Question: Does this book make laugh?

This book was very funny, but I have to say that I don't think it is meant to be read all at once. I read it for my book group and waited until a few days before the meeting to read it. I usually do this because if I read it too soon, I will have read several other books by the time we meet to talk about the book. Because I read this so quickly, I felt that some of the stories were a little tiresome after reading so many crazy things in succession. I would have enjoyed it much more in small doses. I was really ready to be finished with it by the time we met. We did have a fun time talking about it though, and it is good for a laugh.

Answer: This book was very funny

<hl> This book was very funny , but I have to say that I don't think it is meant to be read all at once. <hl> I read it for my book group and waited until a few days before the meeting to read it. I usually do this because if I read it too soon, I will have read several other books by the time we meet to talk about the book. Because I read this so quickly, I felt that some of the stories were a little tiresome after reading so many crazy things in succession. I would have enjoyed it much more in small doses. I was really ready to be finished with it by the time we met. We did have a fun time talking about it though, and it is good for a laugh.

<hl> This book was very funny <hl>, but I have to say that I don't think it is meant to be read all at once. I read it for my book group and waited until a few days before the meeting to read it. I usually do this because if I read it too soon, I will have read several other books by the time we meet to talk about the book. Because I read this so quickly, I felt that some of the stories were a little tiresome after reading so many crazy things in succession. I would have enjoyed it much more in small doses. I was really ready to be finished with it by the time we met. We did have a fun time talking about it though, and it is good for a laugh.

<hl> This book was very funny <hl> , but I have to say that I don't think it is meant to be read all at once.


Question: What experience do I leave when reading this book?

I am not a religious person, although I consider myself spiritual, I don't have a very high opinion of organized religion. What bothers me is the hypocrisy of this book. It was lent to me by an atheist friend of mine to "learn the truth".This book is not full of "truth" - it's full of an atheistic fundamentalist violently advocating elimination of the right to think freely, that is, the right to disagree with him. The only way I can see positive reviews for this book happening are if they are written by people who espouse his extremist and fundamentalist viewpoints. Which is frightening to say the least.Although I dislike Christianity as a religion, I do recall Jesus once saying something that is very true - that one should look for the log in one's own eye before pointing out the splinter in another. Many atheists simply refuse to comprehend that perhaps they are practicing the same form of hate and intolerance for their fellow human that those that they criticize are.

Answer: it's full of an atheistic fundamentalist

I am not a religious person, although I consider myself spiritual, I don't have a very high opinion of organized religion. What bothers me is the hypocrisy of this book. It was lent to me by an atheist friend of mine to "learn the truth". <hl> This book is not full of "truth" - it's full of an atheistic fundamentalist violently advocating elimination of the right to think freely, that is, the right to disagree with him. <hl> The only way I can see positive reviews for this book happening are if they are written by people who espouse his extremist and fundamentalist viewpoints. Which is frightening to say the least. Although I dislike Christianity as a religion, I do recall Jesus once saying something that is very true - that one should look for the log in one's own eye before pointing out the splinter in another. Many atheists simply refuse to comprehend that perhaps they are practicing the same form of hate and intolerance for their fellow human that those that they criticize are.

I am not a religious person, although I consider myself spiritual, I don't have a very high opinion of organized religion. What bothers me is the hypocrisy of this book. It was lent to me by an atheist friend of mine to "learn the truth".This book is not full of "truth" - <hl> it's full of an atheistic fundamentalist <hl> violently advocating elimination of the right to think freely, that is, the right to disagree with him. The only way I can see positive reviews for this book happening are if they are written by people who espouse his extremist and fundamentalist viewpoints. Which is frightening to say the least.Although I dislike Christianity as a religion, I do recall Jesus once saying something that is very true - that one should look for the log in one's own eye before pointing out the splinter in another. Many atheists simply refuse to comprehend that perhaps they are practicing the same form of hate and intolerance for their fellow human that those that they criticize are.


Question: How is it one?

Answer: this one is different

<hl> Unlike a lot of his books that end abruptly this one is different and rolls along nicelyI have enjoyed this like his earlier workAn easy read for a plane or a beach weekend <hl>

Unlike a lot of his books that end abruptly <hl> this one is different <hl> and rolls along nicelyI have enjoyed this like his earlier workAn easy read for a plane or a beach weekend


Question: How was the book?

Jeez this book tore a hole through my heart. I loved it so much but this is not a happy perfect love story. There is a ton of baggage going on during this book. I loved Sky and how she was at the beginning with her friends, Six and Brekin. Some of the funniest lines were between them. Then Dean Holder enters the picture and I was immediately intrigued as well as confused by, as sky describes it, his multiple personality disorder. Colleen Hoover did an amzing job of weaving the storylines of this book so that it wasn't obvious from the beginning what the twists were. She gave you enough information at the appropriate time so that you could piece it together naturally. The relationship between Dean and Sky was just heartbreaking and amazing all at the same time. I loved it! I was so mesmerized by the bond that they shared and the commitment to each other despite all the tragedies that had fallen on them. The ending was great with out trying too hard to wrap it up in a fancy pretty bow. It had an ending that fit with the emotional feel to the book it didn't try to jar you into an epilogue 5-10 years down the round when everything is magically perfect. It just kind of stated that life is not perfect and will not ever be so. Fantastically amazing story that is exactly what we have come to expect from Colleen Hoover!

Answer: this book tore a hole through my heart

<hl> Jeez this book tore a hole through my heart . <hl> I loved it so much but this is not a happy perfect love story. There is a ton of baggage going on during this book. I loved Sky and how she was at the beginning with her friends, Six and Brekin. Some of the funniest lines were between them. Then Dean Holder enters the picture and I was immediately intrigued as well as confused by, as sky describes it, his multiple personality disorder. Colleen Hoover did an amzing job of weaving the storylines of this book so that it wasn't obvious from the beginning what the twists were. She gave you enough information at the appropriate time so that you could piece it together naturally. The relationship between Dean and Sky was just heartbreaking and amazing all at the same time. I loved it! I was so mesmerized by the bond that they shared and the commitment to each other despite all the tragedies that had fallen on them. The ending was great with out trying too hard to wrap it up in a fancy pretty bow. It had an ending that fit with the emotional feel to the book it didn't try to jar you into an epilogue 5-10 years down the round when everything is magically perfect. It just kind of stated that life is not perfect and will not ever be so. Fantastically amazing story that is exactly what we have come to expect from Colleen Hoover!

Jeez <hl> this book tore a hole through my heart <hl>. I loved it so much but this is not a happy perfect love story. There is a ton of baggage going on during this book. I loved Sky and how she was at the beginning with her friends, Six and Brekin. Some of the funniest lines were between them. Then Dean Holder enters the picture and I was immediately intrigued as well as confused by, as sky describes it, his multiple personality disorder. Colleen Hoover did an amzing job of weaving the storylines of this book so that it wasn't obvious from the beginning what the twists were. She gave you enough information at the appropriate time so that you could piece it together naturally. The relationship between Dean and Sky was just heartbreaking and amazing all at the same time. I loved it! I was so mesmerized by the bond that they shared and the commitment to each other despite all the tragedies that had fallen on them. The ending was great with out trying too hard to wrap it up in a fancy pretty bow. It had an ending that fit with the emotional feel to the book it didn't try to jar you into an epilogue 5-10 years down the round when everything is magically perfect. It just kind of stated that life is not perfect and will not ever be so. Fantastically amazing story that is exactly what we have come to expect from Colleen Hoover!

Jeez <hl> this book tore a hole through my heart <hl> .


Question: How do you like the write?

I'm not really sure how I stumbled across this book, but I'm glad I did. The writing is excellent, the story is compelling and entertaining, and I was sorry when it was over.

Answer: The writing is excellent

I'm not really sure how I stumbled across this book, but I'm glad I did. <hl> The writing is excellent , the story is compelling and entertaining, and I was sorry when it was over. <hl>

I'm not really sure how I stumbled across this book, but I'm glad I did. <hl> The writing is excellent <hl>, the story is compelling and entertaining, and I was sorry when it was over.

<hl> The writing is excellent <hl> , the story is compelling and entertaining, and I was sorry when it was over.


Question: How is character development?

Angelica PennettaMr. SlaterEnglish 910 December 2010The Girl With The Dragon TattooThe Girl With The Dragon Tattoo was the type of book that took awhile to get into but in the end was worth the wait because of the "on edge" feeling you got throughout almost the whole book; I highly recommend that anyone who loves a good mystery reads this book.The plot was very intriguing; once you think you have it all figured out there is still the doubt that you are wrong and knowing this book you probably are. It seems as if every time you think Salander and Blomvist have the case solved, they find a new piece of evidence that puts a whole new twist on the story. The book starts out in detail about how Mikael Blomvist, a professional journalist, is being convicted for libel but then takes a sudden turn when he is asked by Henrik Vanger, a member of one of the wealthiest family's in Sweden, to help investigate the disappearance of his niece, Harriet Vanger. Lisbeth Salander, a 24 year old rebellion who, let's just say, is a big fan of piercings, tattoos, and intense crime solving, eventually joins Blomvist in the search for Harriet. Step by step, as Salander and Blomvist continue their research they creep a little closer each day to finding out the truth about the Vanger family. As you get closer to the end, you'll find yourself getting ready to jump out of your skin; its one of those endings that slaps you right in the face. When it comes to the ending, you wont disappointed.The highly detailed characterization and conflict was what made this book such a fascinating thriller. When reading the description of Lisbeth Salander, not only does her striking appearance catch your attention but the way her personality is portrayed gives you the perfect imagery. It's not only the physical description of the characters that pulls you in, it's the way everything is played out and crafted so carefully. The conflict was the most important part of this book, in my opinion just because there was conflict after conflict that Salander and Blomvist then had to try and solve. This book is filled from beginning to end with a roller coaster of suspenseful conflict and thrill.Henrik Vanger searched for his niece for 40 years, when everyone gave up and he was all on his own, Blomvist and Salander were the only ones willing to help. By this act of generosity as portrayed in the book, I think the author was trying to make a point to the reader. The point trying to be made could have been anything from meaning do things happen for a reason to if you never give up you may be surprised at what you may find, either way it's a good read. Blomvist takes part in helping Salander find the real her, he helps her realize what she needs to do to be happy while at the same time trying to make everyone else happy.Overall, I loved this book! It was definitely the type of book that was constantly grabbing you and pulling you in; it had me jumping from page to page just to see what was going to happen next. If you're into mind boggling mysteries that make you think, this the book for you! It never stops making you wonder. I would definitely recommend reading this book, but I have to warn you, once you get started you can't stop!Work CitedStieg, Larsson.  The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo.  New York:  Vintage Books, 2009.

