tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7964305665370254420.post7248753269271851182..comments2024-01-08T14:54:50.575-05:00Comments on Bibliophile By the Sea: (2) Brief Book Reviews - Our Missing Hearts; Celeste Ng and Left on Tenth: A Second Chance at Life, A Memoir; Dwlia Ephron(Diane) Bibliophile By the Seahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10519875632878992728noreply@blogger.comBlogger24125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7964305665370254420.post-81800057592671419982022-11-19T12:46:08.218-05:002022-11-19T12:46:08.218-05:00Hmm, it's interesting that the new Celeste Ng&...Hmm, it's interesting that the new Celeste Ng's has dystopian elements. I'm glad you enjoyed it. Ghosts of Martha's Vineyard sounds good!Book of Secretshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06259592113584639013noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7964305665370254420.post-6152973420003638002022-11-18T08:39:53.812-05:002022-11-18T08:39:53.812-05:00The Good Sister was excellent - my book group love...The Good Sister was excellent - my book group loved it too. Sorry I haven't been participating on Tuesday with FCFPTI but, life has been a bit unfair, first my own health concerns and now my husband. Hope to blog again when times are not as stressful.(Diane) Bibliophile By the Seahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10519875632878992728noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7964305665370254420.post-62472947891065075102022-11-18T08:37:15.850-05:002022-11-18T08:37:15.850-05:00Her latest is different but very good.Her latest is different but very good.(Diane) Bibliophile By the Seahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10519875632878992728noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7964305665370254420.post-67409447231315585452022-11-18T08:36:46.152-05:002022-11-18T08:36:46.152-05:00I Judith, I haven't been blogging or reading d...I Judith, I haven't been blogging or reading due to some curveballs life has thrown my way but, wanted to respond to your comment. I enjoyed The Last Chairlift - no review yet-- but, I did think it was too long. I hope you are enjoiying Ephron's memoir. I liked it a lot.(Diane) Bibliophile By the Seahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10519875632878992728noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7964305665370254420.post-50853758989137053602022-11-11T19:11:20.202-05:002022-11-11T19:11:20.202-05:00Hi Diane,
I can't wait to learn what you thoug...Hi Diane,<br />I can't wait to learn what you thought about The Last Chairlift! It's on my list, definitely. In other news, due to your positive review, I'm currently listening to and enjoying Delia Ephron's memoir. Thanks!Judithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06435116453270981662noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7964305665370254420.post-66199093284654356912022-10-26T09:49:43.880-04:002022-10-26T09:49:43.880-04:00I've enjoyed Celeste Ng's books so I'm...I've enjoyed Celeste Ng's books so I'm definitely looking forward to her latest release. :)Melodyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03848131929166247817noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7964305665370254420.post-85885074456961758062022-10-24T17:58:52.894-04:002022-10-24T17:58:52.894-04:00The Good Sister is on my wishlist. I hope you enj...The Good Sister is on my wishlist. I hope you enjoy your books.Yvonnehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13261873308731564886noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7964305665370254420.post-54386989285027402352022-10-24T13:39:35.913-04:002022-10-24T13:39:35.913-04:00Hi Cath - yes, Nora is one of several Ephron siste...Hi Cath - yes, Nora is one of several Ephron sisters. This was a good memoir. I'm doing well - just emailed you.(Diane) Bibliophile By the Seahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10519875632878992728noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7964305665370254420.post-11770933142339072522022-10-24T04:26:34.774-04:002022-10-24T04:26:34.774-04:00I wondered if Delia was any relation to Nora and y...I wondered if Delia was any relation to Nora and you confirmed that in your description. I enjoyed a book of essays by Nora and this book looks like it mighyt be interesting too. How're you keeping, Diane?Cathhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06371069000185280668noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7964305665370254420.post-65435854683081170562022-10-23T19:57:02.712-04:002022-10-23T19:57:02.712-04:00I think you will enjoy listening; she is so very r...I think you will enjoy listening; she is so very real.As the narrator of her memoir her voice works:)(Diane) Bibliophile By the Seahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10519875632878992728noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7964305665370254420.post-76792444671038194062022-10-23T19:52:35.034-04:002022-10-23T19:52:35.034-04:00Yes, I got lucky with these two!Yes, I got lucky with these two!(Diane) Bibliophile By the Seahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10519875632878992728noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7964305665370254420.post-29768808624643362242022-10-23T19:52:05.907-04:002022-10-23T19:52:05.907-04:00Greg, I love her writing style, I hope you get a c...Greg, I love her writing style, I hope you get a chance to try her new book.