Michelle
First novel published
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Post by Michelle on Jul 5, 2007 16:01:58 GMT -5
Apparently Eric Bana is going to be in every movie that is based on a book. He's also going to be in The Other Boleyn Girl and The Golden Compass.
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sagedautumn
Collection of short stories bought by Random House
You Might Need This!
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Post by sagedautumn on Jul 7, 2007 20:14:27 GMT -5
CAN'T WAIT TO SEE THE OTHER BOLEYN GIRL
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stargazer2
First poem written for Mother’s Day
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Post by stargazer2 on Jul 8, 2007 11:49:19 GMT -5
I just finished the book! It was soooooo amazing! I was bawling at the end non-stop. It was pretty much killing me, but it was so beautiful. I especially like all of the poetry references and allusions to pop culture, etc. - it actually made me feel smarter. Now I really want to read Rilke. I also could relate a lot to Clare. Not to get off topic, but I've heard about "The Other Boleyn Girl" - is it good?
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bluejay765
First short story featured in regional newspaper
"I can go from zero to studying in less than sixty seconds."
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Post by bluejay765 on Aug 15, 2007 14:37:09 GMT -5
Not to get off topic, but I've heard about "The Other Boleyn Girl" - is it good? It's a really good book. It pulls on your heartstrings, makes you mad, and makes you sympathize with how little women could do back then. I LOVED the time traveler's wife. looking forward to the film
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wvrunna221
First poem written for Mother’s Day
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Post by wvrunna221 on Aug 15, 2007 15:45:13 GMT -5
I love this book. It's one of those books that takes you into another world and you get attached to the characters.
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neh
Collection of short stories published by an independent editor
"I live in two worlds; one is a world of books"
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Post by neh on Aug 15, 2007 18:48:22 GMT -5
When i go to Borders tomorrow or Saturday, i plan on looking for this novel to purchase.
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bookworm
Collection of short stories published by an independent editor
"Everything you can imagine is real" - Pablo Picasso
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Post by bookworm on Aug 16, 2007 11:59:38 GMT -5
Glad to see so many good comments on this book. I bought it off Amazon months ago and I still haven't got around reading it... And I've been hearing a lot about The Other Boleyn Girl, so I'm putting it on my wish list...
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neh
Collection of short stories published by an independent editor
"I live in two worlds; one is a world of books"
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Post by neh on Aug 17, 2007 5:11:37 GMT -5
I purchased it (The Time Traveler's Wife) today, along with Eclipse, and am looking forward to reading it, after Eclipse and The 13th Tale. I have The Other Boley Girl in my collection courtesy of a b'day gift from Dom but have yet to read it (i know Dom, i'm good at that eh? I'm sorry!)
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Post by Dominique on Aug 17, 2007 5:22:01 GMT -5
I purchased it (The Time Traveler's Wife) today, along with Eclipse, and am looking forward to reading it, after Eclipse and The 13th Tale. I have The Other Boley Girl in my collection courtesy of a b'day gift from Dom but have yet to read it (i know Dom, i'm good at that eh? I'm sorry!) knowing you you'll read the last chapter but never the book ala The Picture of Dorain Gray
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neh
Collection of short stories published by an independent editor
"I live in two worlds; one is a world of books"
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Post by neh on Aug 18, 2007 17:21:44 GMT -5
I did NOT read the last chap of Dorian Gray, missy - i already knew roughly what happened; it's an infamous ending! Plus i had seen "League of Extraordinary Gentlemen" (sadly, i'm not kidding...) But back to TTTW, I look forward to reading it, and i am very enthused to hear of the film adaptation because nothing is more fun and potentially aggrivating than comparing cinema to it's source material.
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neh
Collection of short stories published by an independent editor
"I live in two worlds; one is a world of books"
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Post by neh on Aug 30, 2007 20:51:12 GMT -5
Ok guys - question: in i think chap 3 or something, when Henry was 15 and 15, was he having sex with himself?! Coz they were both naked and on his bed and his dad caught them and was disgusted and Henry had said it was something he believed anyone would do if given the opportunity, and i'm just sitting there thinking "well, no! I certainly would not desire to have sex with myself if i had a past/future me in my bedroom... in fact, i would hope that such a thought would NEVER enter my head!!!" Mabye he just means males, teenage males.... and if that be the case, then i couldn't agree with him more. But i have to say, that part REALLY disturbed me. Really truly
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sagedautumn
Collection of short stories bought by Random House
You Might Need This!
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Post by sagedautumn on Aug 31, 2007 18:39:49 GMT -5
I think he was masturbating!!! How do you like it so far!
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neh
Collection of short stories published by an independent editor
"I live in two worlds; one is a world of books"
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Post by neh on Aug 31, 2007 18:49:21 GMT -5
Tis good, tis good. A little confusing at first but i'm on to it now, and it's certainly very interesting. It's just that i'm such an advocate for choice againt fate and all things pre-determined (Gemma v.s Kartik) and so the idea of Clare always knowing she was going to be with Henry is both sweet and rather annoying and suffocating to me .... but then, i'm silly that way! I should just sit back and enjoy the romance! *Actually, as i read it i am reminded a little of "The Fountain", the film with Hugh Jackman and Rachel Weiz..... hmmm....
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neh
Collection of short stories published by an independent editor
"I live in two worlds; one is a world of books"
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Post by neh on Sept 17, 2007 1:15:32 GMT -5
Ok, i think i must be a prude; little things are ruining this book for me - well not ruining it but certainly putting a damper on the nice-ness surrounding the romance. I just hate how the subject of sex in modern novels has to a. be at the forefrunt of almost every discussion and EVERY single relationship b. has to be dealt with so blunty and often crudely
To give an example, the line "We f*** carefully, silently" - why, WHY was that term used?! Mabye it's just me and my prudish thinking, but that particular word has always made sex sound/seem degrading, emotionless, violent etc. And they were even throwing it about when Clare was 16, just coz she wasn't out there sleeping around!!!! Half the time it feels as though, in both life and literature, all anyone cares about is sex and good gravy that depresses me. How can i get involved in this suppossed love story when so much of it is deovted to the dam physical aspects (ok, there are plenty of other issues going on but this one taints the others for me) NEH ANGRY!!!!!!!! I know, i know - i should just go and knit and label myself a spinster! Crazy, random rant over people.
I should add that i AM enjoying this book... it just makes me despair about the state of modern relationships (like i need more incentive) when shouldn't it be offering a sense of hope?? It's probably just my stupid, stubborn attitude not allowing any of the good stuff to permeate. And i'm overthinking the whole thing!
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Post by Dominique on Sept 17, 2007 5:21:03 GMT -5
I think it's because sex is an important aspect of love. Physical love is generally a good indicator of emotional love. I haven't read the book, that's just my answer to your general question of why so many love stories place emphasis on physical aspects.
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