Answer: Mikael Blomvist, a professional journalist, is being convicted for libel but then takes a sudden turn when he is asked by Henrik Vanger, a member of one of the wealthiest family's in Sweden

Angelica PennettaMr. SlaterEnglish 910 December 2010The Girl With The Dragon TattooThe Girl With The Dragon Tattoo was the type of book that took awhile to get into but in the end was worth the wait because of the "on edge" feeling you got throughout almost the whole book; I highly recommend that anyone who loves a good mystery reads this book. The plot was very intriguing; once you think you have it all figured out there is still the doubt that you are wrong and knowing this book you probably are. It seems as if every time you think Salander and Blomvist have the case solved, they find a new piece of evidence that puts a whole new twist on the story. <hl> The book starts out in detail about how Mikael Blomvist, a professional journalist, is being convicted for libel but then takes a sudden turn when he is asked by Henrik Vanger, a member of one of the wealthiest family's in Sweden , to help investigate the disappearance of his niece, Harriet Vanger. <hl> Lisbeth Salander, a 24 year old rebellion who, let's just say, is a big fan of piercings, tattoos, and intense crime solving, eventually joins Blomvist in the search for Harriet. Step by step, as Salander and Blomvist continue their research they creep a little closer each day to finding out the truth about the Vanger family. As you get closer to the end, you'll find yourself getting ready to jump out of your skin; its one of those endings that slaps you right in the face. When it comes to the ending, you wont disappointed. The highly detailed characterization and conflict was what made this book such a fascinating thriller. When reading the description of Lisbeth Salander, not only does her striking appearance catch your attention but the way her personality is portrayed gives you the perfect imagery. It's not only the physical description of the characters that pulls you in, it's the way everything is played out and crafted so carefully. The conflict was the most important part of this book, in my opinion just because there was conflict after conflict that Salander and Blomvist then had to try and solve. This book is filled from beginning to end with a roller coaster of suspenseful conflict and thrill. Henrik Vanger searched for his niece for 40 years, when everyone gave up and he was all on his own, Blomvist and Salander were the only ones willing to help. By this act of generosity as portrayed in the book, I think the author was trying to make a point to the reader. The point trying to be made could have been anything from meaning do things happen for a reason to if you never give up you may be surprised at what you may find, either way it's a good read. Blomvist takes part in helping Salander find the real her, he helps her realize what she needs to do to be happy while at the same time trying to make everyone else happy. Overall, I loved this book! It was definitely the type of book that was constantly grabbing you and pulling you in; it had me jumping from page to page just to see what was going to happen next. If you're into mind boggling mysteries that make you think, this the book for you! It never stops making you wonder. I would definitely recommend reading this book, but I have to warn you, once you get started you can't stop!Work CitedStieg, Larsson. The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo. New York: Vintage Books, 2009.

Angelica PennettaMr. SlaterEnglish 910 December 2010The Girl With The Dragon TattooThe Girl With The Dragon Tattoo was the type of book that took awhile to get into but in the end was worth the wait because of the "on edge" feeling you got throughout almost the whole book; I highly recommend that anyone who loves a good mystery reads this book.The plot was very intriguing; once you think you have it all figured out there is still the doubt that you are wrong and knowing this book you probably are. It seems as if every time you think Salander and Blomvist have the case solved, they find a new piece of evidence that puts a whole new twist on the story. The book starts out in detail about how <hl> Mikael Blomvist, a professional journalist, is being convicted for libel but then takes a sudden turn when he is asked by Henrik Vanger, a member of one of the wealthiest family's in Sweden <hl>, to help investigate the disappearance of his niece, Harriet Vanger. Lisbeth Salander, a 24 year old rebellion who, let's just say, is a big fan of piercings, tattoos, and intense crime solving, eventually joins Blomvist in the search for Harriet. Step by step, as Salander and Blomvist continue their research they creep a little closer each day to finding out the truth about the Vanger family. As you get closer to the end, you'll find yourself getting ready to jump out of your skin; its one of those endings that slaps you right in the face. When it comes to the ending, you wont disappointed.The highly detailed characterization and conflict was what made this book such a fascinating thriller. When reading the description of Lisbeth Salander, not only does her striking appearance catch your attention but the way her personality is portrayed gives you the perfect imagery. It's not only the physical description of the characters that pulls you in, it's the way everything is played out and crafted so carefully. The conflict was the most important part of this book, in my opinion just because there was conflict after conflict that Salander and Blomvist then had to try and solve. This book is filled from beginning to end with a roller coaster of suspenseful conflict and thrill.Henrik Vanger searched for his niece for 40 years, when everyone gave up and he was all on his own, Blomvist and Salander were the only ones willing to help. By this act of generosity as portrayed in the book, I think the author was trying to make a point to the reader. The point trying to be made could have been anything from meaning do things happen for a reason to if you never give up you may be surprised at what you may find, either way it's a good read. Blomvist takes part in helping Salander find the real her, he helps her realize what she needs to do to be happy while at the same time trying to make everyone else happy.Overall, I loved this book! It was definitely the type of book that was constantly grabbing you and pulling you in; it had me jumping from page to page just to see what was going to happen next. If you're into mind boggling mysteries that make you think, this the book for you! It never stops making you wonder. I would definitely recommend reading this book, but I have to warn you, once you get started you can't stop!Work CitedStieg, Larsson. The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo. New York: Vintage Books, 2009.

The book starts out in detail about how <hl> Mikael Blomvist, a professional journalist, is being convicted for libel but then takes a sudden turn when he is asked by Henrik Vanger, a member of one of the wealthiest family's in Sweden <hl> , to help investigate the disappearance of his niece, Harriet Vanger.


Question: What do you think about the story?

I read this this book; twice actually. After rupturing an aneurysm in my brain just over 15 months ago, I required emergency brain surgery and nearly died (so I've been told). I had no life altering near death experience. What I did find, during my long road to recovery (which still continues somewhat to this day), was that I needed to find peace/comfort within me.  This book is the first that I have purchased about NDE and a brief trip to Heaven.I will not lie; the story is heartwarming, but I can't decipher whether there is learned fantasy about what the afterlife is supposed to be like (ie: Sunday school teachings), vs actual NDE recollections. Granted, there are some things that I cannot explain away, ie: POP or the sister he didn't know about that he met in Heaven. That, in and of itself gives me reason to think. While I was born and raised in the Catholic religion, I am not religious in the sense that I go to Church every Sunday or what have you. I do, however, consider myself to be a spiritual person, read my Bible and believe in God. I suppose I'm just one of those who takes comfort in hearing of others who have met up and seen loved ones and have seen the glory of an afterlife.All in all, leaving out the facts in the beginning of the book where Colton' s parents waited until he was extremely ill to take him to the hospital and it took a few years for the full experience to come out, it is an uplifting read. It was a good first choice for me.

Answer: It was a good first choice for me

It was a good first choice for me .

I read this this book; twice actually. After rupturing an aneurysm in my brain just over 15 months ago, I required emergency brain surgery and nearly died (so I've been told). I had no life altering near death experience. What I did find, during my long road to recovery (which still continues somewhat to this day), was that I needed to find peace/comfort within me. This book is the first that I have purchased about NDE and a brief trip to Heaven. I will not lie; the story is heartwarming, but I can't decipher whether there is learned fantasy about what the afterlife is supposed to be like (ie: Sunday school teachings), vs actual NDE recollections. Granted, there are some things that I cannot explain away, ie: POP or the sister he didn't know about that he met in Heaven. That, in and of itself gives me reason to think. While I was born and raised in the Catholic religion, I am not religious in the sense that I go to Church every Sunday or what have you. I do, however, consider myself to be a spiritual person, read my Bible and believe in God. I suppose I'm just one of those who takes comfort in hearing of others who have met up and seen loved ones and have seen the glory of an afterlife. All in all, leaving out the facts in the beginning of the book where Colton' s parents waited until he was extremely ill to take him to the hospital and it took a few years for the full experience to come out, it is an uplifting read. <hl> It was a good first choice for me . <hl>

I read this this book; twice actually. After rupturing an aneurysm in my brain just over 15 months ago, I required emergency brain surgery and nearly died (so I've been told). I had no life altering near death experience. What I did find, during my long road to recovery (which still continues somewhat to this day), was that I needed to find peace/comfort within me. This book is the first that I have purchased about NDE and a brief trip to Heaven.I will not lie; the story is heartwarming, but I can't decipher whether there is learned fantasy about what the afterlife is supposed to be like (ie: Sunday school teachings), vs actual NDE recollections. Granted, there are some things that I cannot explain away, ie: POP or the sister he didn't know about that he met in Heaven. That, in and of itself gives me reason to think. While I was born and raised in the Catholic religion, I am not religious in the sense that I go to Church every Sunday or what have you. I do, however, consider myself to be a spiritual person, read my Bible and believe in God. I suppose I'm just one of those who takes comfort in hearing of others who have met up and seen loved ones and have seen the glory of an afterlife.All in all, leaving out the facts in the beginning of the book where Colton' s parents waited until he was extremely ill to take him to the hospital and it took a few years for the full experience to come out, it is an uplifting read. <hl> It was a good first choice for me <hl>.

