tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22449400.post2162401474720756061..comments2023-10-25T04:08:52.859-05:00Comments on nothing of importance (my everyday blog): Nation...random thoughtsDebihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15429881953804634592noreply@blogger.comBlogger17125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22449400.post-77114675493991281782009-07-21T18:56:23.768-05:002009-07-21T18:56:23.768-05:00Isn't that frustrating when you feel you can&#...Isn't that frustrating when you feel you can't convey the sheer awesomeness of a book? I think you did a marvelous job, Debi. Every single time I go to the bookstore (the used one), I keep my eye open for Pratchett and John Green. I've never had any luck. Maybe I should just break down and buy a new copy so I can experience the awesomeness also.<br /><br />Geez--need to read Vonnegut. For some reason he's one of those guys that intimidates me (probably for no good reason).Trish @ Love, Laughter, Insanityhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17225576485797030511noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22449400.post-26832470820464305022009-07-15T06:43:30.915-05:002009-07-15T06:43:30.915-05:00Christina,
If you do, I highly suggest this one!!!...Christina,<br />If you do, I highly suggest this one!!!<br /><br />Amanda,<br />I honestly hope you love it as much I did!Debihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15429881953804634592noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22449400.post-72214279089394508322009-07-14T20:38:45.824-05:002009-07-14T20:38:45.824-05:00Another book I just can't wait to read...Another book I just can't wait to read...Amandahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07026099426503180472noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22449400.post-35456316776128906222009-07-14T14:12:42.556-05:002009-07-14T14:12:42.556-05:00Everyone, and really, it seems like *everyone* has...Everyone, and really, it seems like *everyone* has read a Pratchett novel except me. I don't know. I mean, I keep hearing how fabulous his novels and characters are but I just haven't found the __________ (whatever it is that draws us to books) to pick one up.<br /><br />Maybe one day!<br /><br />Thanks for the awesome review.christinahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16749333368560606659noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22449400.post-40249081637811458932009-07-14T09:32:52.180-05:002009-07-14T09:32:52.180-05:00ScrapGirl,
I'm a newbie to Terry Pratchett...ScrapGirl, <br />I'm a newbie to Terry Pratchett's writing, too...but man, am I glad that I finally got around to reading him! I think the Tiffany Aching books are probably where I'll head next.<br /><br />Care,<br />You are toooooo sweet, my dear!!! Maybe the creative lit teacher was just having an off-day when she read it. ;) Hope that's the case, because I really hope you enjoy it!<br /><br />Melody,<br />I can almost guarantee that you're going to love it! <br /><br />Staci,<br />I have Nymeth to blame for this one, too. But in this case, I can wholeheartedly say "thank" instead of "blame"...of course that always seems to be the case with her!<br /><br />Kim,<br />How did I not know you were a huge Vonnegut fan?!! I probably did, but my pathetic excuse for a brain forgot. I've read (and loved) almost all of his books...but that was like 20+ years ago. I really, really, really need to do some rereading!<br /><br />Kara,<br />That was a mighty sweet thing to say! And I'm sure the same could be said in reverse if you reviewed all the books you read. I don't think there's a single one that you have reviewed that I haven't wanted to go right out and buy. ;) <br /><br />Chris,<br />You know I think I'm ready to reread it again, too! :D And don't worry, I put it on Rich's nightstand already. And I plan on pestering the poor guy until he just gives in and reads it. And I won't feel the slightest bit guilty for doing so, because I believe with all my heart that he is going to LOVE it!!!! And actually Annie hasn't read it yet either. I hope she will soon. The poor girl...she just hasn't gotten much reading done this year. (Combination of a tough school year and her innate ability to waste time. ;) ) But despite a pretty busy summer she's finally savoring some fun reading time. This is one she really needs to indulge herself with for sure!<br /><br />Kailana,<br />Thanks. :D<br /><br />Bart,<br />That's okay...it deserves repeating. :) That really is one incredibly powerful, moving scene.Debihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15429881953804634592noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22449400.post-49866929612138636572009-07-14T05:42:01.591-05:002009-07-14T05:42:01.591-05:00I know I'm repeating what others have already ...I know I'm repeating what others have already said, but that second qoute, still brings a huge lump to my throat.<br /><br />This is such a good book, I'm so glad that you enjoyed reading it.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17994804810007576090noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22449400.post-54160573744644928852009-07-13T22:44:34.867-05:002009-07-13T22:44:34.867-05:00I really enjoyed this book, too! I am so happy yo...I really enjoyed this book, too! I am so happy you loved it.Kailanahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11136262232046813471noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22449400.post-26269068310313708202009-07-13T21:55:27.618-05:002009-07-13T21:55:27.618-05:00You know what? The Vonnegut comparison fits perfec...You know what? The Vonnegut comparison fits perfectly. I had never thought about that before, but it works.<br /><br />Oh Debi, I loved your review of this so much...it made me want to go get it right off of my bookshelf and read it all over again. It was such a special book for all of the reasons that you mentioned. It was such a touching book, a perfect book, a humorous book, a meaningful book. <br /><br />And I had forgotten how much I really loved it until you posted those short passages. Like Nymeth, I felt choked up again just hearing the quote about the dogs. Such a sad scene.