I'm so glad you enjoyed this! A paperback edition was just available on Amazon so I grabbed it because I'm looking forward to a re-reading.Audreyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14912114716426828436noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-75571973548971717242022-08-20T11:30:35.705-04:002022-08-20T11:30:35.705-04:00I don't have a copy of The Monsters of Templet...I don't have a copy of The Monsters of Templeton, but it's been on my mental TBR list since I first spotted it on the shelves at B&N. I'm sorry it wasn't a better read for you, but it's fun to read about familiar locations, isn't it? I have not heard of The Pendant in the Kitchen, but I love listening to Simon Vance narrate audiobooks, so I'll have to add this to my list. Les in Oregonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15053880852764886416noreply@blogger.com