<hl> It was a good first choice for me <hl> .


Question: How is the research?

The research to write this book was amazing.  Having been acquainted with the scriptural references to the societal issues about the life of Jesus for most of my life, this providing new insights and information that helped create more understanding of those references.  This was a history book, not a catechism.

Answer: The research to write this book was amazing

<hl> The research to write this book was amazing . <hl> Having been acquainted with the scriptural references to the societal issues about the life of Jesus for most of my life, this providing new insights and information that helped create more understanding of those references. This was a history book, not a catechism.

<hl> The research to write this book was amazing <hl>. Having been acquainted with the scriptural references to the societal issues about the life of Jesus for most of my life, this providing new insights and information that helped create more understanding of those references. This was a history book, not a catechism.

<hl> The research to write this book was amazing <hl> .


Question: How is the mystery like?

This is a book I almost gave up.  I listened to it on audio, and a few hours in I felt like I was still listening to background and set-up and was anxious for the story to get started.  Thankfully, once it got rolling it was a snowball I couldn't stop. Mikael Blomkvist and Lisbeth Salander are very interesting characters... very alike in some ways, polar opposites in others.  I spent a great deal of time wondering how their stories would be tied together, and I wasn't disappointed when they eventually were. The mystery of Harriet's disappearance was also very interesting, and the whole story is nothing you would ever expect when the investigation begins. I just had a couple of problems with it... the author tends to refer to everyone by their last name, which is much harder for me to follow.  For some reason, I just don't remember last names as well as first names, so every time someone was mentioned that we hadn't heard of in a while, I had to think for a minute about who they were talking about.  Also, there's a bit of a loose end with the Harriet investigation that I was expecting to be tied up that never was. I was expecting a small twist that never came.Overall, I quite enjoyed this and look forward to reading the next two (assuming the third makes it through translation to English). The ending to this one was sad in a way I didn't expect, and I'm anxious to see what it means for Blomkvist and Salander. If you start reading this and struggle a bit through the beginning, just stick it out... It gets so much better!

Answer: The mystery of Harriet's disappearance was also very interesting

This is a book I almost gave up. I listened to it on audio, and a few hours in I felt like I was still listening to background and set-up and was anxious for the story to get started. Thankfully, once it got rolling it was a snowball I couldn't stop. Mikael Blomkvist and Lisbeth Salander are very interesting characters... very alike in some ways, polar opposites in others. I spent a great deal of time wondering how their stories would be tied together, and I wasn't disappointed when they eventually were. <hl> The mystery of Harriet's disappearance was also very interesting , and the whole story is nothing you would ever expect when the investigation begins. <hl> I just had a couple of problems with it... the author tends to refer to everyone by their last name, which is much harder for me to follow. For some reason, I just don't remember last names as well as first names, so every time someone was mentioned that we hadn't heard of in a while, I had to think for a minute about who they were talking about. Also, there's a bit of a loose end with the Harriet investigation that I was expecting to be tied up that never was. I was expecting a small twist that never came. Overall, I quite enjoyed this and look forward to reading the next two (assuming the third makes it through translation to English). The ending to this one was sad in a way I didn't expect, and I'm anxious to see what it means for Blomkvist and Salander. If you start reading this and struggle a bit through the beginning, just stick it out... It gets so much better!

This is a book I almost gave up. I listened to it on audio, and a few hours in I felt like I was still listening to background and set-up and was anxious for the story to get started. Thankfully, once it got rolling it was a snowball I couldn't stop. Mikael Blomkvist and Lisbeth Salander are very interesting characters... very alike in some ways, polar opposites in others. I spent a great deal of time wondering how their stories would be tied together, and I wasn't disappointed when they eventually were. <hl> The mystery of Harriet's disappearance was also very interesting <hl>, and the whole story is nothing you would ever expect when the investigation begins. I just had a couple of problems with it... the author tends to refer to everyone by their last name, which is much harder for me to follow. For some reason, I just don't remember last names as well as first names, so every time someone was mentioned that we hadn't heard of in a while, I had to think for a minute about who they were talking about. Also, there's a bit of a loose end with the Harriet investigation that I was expecting to be tied up that never was. I was expecting a small twist that never came.Overall, I quite enjoyed this and look forward to reading the next two (assuming the third makes it through translation to English). The ending to this one was sad in a way I didn't expect, and I'm anxious to see what it means for Blomkvist and Salander. If you start reading this and struggle a bit through the beginning, just stick it out... It gets so much better!

<hl> The mystery of Harriet's disappearance was also very interesting <hl> , and the whole story is nothing you would ever expect when the investigation begins.


Question: How is impact?

I love this book! It is not easy to read, but I believe it has a very important message, one that every teenager needs to be aware of. I think it is a book that every teen needs to read, as well as parents and other adults, especially those who deal with kids. It is a book that will leave a mark long after it is finished and will get you thinking. It is the kind of book that will get people to change their behaviour and become more aware of how anything and everything they do affects other people. I love this book, it is in the top 3 best books I've ever read and since I've read a LOT!!!! (like thousands) that's saying something.Lastly,READ THIS!!!!!!!!!

Answer: I love this book! It is not easy to read

<hl> I love this book! It is not easy to read , but I believe it has a very important message, one that every teenager needs to be aware of. <hl> I think it is a book that every teen needs to read, as well as parents and other adults, especially those who deal with kids. It is a book that will leave a mark long after it is finished and will get you thinking. It is the kind of book that will get people to change their behaviour and become more aware of how anything and everything they do affects other people. I love this book, it is in the top 3 best books I've ever read and since I've read a LOT!!!! (like thousands) that's saying something. Lastly,READ THIS!!!!!!!!!

<hl> I love this book! It is not easy to read <hl>, but I believe it has a very important message, one that every teenager needs to be aware of. I think it is a book that every teen needs to read, as well as parents and other adults, especially those who deal with kids. It is a book that will leave a mark long after it is finished and will get you thinking. It is the kind of book that will get people to change their behaviour and become more aware of how anything and everything they do affects other people. I love this book, it is in the top 3 best books I've ever read and since I've read a LOT!!!! (like thousands) that's saying something.Lastly,READ THIS!!!!!!!!!

<hl> I love this book! It is not easy to read <hl> , but I believe it has a very important message, one that every teenager needs to be aware of.


Question: How is the pace?

I was surprised how  much I enjoyed The Hunger Games. Feeling skeptical after reading all the rave reviews, I found myself immediately engrossed in this harrowing post-apocalyptic tale. This book is very hard to put down and I read it in just a few sittings.I felt sure the subject matter (children being forced to fight to the death) would put me off,  but found just the opposite due to  the author's brilliant writing. The pace is brisk, storyline well thought out and characters intriguing.I am usually no fan of 1st person narrative but in this instance it added a freshness and immediacy to the tale.The world building is adequate for the advancement of the plot.I admired the choice of Katniss as our teenaged heroine. She's resourceful, an accomplished hunter and fiercely loyal to her sister and friend.  Her emotional armour is meant to protect her from all the hurt she's experienced in her short, horrible life.  I like that she's complex and yet confused about her thoughts and feelings.  You can't help wanting her to be the victor of the games.A very compelling novel.  Well done, Ms. Collins, and I'll certainly continue with the remainder of the trilogy.Nov. 16, 2011 - edited typo

Answer: The pace is brisk

I was surprised how much I enjoyed The Hunger Games. Feeling skeptical after reading all the rave reviews, I found myself immediately engrossed in this harrowing post-apocalyptic tale. This book is very hard to put down and I read it in just a few sittings. I felt sure the subject matter (children being forced to fight to the death) would put me off, but found just the opposite due to the author's brilliant writing. <hl> The pace is brisk , storyline well thought out and characters intriguing. <hl> I am usually no fan of 1st person narrative but in this instance it added a freshness and immediacy to the tale. The world building is adequate for the advancement of the plot. I admired the choice of Katniss as our teenaged heroine. She's resourceful, an accomplished hunter and fiercely loyal to her sister and friend. Her emotional armour is meant to protect her from all the hurt she's experienced in her short, horrible life. I like that she's complex and yet confused about her thoughts and feelings. You can't help wanting her to be the victor of the games. A very compelling novel. Well done, Ms. Collins, and I'll certainly continue with the remainder of the trilogy. Nov. 16, 2011 - edited typo

I was surprised how much I enjoyed The Hunger Games. Feeling skeptical after reading all the rave reviews, I found myself immediately engrossed in this harrowing post-apocalyptic tale. This book is very hard to put down and I read it in just a few sittings.I felt sure the subject matter (children being forced to fight to the death) would put me off, but found just the opposite due to the author's brilliant writing. <hl> The pace is brisk <hl>, storyline well thought out and characters intriguing.I am usually no fan of 1st person narrative but in this instance it added a freshness and immediacy to the tale.The world building is adequate for the advancement of the plot.I admired the choice of Katniss as our teenaged heroine. She's resourceful, an accomplished hunter and fiercely loyal to her sister and friend. Her emotional armour is meant to protect her from all the hurt she's experienced in her short, horrible life. I like that she's complex and yet confused about her thoughts and feelings. You can't help wanting her to be the victor of the games.A very compelling novel. Well done, Ms. Collins, and I'll certainly continue with the remainder of the trilogy.Nov. 16, 2011 - edited typo

<hl> The pace is brisk <hl> , storyline well thought out and characters intriguing.


