Every Tuesday I host First Chapter First Paragraph Tuesday Intros sharing the first paragraph or two, of a book that I'm reading or plan to read soon. This one will is for the RIP Challenge.
The Wasp Factory; Iain Banks
Simon & Schuster - 1984
1. The Sacrifice Poles
I HAD BEEN making the rounds of the Sacrifice Poles the day we heard my brother had escaped. I already knew something was going to happen; the Factory told me.
Would you keep reading or take a pass?
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Sounds unique...I would want to read a little more to know for sure, though. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteThis one was recommended years ago so I bought it and admired it on my shelves until now LOL
DeleteI have heard about Iain Banks, but have never read one of his books. The intro you shared definitely has left me intrigued.
ReplyDeleteIt's a short book less than 200 pages.
DeleteI'm not sure what to think of this one. I'd like to read a few pages before committing to more.
ReplyDeleteSuppose to be scary??
DeleteI really should give Iain Banks another chance, I tried one of his books about a decade ago and didn't take to it at all and haven't revisited since - nice opener but I would like a little bit more to see if he can change my mind!
ReplyDeleteI'm curious to begin.
DeleteThat is a short beginning! I will look up this book to find out more.
ReplyDeleteMost who have read it, liked it but scary stuff I'm told.
DeleteI was slightly obsessed with Iain Banks when I was a teenager and loved this book. Very powerful. I reread it last year and it was still as good as I remember it so yes, I would keep reading. I hope you enjoy as I know it's not everyone's taste.
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad you posted your thoughts Emma. I'm even more anxious to try it now.
DeleteI have yet to read anything by Banks. Maybe this would be a good one to start with!
ReplyDeleteYes, perhaps as it's a very short book.
DeleteI've started this book a few times and couldn't get into it. I do mean to try it again as I loved his Crow Road.
ReplyDeleteI haven't read anything by hims but I know others have loved this one.
DeleteMmmm...I'm not sure. I'd need to read a little more.
ReplyDeleteI'm anxious to begin this one.
DeleteIf this is sci fi or dystopia, I'd pass.
ReplyDeleteNot sure but I hear it's good.
DeleteI think I would need to know a bit more
ReplyDeleteI understand it's suppose to be scary.
DeleteThis sounds so bizarre it's interesting. The cover would turn me away, but the opening seals the deal. I'd keep reading.
ReplyDeleteIt is a weird intro as well, looking forward to beginning.
DeleteI'm intrigued by the opening and want to know more.
ReplyDeleteScary stuff I'm told
DeleteOh, that sounds creepy and intriguing. Definitely keep reading!
ReplyDeleteLOL glad u like the scary stuff.
DeleteI had to go look at the blurb to see what this was about before I decided. Umm....yes, I'd be interested. I hate wasps though and am not even sure they are part of the story. We have horrible ones here. ;-)
ReplyDeleteNot sure they are even significant to story but, haven't begun yet.
DeleteI, too, hate wasps but I'd at least read the next paragraph. Sounds interesting.
ReplyDeleteI should have posted a second paragraph.
DeleteI think reading a little more is a good idea!
ReplyDeleteThis one is on my list! I did the RIP challenge last year... I need to decide fast if I'm participating again. Like Today! But this should be a good one--keep reading.
ReplyDeleteIt's pretty short too Debbie.
DeleteI would keep reading although I don't want to read that book :D but if someone gave it to me then i'd read it :P
ReplyDeleteLOL
DeleteIf I any inkling that the protagonist was a wasp, I would find another book. I just don't care for anthropomorphized animal fiction. I'm doing RIP too--fun time of year!
ReplyDeleteI have no clue what this is about, I was only told it is scary.
DeleteI've never read anything by Iain Banks and see that he passed away in 2013. I'm curious about this book, but will wait to see what you think after reading it. :)
ReplyDeleteI just have a feeling I'll enjoy it. I hadn't realized Banks passed away.
DeleteThis sounds creepy and crawling. The cover makes me cringe, lol. Enjoy!
DeleteI know, me too LOL
DeleteOK Diane, now I have to go look up this author. Heard the name, have no idea.
ReplyDeleteHe passed away a few years ago but, readers seemed to have loved this one for the most part.
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