Every Tuesday I host First Chapter First Paragraph Tuesday Intros sharing the first paragraph or two, from a book I'm reading or will be reading soon.
Harmony; Carolyn Parkhurst
Pamela Dorman Books/Viking - 2016
Prologue
"In another world, you make it work. In another world, you never even hear the name 'Scott Bean.' Or you do, and you maybe even subscribe to his newsletter, but on the night that he comes to speak at a library not far from your house, Iris is sent home from school with a stomach bug, or Josh is out of town and you don't want to hire a sitter. You figure you can catch him next time. Later, when you hear his name on the news and it sounds familiar, you shake your head and think, 'What a wacko.' It doesn't even occur to you to say, 'That could have been me.' Because you know yourself, and it goes without saying. You would never get mixed up in something like that. End of story."
Based on this intro, would you read more or pass on this book?
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Feel free to join in by posting your own First Chapter First Paragraph Intro and linking below.
Intriguing opening--I'd keep reading.
ReplyDeleteGlad u liked the intro.
DeleteI've been eyeing this book...I've enjoyed some other books by this author. Hope you are loving it.
ReplyDeleteI've like other books by her as well and so far so good.
DeleteI can't even imagine being in that mother's shoes. I hope I never know. I like the intro. The narrative voice drew me in right away. I would keep reading.
ReplyDeleteI know, it must be so difficult.
DeleteInteresting intro. It makes me wonder. I'd like to read more.
ReplyDeleteI'm enjoying it so far.
DeleteYes I'd definitely carry on reading, in fact I want to know what Scott Bean did and how the whole event came into being!
ReplyDeleteGlad u liked the intro Cleo - it's good so far.
DeleteOh, that's intriguing. I'm going to look for that.
ReplyDeleteI hope u like it Suzie.
DeleteI haven't even read what the book is about and yes I'd keep on reading. A great intro!
ReplyDeleteEmma, glad the intro resonated with you.
DeleteI'd have to read more, if only to find out what is going on!
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by Margaret; it's good so far.
DeleteHaving a child on the spectrum and knowing a lot others who do as well, I'm definitely intrigued to see where this is heading. It's been on my list for a while!
ReplyDeleteIt's really good so far Karen.
DeleteThis is an intriguing opening that leaves the reader with many questions - I'd continue!
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by Jade and taking time to comment.
DeleteI enjoyed this one .. hope you do too!
ReplyDeleteOh great to hear. I started it on audio and got distracted so now reading the print and enjoying it.
DeleteI would want to read more.
ReplyDeleteGlad u liked the intro.
Deletewow, totally intriguing!
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by and enjoying.
DeleteI think I'd keep reading, although I am not a fan of the 2nd person.
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LOL - glad u took the time to stop by.
DeleteI would keep reading - love the imprint, and the cover too!
ReplyDeleteIt's good and terrific cover I agree.
DeleteAn enticing intro! I'd also keep reading.
ReplyDeleteIt's very good so far.
DeleteI like it! I haven't heard of this title so it's a new one for me.
ReplyDeleteI'm enjoying it so far.
DeleteThat was good and I would read more!
ReplyDeleteGreat to hear; thanks for stopping by Brian.
DeleteThat sounds quite different. I'd have to read a bit more about it before deciding but I'd definitely look into it. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteIt is different but, I am enjoying it.
DeleteI have not read this author before, though I have read good reviews about her novels. Are you going to read it?
ReplyDeleteYes, I'm 1/2 way through and enjoying it Judy.
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