Question: Is the book the most thing interesting?

I was disappointed by this book. The premise was intriguing, but the writing and story-line were uninteresting and the characters were inconsistent in their development.

Answer: I was disappointed by this book

I was disappointed by this book .

<hl> I was disappointed by this book . <hl> The premise was intriguing, but the writing and story-line were uninteresting and the characters were inconsistent in their development.

<hl> I was disappointed by this book <hl>. The premise was intriguing, but the writing and story-line were uninteresting and the characters were inconsistent in their development.

<hl> I was disappointed by this book <hl> .


Question: How do you like the story?

Weird, weird book. Very surprised considering its popularity. Had to finish it, though, and it was okay. I hate to say I wouldn't recommend it to a friend. Both characters were very odd and had several issues of their own. No real "good guy" I guess. Left me with a big ole question mark dangling at the end of this one.

Answer: Weird, weird book. Very surprised considering

<hl> Weird, weird book. Very surprised considering its popularity. <hl> Had to finish it, though, and it was okay. I hate to say I wouldn't recommend it to a friend. Both characters were very odd and had several issues of their own. No real "good guy" I guess. Left me with a big ole question mark dangling at the end of this one.

<hl> Weird, weird book. Very surprised considering <hl> its popularity. Had to finish it, though, and it was okay. I hate to say I wouldn't recommend it to a friend. Both characters were very odd and had several issues of their own. No real "good guy" I guess. Left me with a big ole question mark dangling at the end of this one.


Question: Does this work have a deep and complicated story line?

This was a really good story.Read this one- you won't regret it.The characters were both very likeable.I'll definitely read more by this author.

Answer: This was a really good story

This was a really good story .Read

<hl> This was a really good story .Read <hl> this one- you won't regret it. The characters were both very likeable. I'll definitely read more by this author.

<hl> This was a really good story <hl>.Read this one- you won't regret it.The characters were both very likeable.I'll definitely read more by this author.

<hl> This was a really good story <hl> .Read


Question: What is write?

Well I've read all three books now. I KNOW the writing is horrible. In fact there are many things wrong with the writing.. which I think other reviewers did a good job explaining. The thing the bothered me the most is it is blatantly obvious that the author is not American and has the lead character drinking English breakfast tea reading English books and the geography is off.  However, if you can get past the writing the story is good and keeps you on your toes. The sex in this book is hot but gets to be unbelievable after awhile but it is still fun to read.  If you want a fun decent easy read this is for you. I really wanted to hate these books because of all the hype.  BUT it sucks you in and spits you out wanting more Ana and Christian.

Answer: Well

Well I've read all three books now.

<hl> Well I've read all three books now. <hl> I KNOW the writing is horrible. In fact there are many things wrong with the writing.. which I think other reviewers did a good job explaining. The thing the bothered me the most is it is blatantly obvious that the author is not American and has the lead character drinking English breakfast tea reading English books and the geography is off. However, if you can get past the writing the story is good and keeps you on your toes. The sex in this book is hot but gets to be unbelievable after awhile but it is still fun to read. If you want a fun decent easy read this is for you. I really wanted to hate these books because of all the hype. BUT it sucks you in and spits you out wanting more Ana and Christian.

<hl> Well <hl> I've read all three books now. I KNOW the writing is horrible. In fact there are many things wrong with the writing.. which I think other reviewers did a good job explaining. The thing the bothered me the most is it is blatantly obvious that the author is not American and has the lead character drinking English breakfast tea reading English books and the geography is off. However, if you can get past the writing the story is good and keeps you on your toes. The sex in this book is hot but gets to be unbelievable after awhile but it is still fun to read. If you want a fun decent easy read this is for you. I really wanted to hate these books because of all the hype. BUT it sucks you in and spits you out wanting more Ana and Christian.


Question: How twisted is the story?

Torn from You begins immediately after that crazy cliffhanger from With You. I do recommend that you read With You first because I think it is important for you to understand the connection between Emily and Sculpt/Logan. You will find that their relationship is raw and intense.Emily’s is ripped from her simple life. She is thrust into a dark world that is dangerous, abusive and disgusting. She is at the mercy of evil men who want to train her and sell her as a sex slave. But when she thinks the man she has given her heart to is there to save her, she couldn’t be so wrong.When Emily realizes it was Sculpt who brought her to Mexico and he owns her, she is horrified. Everything that she had come to know has been torn apart. Emily’s heart is shattered and she has no other choice but to do what she has to in order to survive.Her days in captivity will test her strength and her ability to survive. The torture and torment that she goes through was heartbreaking to read. Logan owns Emily and she has to submit to him so that she is not sold to someone else. Raul who is the man in charge is evil to the core. He has agreed to allow Logan to have Emily but is watching them closely. Emily is torn between the hate she feels towards Logan and the guilt she feels for allowing herself to desire this man and continues to feel the raw and intense feelings she had when they first met. Ultimately, she does everything that Logan asks of her, although some is degrading and horrific, she has to survive and has no choice.As days slowly pass Emily continues to sink into her confusion with Logan. There are moments when she sees glimpses of the Logan she fell in love with but then it is quickly replaced with the cold and ruthless man who brought her into the darkness. She doesn’t know what to believe. He is protecting her from some evil things but why has he done this to her.“We were torn apart, because Eme – I’d never have stayed away from you any other way.”For me, the first part of this book was very dark and intense. I fell in love with Sculpt/Logan in With You then everything fell apart when I met him again in Torn from You. I felt the hate and anger that Emily did. But seeing bits and pieces of the old Logan gave me hope.The second part of the book took on a NA feel for me. I still loved it but it definitely shifted gears for me. It is 2 years later when we find Emily coping the best she can within the life she has rebuilt for herself. She has not had any contact with Logan and has no idea where he is. Her heart has mended a bit but she still carries around quite a bit of pain and anger from what she went through.Then one day Logan resurfaces again. Logan wants Emily back. He needs her back in his life. Emily is harboring quite a bit of anger and hatred. She is frightened of him. She hates that he reminds her of such a horrific part of her life. But Logan is willing to fight to get Emily back into his life. He needs her to understand why he did what he did and to let him help her heal.What we find out about Logan, his family and what he goes through is heartbreaking. But will what he tells Emily be enough? Is her heart strong enough to open up again and let him back in. We watch Emily struggle with her feelings but still stay strong. Logan is willing to do anything to get her back. Emotions are high and still very raw. We get some much needed answers but not without more crazy stuff.This was definitely a crazy ride for me. I loved Emily who was that girl who was beautiful on the inside and beautiful on the outside. She was a fighter and a survivor. She cared deeply. Sculpt/Logan was one of those characters that had me loving him one moment and hating him the next. He was intense and for me I thought he was emotional. He rarely loved and when he did he did it deeply.I also thought the other characters were great too. Some were a bit crazy like Georgia (who should probably lighten up on the drinking) but she was great. Deck was a badass and I loved him. Kat was an amazing friend and so was Matt. Crisis added a bit of craziness and Ream; I wonder what his story is.Looking forward to more things from this author!

Answer: Logan owns Emily and she has to submit to him so that she is not sold to someone else

Torn from You begins immediately after that crazy cliffhanger from With You. I do recommend that you read With You first because I think it is important for you to understand the connection between Emily and Sculpt/Logan. You will find that their relationship is raw and intense. Emily’s is ripped from her simple life. She is thrust into a dark world that is dangerous, abusive and disgusting. She is at the mercy of evil men who want to train her and sell her as a sex slave. But when she thinks the man she has given her heart to is there to save her, she couldn’t be so wrong. When Emily realizes it was Sculpt who brought her to Mexico and he owns her, she is horrified. Everything that she had come to know has been torn apart. Emily’s heart is shattered and she has no other choice but to do what she has to in order to survive. Her days in captivity will test her strength and her ability to survive. The torture and torment that she goes through was heartbreaking to read. <hl> Logan owns Emily and she has to submit to him so that she is not sold to someone else . <hl> Raul who is the man in charge is evil to the core. He has agreed to allow Logan to have Emily but is watching them closely. Emily is torn between the hate she feels towards Logan and the guilt she feels for allowing herself to desire this man and continues to feel the raw and intense feelings she had when they first met. Ultimately, she does everything that Logan asks of her, although some is degrading and horrific, she has to survive and has no choice. As days slowly pass Emily continues to sink into her confusion with Logan. There are moments when she sees glimpses of the Logan she fell in love with but then it is quickly replaced with the cold and ruthless man who brought her into the darkness. She doesn’t know what to believe. He is protecting her from some evil things but why has he done this to her.“We were torn apart, because Eme – I’d never have stayed away from you any other way.”For me, the first part of this book was very dark and intense. I fell in love with Sculpt/Logan in With You then everything fell apart when I met him again in Torn from You. I felt the hate and anger that Emily did. But seeing bits and pieces of the old Logan gave me hope. The second part of the book took on a NA feel for me. I still loved it but it definitely shifted gears for me. It is 2 years later when we find Emily coping the best she can within the life she has rebuilt for herself. She has not had any contact with Logan and has no idea where he is. Her heart has mended a bit but she still carries around quite a bit of pain and anger from what she went through. Then one day Logan resurfaces again. Logan wants Emily back. He needs her back in his life. Emily is harboring quite a bit of anger and hatred. She is frightened of him. She hates that he reminds her of such a horrific part of her life. But Logan is willing to fight to get Emily back into his life. He needs her to understand why he did what he did and to let him help her heal. What we find out about Logan, his family and what he goes through is heartbreaking. But will what he tells Emily be enough? Is her heart strong enough to open up again and let him back in. We watch Emily struggle with her feelings but still stay strong. Logan is willing to do anything to get her back. Emotions are high and still very raw. We get some much needed answers but not without more crazy stuff. This was definitely a crazy ride for me. I loved Emily who was that girl who was beautiful on the inside and beautiful on the outside. She was a fighter and a survivor. She cared deeply. Sculpt/Logan was one of those characters that had me loving him one moment and hating him the next. He was intense and for me I thought he was emotional. He rarely loved and when he did he did it deeply. I also thought the other characters were great too. Some were a bit crazy like Georgia (who should probably lighten up on the drinking) but she was great. Deck was a badass and I loved him. Kat was an amazing friend and so was Matt. Crisis added a bit of craziness and Ream; I wonder what his story is. Looking forward to more things from this author!

