I’ve been hearing that I should read Erdrich for years (and in fact, have two of her other books unread on my shelves) and I was so incredibly impressed by this novel, I am wondering why I waited so long.
Erdrich gets to the emotional truth of her scenes - of the dysfunctional marriage that is also an artist/muse relationship. Neither character is particularly likeable, and all signs point to a tragic ending, but I was riveted. For me, this was one of those rare treasures, a deep literary fiction novel that is also a page turner.
I read this as part of a TLC tour. Check out the other stops!
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Also one of our most admired Native American writers....
The premise of this book fascinates me so I'm glad to see you loved it.
This book seems to have a number of reviewers pulled into it - I'm going to have to check this out!
I did like this book but I have to admit the dysfunction of their family life disturbed me. I read this weeks ago and it's still fresh in my mind.
I read this one for the tour as well. I had such a hard time with the relationship- I walked away not liking it, the writing was excellent, I just couldnt past the flag in the rear-end...:(
I'm so on the fence with this author. I've read other books by her and really didn't enjoy my experience. I may be willing to try this one someday.
Dang! I guess I should read Eldrich as well. I've heard this book is really close to her heart, so I'd love to read it.
Great review! Glad you were on this tour. :)
I really need to read Erdrich myself!
I haven't read Erdrich yet either. I like the two-diary premise. What an interesting way to manipulate someone.
This is a book I am totally bent on reading, and I have read some wonderful reviews of it all over the place. It makes me glad to know that it kept you riveted. I am going to be getting this one soon!
I have loved Erdrich from her very first books (including Jacklight, her book of poems). I will now have to check this one out as well. Thanks for the great words about it (and still so excited about all that is happening for you!)
I haven't heard of this book before, but it sounds good :)
For all of you who are saying, "I need to read some Erdrich," let me encourage you to do so ASAP. I took a course on her work in college and had to read every novel that she had published up until that point -- every one of them was stunning, and none of them were the same. I am eager to check this one out myself...
Lots of good reviews of this one. I've decided it's a shame I haven't read Erdrich!
They should def. get a divorce. :) Sounds like a very interesting book! A book while reading it I will be screaming to the men to get a life. I think! ;)
I have to say, I'm a huge Erdrich fan. I can't wait to get my hands on this one. I have heard a lot of great things about the book. And I heard her talk about the book on NPR and it sounds like the book was inspired by some of her own real life experiences.
Wow, great review! I have had this book to review forever, I should get to it soon. Thanks for the push!
I love Erdrich. I have read several of her books in various classes and just love her writing. I can't wait to get my hands on this one.
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