(Diane) Bibliophile By the Seahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10519875632878992728noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7964305665370254420.post-84332811508556046452022-10-23T19:41:57.584-04:002022-10-23T19:41:57.584-04:00I have the audio of Left on Tenth on my Nonfiction...I have the audio of Left on Tenth on my Nonfiction November list. Really looking forward to it!Les in Oregonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15053880852764886416noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7964305665370254420.post-72208418442405234932022-10-23T18:12:18.160-04:002022-10-23T18:12:18.160-04:00I've been interested in Celeste Ng's books...I've been interested in Celeste Ng's books too ever since Little Fires Everywhere. I need to make time to try her work. Greghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17515345156687765162noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7964305665370254420.post-16326547170595829622022-10-23T17:52:11.814-04:002022-10-23T17:52:11.814-04:00Very long, and, the kind of story that you come to...Very long, and, the kind of story that you come to expect from this author. should finish this week.(Diane) Bibliophile By the Seahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10519875632878992728noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7964305665370254420.post-85814848700908367672022-10-23T17:51:18.225-04:002022-10-23T17:51:18.225-04:00It is typical John Irving. I'm liking it but t...It is typical John Irving. I'm liking it but taking it slow - while driving, cooking etc and most of the month to read -- should finish this week.(Diane) Bibliophile By the Seahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10519875632878992728noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7964305665370254420.post-59957083526380287682022-10-23T17:49:33.463-04:002022-10-23T17:49:33.463-04:00It sure does and that is why it's a bit discon...It sure does and that is why it's a bit disconcerting at times.(Diane) Bibliophile By the Seahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10519875632878992728noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7964305665370254420.post-43853731655009663252022-10-23T17:47:29.560-04:002022-10-23T17:47:29.560-04:00I was wondering whether Left on Tenth would work f...I was wondering whether Left on Tenth would work for me. Reading about a cancer diagnosis and death of a spouse but, she does it so well. I recommend it.(Diane) Bibliophile By the Seahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10519875632878992728noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7964305665370254420.post-49221647570421082162022-10-23T17:45:52.610-04:002022-10-23T17:45:52.610-04:00The Irving novel for me is one that I listen to wh...The Irving novel for me is one that I listen to while driving and, then a few chapters at a time while cooking or relaxing. I like it but, it's taking me most of the month but, I don't mind taking it slow.(Diane) Bibliophile By the Seahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10519875632878992728noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7964305665370254420.post-84779782133255683182022-10-23T17:05:13.380-04:002022-10-23T17:05:13.380-04:00Thx for these reviews. I was wondering about the N...Thx for these reviews. I was wondering about the Ng novel and so glad the Delia memoir is enjoyable. I will try to get it. Can't wait to hear what you think of the Irving novel ... I have a copy but haven't even started. So long!thecuecardhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08870323589682197091noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7964305665370254420.post-69021148235380751632022-10-23T16:36:54.093-04:002022-10-23T16:36:54.093-04:00I hear the new John Irving is good, but really lon...I hear the new John Irving is good, but really long. I hope you enjoy it!Helen's Book Bloghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01404788769349792460noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7964305665370254420.post-62122725886775891412022-10-23T16:32:59.790-04:002022-10-23T16:32:59.790-04:00I just read a review of John Irving's new book...I just read a review of John Irving's new book earlier today. I'll be very interested to see what you think of it.Dorothy Bordershttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12441731296027227394noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7964305665370254420.post-33863849242706210492022-10-23T16:32:43.677-04:002022-10-23T16:32:43.677-04:00The premise of Our Missing Hearts sounds like it d...The premise of Our Missing Hearts sounds like it does sadly hit a little close to home.Lark https://www.blogger.com/profile/13777891312147377769noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7964305665370254420.post-35965823402157814252022-10-23T16:19:48.465-04:002022-10-23T16:19:48.465-04:00I want to read Left On Tenth in '23.
I hope y...I want to read Left On Tenth in '23.<br /><br />I hope you have a great week!Vickihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16974471357928655315noreply@blogger.com