Torn from You begins immediately after that crazy cliffhanger from With You. I do recommend that you read With You first because I think it is important for you to understand the connection between Emily and Sculpt/Logan. You will find that their relationship is raw and intense.Emily’s is ripped from her simple life. She is thrust into a dark world that is dangerous, abusive and disgusting. She is at the mercy of evil men who want to train her and sell her as a sex slave. But when she thinks the man she has given her heart to is there to save her, she couldn’t be so wrong.When Emily realizes it was Sculpt who brought her to Mexico and he owns her, she is horrified. Everything that she had come to know has been torn apart. Emily’s heart is shattered and she has no other choice but to do what she has to in order to survive.Her days in captivity will test her strength and her ability to survive. The torture and torment that she goes through was heartbreaking to read. <hl> Logan owns Emily and she has to submit to him so that she is not sold to someone else <hl>. Raul who is the man in charge is evil to the core. He has agreed to allow Logan to have Emily but is watching them closely. Emily is torn between the hate she feels towards Logan and the guilt she feels for allowing herself to desire this man and continues to feel the raw and intense feelings she had when they first met. Ultimately, she does everything that Logan asks of her, although some is degrading and horrific, she has to survive and has no choice.As days slowly pass Emily continues to sink into her confusion with Logan. There are moments when she sees glimpses of the Logan she fell in love with but then it is quickly replaced with the cold and ruthless man who brought her into the darkness. She doesn’t know what to believe. He is protecting her from some evil things but why has he done this to her.“We were torn apart, because Eme – I’d never have stayed away from you any other way.”For me, the first part of this book was very dark and intense. I fell in love with Sculpt/Logan in With You then everything fell apart when I met him again in Torn from You. I felt the hate and anger that Emily did. But seeing bits and pieces of the old Logan gave me hope.The second part of the book took on a NA feel for me. I still loved it but it definitely shifted gears for me. It is 2 years later when we find Emily coping the best she can within the life she has rebuilt for herself. She has not had any contact with Logan and has no idea where he is. Her heart has mended a bit but she still carries around quite a bit of pain and anger from what she went through.Then one day Logan resurfaces again. Logan wants Emily back. He needs her back in his life. Emily is harboring quite a bit of anger and hatred. She is frightened of him. She hates that he reminds her of such a horrific part of her life. But Logan is willing to fight to get Emily back into his life. He needs her to understand why he did what he did and to let him help her heal.What we find out about Logan, his family and what he goes through is heartbreaking. But will what he tells Emily be enough? Is her heart strong enough to open up again and let him back in. We watch Emily struggle with her feelings but still stay strong. Logan is willing to do anything to get her back. Emotions are high and still very raw. We get some much needed answers but not without more crazy stuff.This was definitely a crazy ride for me. I loved Emily who was that girl who was beautiful on the inside and beautiful on the outside. She was a fighter and a survivor. She cared deeply. Sculpt/Logan was one of those characters that had me loving him one moment and hating him the next. He was intense and for me I thought he was emotional. He rarely loved and when he did he did it deeply.I also thought the other characters were great too. Some were a bit crazy like Georgia (who should probably lighten up on the drinking) but she was great. Deck was a badass and I loved him. Kat was an amazing friend and so was Matt. Crisis added a bit of craziness and Ream; I wonder what his story is.Looking forward to more things from this author!

<hl> Logan owns Emily and she has to submit to him so that she is not sold to someone else <hl> .


Question: Do you have a gift for me?

There are no words that can completely describe the intensity of this book. It is for a more mature audience, because it does deal with a very dark subject matter.  At times, I found it very hard to read some scenes because I just could not imagine a father doing that to his own sister and child. This book is very heartbreaking and painful to read, but it is the strength, will, and heart of the characters that make this book a standout.It was very well written and extremely engaging and has left me completely speechless as to the talent of Colleen Hoover.  Sky is beyond brave and she is a survivor in more ways than one.  She is absolutely incredible, smart, and strong willed.  I can never imagine going through what she has gone through ever.Now for Dean Holder. Dean is just....There is no way to describe Holder than perfection.  He has his flaws, but everything that comes out of his mouth and everything he does for Sky just melts my heart and soul.  Certain scenes from Holder made me cry.  Certain scenes from Holder made me laugh and completely swoon for him. Certain scenes from Holder made me just want to hold him tight and NEVER LET GO.  He is just one of a kind and he is truly what Sky needed to get through her traumatic past. It also doesn't hurt that he has amazing blue eyes, lick-able dimples,is incredibly handsome, and a flirtatious tease. I just can't get enough of Holder and I don't think I ever will. He has and will always have a very special place in my heart.Sky and Holder's love for each other is just simply breathtaking.  Their love is unconditional and Holder is there for Sky through every revelation and truth. He shows her the path, but he never forces any decisions on her. He guides her and protects her any way that he can possibly find. It is together that they discover their painful past, and it is together that they find each other and find a kind of love that transcends time.  It is a truly beautiful and lasting love and very awe inspiring.I cannot wait for Dean's POV in Losing Hope. I still feel that there is more to him that I want to know and need to know and I am sure Colleen Hoover will deliver!!!!!!!!!!!

Answer: This book is very heartbreaking and painful to read

There are no words that can completely describe the intensity of this book. It is for a more mature audience, because it does deal with a very dark subject matter. At times, I found it very hard to read some scenes because I just could not imagine a father doing that to his own sister and child. <hl> This book is very heartbreaking and painful to read , but it is the strength, will, and heart of the characters that make this book a standout. <hl> It was very well written and extremely engaging and has left me completely speechless as to the talent of Colleen Hoover. Sky is beyond brave and she is a survivor in more ways than one. She is absolutely incredible, smart, and strong willed. I can never imagine going through what she has gone through ever. Now for Dean Holder. Dean is just.... There is no way to describe Holder than perfection. He has his flaws, but everything that comes out of his mouth and everything he does for Sky just melts my heart and soul. Certain scenes from Holder made me cry. Certain scenes from Holder made me laugh and completely swoon for him. Certain scenes from Holder made me just want to hold him tight and NEVER LET GO. He is just one of a kind and he is truly what Sky needed to get through her traumatic past. It also doesn't hurt that he has amazing blue eyes, lick-able dimples,is incredibly handsome, and a flirtatious tease. I just can't get enough of Holder and I don't think I ever will. He has and will always have a very special place in my heart. Sky and Holder's love for each other is just simply breathtaking. Their love is unconditional and Holder is there for Sky through every revelation and truth. He shows her the path, but he never forces any decisions on her. He guides her and protects her any way that he can possibly find. It is together that they discover their painful past, and it is together that they find each other and find a kind of love that transcends time. It is a truly beautiful and lasting love and very awe inspiring. I cannot wait for Dean's POV in Losing Hope. I still feel that there is more to him that I want to know and need to know and I am sure Colleen Hoover will deliver!!!!!!!!!!!

There are no words that can completely describe the intensity of this book. It is for a more mature audience, because it does deal with a very dark subject matter. At times, I found it very hard to read some scenes because I just could not imagine a father doing that to his own sister and child. <hl> This book is very heartbreaking and painful to read <hl>, but it is the strength, will, and heart of the characters that make this book a standout.It was very well written and extremely engaging and has left me completely speechless as to the talent of Colleen Hoover. Sky is beyond brave and she is a survivor in more ways than one. She is absolutely incredible, smart, and strong willed. I can never imagine going through what she has gone through ever.Now for Dean Holder. Dean is just....There is no way to describe Holder than perfection. He has his flaws, but everything that comes out of his mouth and everything he does for Sky just melts my heart and soul. Certain scenes from Holder made me cry. Certain scenes from Holder made me laugh and completely swoon for him. Certain scenes from Holder made me just want to hold him tight and NEVER LET GO. He is just one of a kind and he is truly what Sky needed to get through her traumatic past. It also doesn't hurt that he has amazing blue eyes, lick-able dimples,is incredibly handsome, and a flirtatious tease. I just can't get enough of Holder and I don't think I ever will. He has and will always have a very special place in my heart.Sky and Holder's love for each other is just simply breathtaking. Their love is unconditional and Holder is there for Sky through every revelation and truth. He shows her the path, but he never forces any decisions on her. He guides her and protects her any way that he can possibly find. It is together that they discover their painful past, and it is together that they find each other and find a kind of love that transcends time. It is a truly beautiful and lasting love and very awe inspiring.I cannot wait for Dean's POV in Losing Hope. I still feel that there is more to him that I want to know and need to know and I am sure Colleen Hoover will deliver!!!!!!!!!!!