<br /><br />Has Annie read this one yet? I bet she'd love it! And I definitely think Rich needs to read this one! He'd like it I'm sure and it's about time he discovered Pratchett ;)chrisa511https://www.blogger.com/profile/05793512698366676453noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22449400.post-65885660467543728282009-07-13T21:32:22.295-05:002009-07-13T21:32:22.295-05:00You always make every book you blog about sound so...You always make every book you blog about sound so interesting! My TBR list just keeps growing and growing thanks to you!kreedhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13645396422406173022noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22449400.post-78286805535536666732009-07-13T20:31:15.006-05:002009-07-13T20:31:15.006-05:00I haven't had the pleasure of reading Terry Pr...I haven't had the pleasure of reading Terry Pratchett either, but this review lets me know that I'm totally missing out. And you just mentioned Vonnegut, who is totally like my favorite. Ever.<br /><br />Okay, must add to tbr pile :-)Kim Lhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15024112944002002232noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22449400.post-21897937507457551182009-07-13T20:16:46.755-05:002009-07-13T20:16:46.755-05:00Debi,
i loved your thoughts on this one!! I have i...Debi,<br />i loved your thoughts on this one!! I have it in my stack to read all because of Nymeth and now I can blame you too!!!Stacihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07600979915661464945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22449400.post-67216789708875260212009-07-13T18:45:52.325-05:002009-07-13T18:45:52.325-05:00Great review, Debi! This book is already onto my w...Great review, Debi! This book is already onto my wishlist ever since I read Nymeth's review!!! I'm glad you enjoyed it too! :DMelodyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03967837585961009598noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22449400.post-28364933612708344092009-07-13T14:44:17.512-05:002009-07-13T14:44:17.512-05:00Debi, I'll send you the Little Bighorn book af...Debi, I'll send you the Little Bighorn book after I've read it - can you wait until August (I assume, yes, since you likely have a tbr pile as big as mine!) oh - and the Creative Lit teacher in our book club HATED it, just sayin'.Carehttp://bkclubcare.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22449400.post-64569309201391727822009-07-13T13:25:07.223-05:002009-07-13T13:25:07.223-05:00I definitely want to read this one now. What a gu...I definitely want to read this one now. What a gushing review - fabulous! You could have sold me a copy there and then if you had a pile of them. I am quite new to Terry Pratchett, my only adventures had involved Tiffany Aching, so I am now ready to delve in Pratchett's world again.serendipity_vivhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07156013023056026525noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22449400.post-1589163301247080082009-07-13T10:44:27.618-05:002009-07-13T10:44:27.618-05:00Nymeth,
When I getting the links to the other rev...Nymeth,<br /><br />When I getting the links to the other reviews, I reread yours. I had totally forgotten you'd chosen that passage about Mau dealing with the dead bodies. Then again, I'm not at all surprised I picked it, too...it really was such a powerful scene. And I love how posted so much of it. The part about the piglet tore me up almost as much as the dogs. <br /><br />Oh, and the ending was so dead-on perfect! You know, I fully admit that a part of me wanted something different (don't want to say more in case someone has read it, but I know you'll know what I mean). But what I'm talking about would have definitely been the wrong ending.<br /><br />And :D ... I suspect one of the reasons we love them so much is because we share that worldview. I haven't read anything by Douglas Adams. That whole "I'm not smart enough to understand" mentality (which I am working very hard to abandon!), has always steered me away from him. I'd already decided that I needed to change that, but after you grouping him with those two, I know I need to read him more sooner than later!<br /><br />Care,<br />I'm probably not the best judge of that, as this is only the second book of his I've read. Still, I'm going to say YES! YES! YES! YES!Debihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15429881953804634592noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22449400.post-60777540378319011452009-07-13T10:07:41.386-05:002009-07-13T10:07:41.386-05:00wow! double wow! So, if I had not read any P...wow! double wow! So, if I had not read any Pratchett, would this be a good place to start?<br /><br />==>"But what I think is important, no matter which outcome is reached, is that the questions were asked in the first place" reminds me of "Sometimes the answers are not what's important, only the questions..."Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22449400.post-45558900638904183412009-07-13T09:47:44.271-05:002009-07-13T09:47:44.271-05:00I knew you'd love it <3 I really liked thos...I knew you'd love it <3 I really liked those passages you picked too, and re-reading the second one in particular had me teary-eyed all over again.<br /><br />Didn't you just love the ending? I read the final chapter like 4 times, I loved it so much.<br /><br />You are SO right about him and Vonnegut. And I think they have another thing in common: a similar kind of sensibility, or worldview, or whatever the appropriate word is. They seem to come from similar places. Another author I'd link to the two of them is Douglas Adams. Have you read him?Ana S.https://www.blogger.com/profile/16092495983972185943noreply@blogger.com