<hl> This book is very heartbreaking and painful to read <hl> , but it is the strength, will, and heart of the characters that make this book a standout.


Question: How was the characterization of actors?

Don't waste your money on this book, it's popularity is all hype, which the publisher and author I'm sure are loving.  I read the reviews of the book here on Amazon and decided not to purchase it, but talk about it is everywhere and I wanted to see what the big deal was. I'm very glad I got it at the library, it's everything the poor reviews had said it was. The writing is poor, the characters are not compelling or well developed. The hype comes from the fact that the author writes about a topic (sexual dominance) that is usually a hush-hush topic. This book is probably a great read for a man.  It's basically a sexual fantasty story as a man would like the story to go.

Answer: the characters are not compelling or well developed

Don't waste your money on this book, it's popularity is all hype, which the publisher and author I'm sure are loving. I read the reviews of the book here on Amazon and decided not to purchase it, but talk about it is everywhere and I wanted to see what the big deal was. I'm very glad I got it at the library, it's everything the poor reviews had said it was. <hl> The writing is poor, the characters are not compelling or well developed . <hl> The hype comes from the fact that the author writes about a topic (sexual dominance) that is usually a hush-hush topic. This book is probably a great read for a man. It's basically a sexual fantasty story as a man would like the story to go.

Don't waste your money on this book, it's popularity is all hype, which the publisher and author I'm sure are loving. I read the reviews of the book here on Amazon and decided not to purchase it, but talk about it is everywhere and I wanted to see what the big deal was. I'm very glad I got it at the library, it's everything the poor reviews had said it was. The writing is poor, <hl> the characters are not compelling or well developed <hl>. The hype comes from the fact that the author writes about a topic (sexual dominance) that is usually a hush-hush topic. This book is probably a great read for a man. It's basically a sexual fantasty story as a man would like the story to go.

The writing is poor, <hl> the characters are not compelling or well developed <hl> .


Question: Which part of the movie do you like?

I had so many people give me their opinions about this trilogy, and many of them didn't like the third book, so my expectations were quite low.  I must say, though, that I LOVED this book.  As an editor, I was a bit surprised at some of the things Collins got away with; as a romantic, I would have liked to have seen her spend a little more time on the romance part of the story.  As a human being, I just couldn't get enough of this story.  It's beautiful and tragic and raw and compelling and just plain phenomenal!  Despite a few mechanical and other minor flaws, it's a great book!  If you like a book that's wonderfully revolutionary, darkly provocative, and emotionally epic, this is for you.  I got teary-eyed several times throughout the novel, but the truth is that I was reading too fast, desperate to see what happened next, to let myself feel the emotion of it all.  With all that energy pent up, I read the quiet, understated afterword at the end.  And cried.  I totally want to read the entire trilogy again.  Don't let all the negative reviews out there get you down.  If you liked the first two books, you'll love the third.  It's an awesome, climatic, mind-blowing end to a story that's shattering on so many levels.  Let yourself get lost in it!

Answer: and many of them didn't like the third book

<hl> I had so many people give me their opinions about this trilogy, and many of them didn't like the third book , so my expectations were quite low. <hl> I must say, though, that I LOVED this book. As an editor, I was a bit surprised at some of the things Collins got away with; as a romantic, I would have liked to have seen her spend a little more time on the romance part of the story. As a human being, I just couldn't get enough of this story. It's beautiful and tragic and raw and compelling and just plain phenomenal! Despite a few mechanical and other minor flaws, it's a great book! If you like a book that's wonderfully revolutionary, darkly provocative, and emotionally epic, this is for you. I got teary-eyed several times throughout the novel, but the truth is that I was reading too fast, desperate to see what happened next, to let myself feel the emotion of it all. With all that energy pent up, I read the quiet, understated afterword at the end. And cried. I totally want to read the entire trilogy again. Don't let all the negative reviews out there get you down. If you liked the first two books, you'll love the third. It's an awesome, climatic, mind-blowing end to a story that's shattering on so many levels. Let yourself get lost in it!

I had so many people give me their opinions about this trilogy, <hl> and many of them didn't like the third book <hl>, so my expectations were quite low. I must say, though, that I LOVED this book. As an editor, I was a bit surprised at some of the things Collins got away with; as a romantic, I would have liked to have seen her spend a little more time on the romance part of the story. As a human being, I just couldn't get enough of this story. It's beautiful and tragic and raw and compelling and just plain phenomenal! Despite a few mechanical and other minor flaws, it's a great book! If you like a book that's wonderfully revolutionary, darkly provocative, and emotionally epic, this is for you. I got teary-eyed several times throughout the novel, but the truth is that I was reading too fast, desperate to see what happened next, to let myself feel the emotion of it all. With all that energy pent up, I read the quiet, understated afterword at the end. And cried. I totally want to read the entire trilogy again. Don't let all the negative reviews out there get you down. If you liked the first two books, you'll love the third. It's an awesome, climatic, mind-blowing end to a story that's shattering on so many levels. Let yourself get lost in it!

I had so many people give me their opinions about this trilogy, <hl> and many of them didn't like the third book <hl> , so my expectations were quite low.


Question: Does this synopsis interesting?

I was less than halfway and almost gave up but was encouraged to continue. The second half was definitely much better but here is my beef. The author is great at displaying quirks and interesting insights into people; almost too clever. There are too many times where the story spins it's web of cute little descriptions of people, places, modern customs, mores and those weird things that people do. But it does not always help the story, it just seems to be a vehicle for the author to show what great insight she has into other people. But I want 'story'.As for the story, it builds slowly but it was a bit obvious where it was going, toward a big "twist". of course the second half was twisted again, multiple times. I cannot say I knew exactly how it would turn out, but it was tightly wound around a very few possibilities.Finally, and this is truly just a personal choice, I like to see some characters with some redeeming features. This story truly had no character that I would want to know personally. There was no one likable, not even remotely. I like a story where I can identify the hero and relate in some way.So I was a bit disappointed but it was certainly a clever story with great insights into the ways of our world, in some ways that are not very flattering.

Answer: The author is great at displaying quirks and interesting

I was less than halfway and almost gave up but was encouraged to continue. The second half was definitely much better but here is my beef. <hl> The author is great at displaying quirks and interesting insights into people; almost too clever. <hl> There are too many times where the story spins it's web of cute little descriptions of people, places, modern customs, mores and those weird things that people do. But it does not always help the story, it just seems to be a vehicle for the author to show what great insight she has into other people. But I want 'story'. As for the story, it builds slowly but it was a bit obvious where it was going, toward a big "twist". of course the second half was twisted again, multiple times. I cannot say I knew exactly how it would turn out, but it was tightly wound around a very few possibilities. Finally, and this is truly just a personal choice, I like to see some characters with some redeeming features. This story truly had no character that I would want to know personally. There was no one likable, not even remotely. I like a story where I can identify the hero and relate in some way. So I was a bit disappointed but it was certainly a clever story with great insights into the ways of our world, in some ways that are not very flattering.

I was less than halfway and almost gave up but was encouraged to continue. The second half was definitely much better but here is my beef. <hl> The author is great at displaying quirks and interesting <hl> insights into people; almost too clever. There are too many times where the story spins it's web of cute little descriptions of people, places, modern customs, mores and those weird things that people do. But it does not always help the story, it just seems to be a vehicle for the author to show what great insight she has into other people. But I want 'story'.As for the story, it builds slowly but it was a bit obvious where it was going, toward a big "twist". of course the second half was twisted again, multiple times. I cannot say I knew exactly how it would turn out, but it was tightly wound around a very few possibilities.Finally, and this is truly just a personal choice, I like to see some characters with some redeeming features. This story truly had no character that I would want to know personally. There was no one likable, not even remotely. I like a story where I can identify the hero and relate in some way.So I was a bit disappointed but it was certainly a clever story with great insights into the ways of our world, in some ways that are not very flattering.


Question: Where is the author of the piece?

This trilogy is worth reading. I couldn't honestly give this a 5 star rating because the writing is awful and the editing is just as bad. If the eyeglass wearing conscious, the inner goddess, and all that smirking had been removed I'd have given 4.5 just for that. One thing that allowed me to read all 3 books without grinding my teeth is that fairly early into the first book I realized this reads like a teenager girls diary. That made it much less painless for me when I approached it that way.If you can get through the first 2 books, and you must read them or you will be completely lost, I think you will agree this was worth it. Finally you get the rest of the story. Christian's childhood is filled in more as well as what really happened with him and Mrs. Robinson. You find out why a person has targeted Christian and Ana, who the accomplice is, and why they help. I won't go into book description because too many others have covered that very well and I won't give spoilers.I would like to comment on the mommy porn thing. While there is some BDSM and some sex, there really isn't as much as you would think from all the comments. There is actually more talk about the BDSM than the actual practice of it and the sex is mostly vanilla. If those topics bother you and you're still a bit interested, this is a fairly safe book to try.

Answer: This trilogy is worth reading

This trilogy is worth reading .

<hl> This trilogy is worth reading . <hl> I couldn't honestly give this a 5 star rating because the writing is awful and the editing is just as bad. If the eyeglass wearing conscious, the inner goddess, and all that smirking had been removed I'd have given 4.5 just for that. One thing that allowed me to read all 3 books without grinding my teeth is that fairly early into the first book I realized this reads like a teenager girls diary. That made it much less painless for me when I approached it that way. If you can get through the first 2 books, and you must read them or you will be completely lost, I think you will agree this was worth it. Finally you get the rest of the story. Christian's childhood is filled in more as well as what really happened with him and Mrs. Robinson. You find out why a person has targeted Christian and Ana, who the accomplice is, and why they help. I won't go into book description because too many others have covered that very well and I won't give spoilers. I would like to comment on the mommy porn thing. While there is some BDSM and some sex, there really isn't as much as you would think from all the comments. There is actually more talk about the BDSM than the actual practice of it and the sex is mostly vanilla. If those topics bother you and you're still a bit interested, this is a fairly safe book to try.

<hl> This trilogy is worth reading <hl>. I couldn't honestly give this a 5 star rating because the writing is awful and the editing is just as bad. If the eyeglass wearing conscious, the inner goddess, and all that smirking had been removed I'd have given 4.5 just for that. One thing that allowed me to read all 3 books without grinding my teeth is that fairly early into the first book I realized this reads like a teenager girls diary. That made it much less painless for me when I approached it that way.If you can get through the first 2 books, and you must read them or you will be completely lost, I think you will agree this was worth it. Finally you get the rest of the story. Christian's childhood is filled in more as well as what really happened with him and Mrs. Robinson. You find out why a person has targeted Christian and Ana, who the accomplice is, and why they help. I won't go into book description because too many others have covered that very well and I won't give spoilers.I would like to comment on the mommy porn thing. While there is some BDSM and some sex, there really isn't as much as you would think from all the comments. There is actually more talk about the BDSM than the actual practice of it and the sex is mostly vanilla. If those topics bother you and you're still a bit interested, this is a fairly safe book to try.

<hl> This trilogy is worth reading <hl> .


Question: What is the part of the movie?

I got to the end of this book, flipped to page one, and started reading again.  You feel like you are researching the history of the vampire right along with the characters.  You read the documents they do.  You hear the stories they do.  These characters spend far more time in the library than they do fighting, and the story is richer, and more exciting, for sake of it.  It is a return to great literature.  I eagerly await the next book by Ms. Kostova.  She's definitely on my list of favorite authors.

Answer: I got to the end of this book

<hl> I got to the end of this book , flipped to page one, and started reading again. <hl> You feel like you are researching the history of the vampire right along with the characters. You read the documents they do. You hear the stories they do. These characters spend far more time in the library than they do fighting, and the story is richer, and more exciting, for sake of it. It is a return to great literature. I eagerly await the next book by Ms. Kostova. She's definitely on my list of favorite authors.

<hl> I got to the end of this book <hl>, flipped to page one, and started reading again. You feel like you are researching the history of the vampire right along with the characters. You read the documents they do. You hear the stories they do. These characters spend far more time in the library than they do fighting, and the story is richer, and more exciting, for sake of it. It is a return to great literature. I eagerly await the next book by Ms. Kostova. She's definitely on my list of favorite authors.

<hl> I got to the end of this book <hl> , flipped to page one, and started reading again.


Question: When did you get a new job?

The basic plot and themes of The Help have been covered by other reviewers. I don't regret reading this book as an entertaining piece of fiction, but it is hardly an incisive look at 1960s race relations (being too superficial to do the subject justice). Some reviewers would have us believe this book is world-changing, thought provoking etc. I just see it as a novel with an interesting storyline, some entertaining vignettes and 3 first-person narrators which provides a nice change from other works of fiction.The things that stop me from proclaiming The Help as a profoundly meaningful book are several. A minor gripe was that the story seemed to move very slowly. But this could be viewed as intentional (change comes slowly, people in the south were stuck in their ways etc). Poor editing is another flaw ("The scream was like a piece of material ripped into shredded halves"). Others have already mentioned the stereotypical characters. Sure, they were likeable, but they were nevertheless predictable and one-dimensional. Add to this the increasingly farcical progression of events, coupled with blatant sentimentality and I could no longer take this book seriously. I finished it because I wanted to know what happened, but can't say I was particularly moved or influenced by this story.

Answer: the stereotypical

The basic plot and themes of The Help have been covered by other reviewers. I don't regret reading this book as an entertaining piece of fiction, but it is hardly an incisive look at 1960s race relations (being too superficial to do the subject justice). Some reviewers would have us believe this book is world-changing, thought provoking etc. I just see it as a novel with an interesting storyline, some entertaining vignettes and 3 first-person narrators which provides a nice change from other works of fiction. The things that stop me from proclaiming The Help as a profoundly meaningful book are several. A minor gripe was that the story seemed to move very slowly. But this could be viewed as intentional (change comes slowly, people in the south were stuck in their ways etc). Poor editing is another flaw ("The scream was like a piece of material ripped into shredded halves"). <hl> Others have already mentioned the stereotypical characters. <hl> Sure, they were likeable, but they were nevertheless predictable and one-dimensional. Add to this the increasingly farcical progression of events, coupled with blatant sentimentality and I could no longer take this book seriously. I finished it because I wanted to know what happened, but can't say I was particularly moved or influenced by this story.

The basic plot and themes of The Help have been covered by other reviewers. I don't regret reading this book as an entertaining piece of fiction, but it is hardly an incisive look at 1960s race relations (being too superficial to do the subject justice). Some reviewers would have us believe this book is world-changing, thought provoking etc. I just see it as a novel with an interesting storyline, some entertaining vignettes and 3 first-person narrators which provides a nice change from other works of fiction.The things that stop me from proclaiming The Help as a profoundly meaningful book are several. A minor gripe was that the story seemed to move very slowly. But this could be viewed as intentional (change comes slowly, people in the south were stuck in their ways etc). Poor editing is another flaw ("The scream was like a piece of material ripped into shredded halves"). Others have already mentioned <hl> the stereotypical <hl> characters. Sure, they were likeable, but they were nevertheless predictable and one-dimensional. Add to this the increasingly farcical progression of events, coupled with blatant sentimentality and I could no longer take this book seriously. I finished it because I wanted to know what happened, but can't say I was particularly moved or influenced by this story.


Question: How is the author is amusing?

Bernadette is not your ordinary mom.  But then, none of the characters in this book can pass for normal.  Bernadette checked out long before her family wondered where she went.  The book is funny and witty, but it doesn't manage to hide some significant heart peeking from underneath.Told from daughter Bee's point of view, the crazy parts of the world seem saner than they should.  There are also lots of notes and lists and correspondence with Bernadette's personal assistant Manjula, quite a story in itself.  Then there's Microsoft and Antarctica.I listened to an audio edition narrated by Kathleen Wilhoite.  Her voice was dynamic, enthusiastic, even screechy when necessary, and altogether right for this book.  It was easy to tell when she switched from Bee's voice to one of the emails or other non-narrative sections.Quite entertaining and fun.

Answer: The book is funny and witty

Bernadette is not your ordinary mom. But then, none of the characters in this book can pass for normal. Bernadette checked out long before her family wondered where she went. <hl> The book is funny and witty , but it doesn't manage to hide some significant heart peeking from underneath. <hl> Told from daughter Bee's point of view, the crazy parts of the world seem saner than they should. There are also lots of notes and lists and correspondence with Bernadette's personal assistant Manjula, quite a story in itself. Then there's Microsoft and Antarctica. I listened to an audio edition narrated by Kathleen Wilhoite. Her voice was dynamic, enthusiastic, even screechy when necessary, and altogether right for this book. It was easy to tell when she switched from Bee's voice to one of the emails or other non-narrative sections. Quite entertaining and fun.

Bernadette is not your ordinary mom. But then, none of the characters in this book can pass for normal. Bernadette checked out long before her family wondered where she went. <hl> The book is funny and witty <hl>, but it doesn't manage to hide some significant heart peeking from underneath.Told from daughter Bee's point of view, the crazy parts of the world seem saner than they should. There are also lots of notes and lists and correspondence with Bernadette's personal assistant Manjula, quite a story in itself. Then there's Microsoft and Antarctica.I listened to an audio edition narrated by Kathleen Wilhoite. Her voice was dynamic, enthusiastic, even screechy when necessary, and altogether right for this book. It was easy to tell when she switched from Bee's voice to one of the emails or other non-narrative sections.Quite entertaining and fun.

<hl> The book is funny and witty <hl> , but it doesn't manage to hide some significant heart peeking from underneath.


Question: How about word?

On one hand, Neil Gaiman has trod this road before: that the line between our world and another world is thin, and sometimes we accidentally break through or see something we weren't supposed to.  On the other, this is so lyrical and poetic and absorbing that I didn't care.  It was such an aching book, so bittersweet, that I kept on thinking about it for days.The unnamed narrator attends his father's funeral.  Afterwards, he returns to see the home where he grew up.  He wanders down the lane, encounters someone he remembers, and spends his afternoon remembering long-forgotten, and re-forgotten, events from his childhood.  As a small boy, he saw between the worlds and unwittingly became the carrier for an evil force.  The three women who lived at the end of the lane guarded against it, and fought it as it tried to gain a foothold, and sacrificed so that it would lose its foothold.  The narrator remembers the events, as well as his deep sense of loss about the sacrifice.The review is short, as is the book.  I might use this to introduce others to Neil Gaiman instead ofStardust.

Answer: world is thin

<hl> On one hand, Neil Gaiman has trod this road before: that the line between our world and another world is thin , and sometimes we accidentally break through or see something we weren't supposed to. <hl> On the other, this is so lyrical and poetic and absorbing that I didn't care. It was such an aching book, so bittersweet, that I kept on thinking about it for days. The unnamed narrator attends his father's funeral. Afterwards, he returns to see the home where he grew up. He wanders down the lane, encounters someone he remembers, and spends his afternoon remembering long-forgotten, and re-forgotten, events from his childhood. As a small boy, he saw between the worlds and unwittingly became the carrier for an evil force. The three women who lived at the end of the lane guarded against it, and fought it as it tried to gain a foothold, and sacrificed so that it would lose its foothold. The narrator remembers the events, as well as his deep sense of loss about the sacrifice. The review is short, as is the book. I might use this to introduce others to Neil Gaiman instead ofStardust.

On one hand, Neil Gaiman has trod this road before: that the line between our world and another <hl> world is thin <hl>, and sometimes we accidentally break through or see something we weren't supposed to. On the other, this is so lyrical and poetic and absorbing that I didn't care. It was such an aching book, so bittersweet, that I kept on thinking about it for days.The unnamed narrator attends his father's funeral. Afterwards, he returns to see the home where he grew up. He wanders down the lane, encounters someone he remembers, and spends his afternoon remembering long-forgotten, and re-forgotten, events from his childhood. As a small boy, he saw between the worlds and unwittingly became the carrier for an evil force. The three women who lived at the end of the lane guarded against it, and fought it as it tried to gain a foothold, and sacrificed so that it would lose its foothold. The narrator remembers the events, as well as his deep sense of loss about the sacrifice.The review is short, as is the book. I might use this to introduce others to Neil Gaiman instead ofStardust.

On one hand, Neil Gaiman has trod this road before: that the line between our world and another <hl> world is thin <hl> , and sometimes we accidentally break through or see something we weren't supposed to.


Question: Is this book funny?

Jenny Lawson has some hilarious stuff in her book, LET'S PRETEND THIS NEVER HAPPENED.  There's no question that she can come up with some great humor and create comical situations.  And then the rest of the book rears its ugly head.For one thing, Lawson must find some way to moderate her excessive use of the F word.  The word itself is not funny.  If it is used as a shocker in situations where it's not expected and by characters not expected to utter it, the expletive can be humorous and the effect can produce a jolt.  If not, it becomes tedious and trite.  It ceased being funny after high school.Overuse of comments involving body parts and their functions is also a part of this book.  Headaches and nauseousness caused by overindulging in alcohol and illegal substances is more likely to be considered stupid than funny.  Reinvent your misery, Lawson, and present it in a more tasteful form.  More people are turned off by your puking than appreciate it.One more little annoyance surfaces here.  Lawson seems to have a need to broadcast what's coming up; to alert the reader that more funnies are on the way.  Good writers let their dialogue direct the reader through the orchard to discover the plums.  Be our guide, Lawson.  We are astute enough to decide what is golden and what is sludge.It's only fair that I point out some good material.  I thought her Post-It notes to Victor were hilarious.  Notably, the obscenities were used sparingly.  I also enjoyed her human resources experiences, probably because they didn't vary much from some of mine.  The chapter on housekeeping was funny, probably because I have relatives who like her style.  ODing on laxatives was great (I had to set aside my dislike for toilet humor here) as was the Halloween party of endless babbling and no underpants.  And finally, I really enjoyed the journal of her book tour because it brought back memories.  Was that you next door, Jenny?Jenny Lawson has a wide and rabid audience, based on the comments I've seen.  So, contempt will probably rain on me for this review.  I deserve it: I'm just an old fart without a life.  But I could also be a raging fan of Lawson's because I recognize the talent she has.  I'm going to check her blog and other writings because I know there are gems there.  I want to be on her side.Schuyler T WallaceAuthor of TIN LIZARD TALES

Answer: There's no question that she can come up with some great humor and create comical situations

Jenny Lawson has some hilarious stuff in her book, LET'S PRETEND THIS NEVER HAPPENED. <hl> There's no question that she can come up with some great humor and create comical situations . <hl> And then the rest of the book rears its ugly head. For one thing, Lawson must find some way to moderate her excessive use of the F word. The word itself is not funny. If it is used as a shocker in situations where it's not expected and by characters not expected to utter it, the expletive can be humorous and the effect can produce a jolt. If not, it becomes tedious and trite. It ceased being funny after high school. Overuse of comments involving body parts and their functions is also a part of this book. Headaches and nauseousness caused by overindulging in alcohol and illegal substances is more likely to be considered stupid than funny. Reinvent your misery, Lawson, and present it in a more tasteful form. More people are turned off by your puking than appreciate it. One more little annoyance surfaces here. Lawson seems to have a need to broadcast what's coming up; to alert the reader that more funnies are on the way. Good writers let their dialogue direct the reader through the orchard to discover the plums. Be our guide, Lawson. We are astute enough to decide what is golden and what is sludge. It's only fair that I point out some good material. I thought her Post-It notes to Victor were hilarious. Notably, the obscenities were used sparingly. I also enjoyed her human resources experiences, probably because they didn't vary much from some of mine. The chapter on housekeeping was funny, probably because I have relatives who like her style. ODing on laxatives was great (I had to set aside my dislike for toilet humor here) as was the Halloween party of endless babbling and no underpants. And finally, I really enjoyed the journal of her book tour because it brought back memories. Was that you next door, Jenny?Jenny Lawson has a wide and rabid audience, based on the comments I've seen. So, contempt will probably rain on me for this review. I deserve it: I'm just an old fart without a life. But I could also be a raging fan of Lawson's because I recognize the talent she has. I'm going to check her blog and other writings because I know there are gems there. I want to be on her side. Schuyler T WallaceAuthor of TIN LIZARD TALES

Jenny Lawson has some hilarious stuff in her book, LET'S PRETEND THIS NEVER HAPPENED. <hl> There's no question that she can come up with some great humor and create comical situations <hl>. And then the rest of the book rears its ugly head.For one thing, Lawson must find some way to moderate her excessive use of the F word. The word itself is not funny. If it is used as a shocker in situations where it's not expected and by characters not expected to utter it, the expletive can be humorous and the effect can produce a jolt. If not, it becomes tedious and trite. It ceased being funny after high school.Overuse of comments involving body parts and their functions is also a part of this book. Headaches and nauseousness caused by overindulging in alcohol and illegal substances is more likely to be considered stupid than funny. Reinvent your misery, Lawson, and present it in a more tasteful form. More people are turned off by your puking than appreciate it.One more little annoyance surfaces here. Lawson seems to have a need to broadcast what's coming up; to alert the reader that more funnies are on the way. Good writers let their dialogue direct the reader through the orchard to discover the plums. Be our guide, Lawson. We are astute enough to decide what is golden and what is sludge.It's only fair that I point out some good material. I thought her Post-It notes to Victor were hilarious. Notably, the obscenities were used sparingly. I also enjoyed her human resources experiences, probably because they didn't vary much from some of mine. The chapter on housekeeping was funny, probably because I have relatives who like her style. ODing on laxatives was great (I had to set aside my dislike for toilet humor here) as was the Halloween party of endless babbling and no underpants. And finally, I really enjoyed the journal of her book tour because it brought back memories. Was that you next door, Jenny?Jenny Lawson has a wide and rabid audience, based on the comments I've seen. So, contempt will probably rain on me for this review. I deserve it: I'm just an old fart without a life. But I could also be a raging fan of Lawson's because I recognize the talent she has. I'm going to check her blog and other writings because I know there are gems there. I want to be on her side.Schuyler T WallaceAuthor of TIN LIZARD TALES

<hl> There's no question that she can come up with some great humor and create comical situations <hl> .


Question: Does this book free your imagination?

After seeing the first two movies, I could not wait for the 3rd one, so I read the book. I generally enjoyed this book. It is moderately well written, but the story is VERY interesting and exceedingly creative, although not necessarily "good." Being of the genre of life after the apocalypse, it is a stressful subject.Each chapter continues a plot that I could not guess its next turn. The detail and descriptions are good and bring Katniss and her situations to life. I actually liked the character Johanna best. I wish she had a greater role.The action is extremely gory and I had nightmares one night. I would expect Hollywood to turn it into an 'R' rating.

Answer: VERY interesting and exceedingly creative

After seeing the first two movies, I could not wait for the 3rd one, so I read the book. I generally enjoyed this book. <hl> It is moderately well written, but the story is VERY interesting and exceedingly creative , although not necessarily "good." Being of the genre of life after the apocalypse, it is a stressful subject. <hl> Each chapter continues a plot that I could not guess its next turn. The detail and descriptions are good and bring Katniss and her situations to life. I actually liked the character Johanna best. I wish she had a greater role. The action is extremely gory and I had nightmares one night. I would expect Hollywood to turn it into an 'R' rating.

After seeing the first two movies, I could not wait for the 3rd one, so I read the book. I generally enjoyed this book. It is moderately well written, but the story is <hl> VERY interesting and exceedingly creative <hl>, although not necessarily "good." Being of the genre of life after the apocalypse, it is a stressful subject.Each chapter continues a plot that I could not guess its next turn. The detail and descriptions are good and bring Katniss and her situations to life. I actually liked the character Johanna best. I wish she had a greater role.The action is extremely gory and I had nightmares one night. I would expect Hollywood to turn it into an 'R' rating.

It is moderately well written, but the story is <hl> VERY interesting and exceedingly creative <hl> , although not necessarily "good." Being of the genre of life after the apocalypse, it is a stressful subject.