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| Name : | Maryelizabeth H. |
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A fascinating and well-written novel that informed me a great deal about a time period and geographical location I didn't know much about.
A thoughtful book about love, separation, family and chicago.
A good discussion book for the topic and the discussions it can spark about the criminal system and other issues.
Fun for fans of Phyllis Whitney and other gothic suspense authors. Recommend reading closely, as details are frequent and important to an appreciation of the story.
A beautifully written and highly readable account of love, betrayal, guilt and redemption.
Definitely a book to make one appreciate the conveniences of modern life!
Took a while to get into the writing style, but I was fascinated by the details of the fair's construction and the experiences of people from all walks of life in Chicago at the time.
With its flawed protagonist and her many tragedies, SNOW FLOWER AND THE SECRET FAN will make a lasting impression on readers.
A great combination of fast-paced thriller, old-fashioned puzzle mystery, and in depth Shakespearean facts makes this book a lively read and full of fascinating tidbits that make for a lively discussion.
A good book for discussing values, cultural and gender differences, and the nature of families and love.
Especially recommended if available -- the annotated or Barry Moser illustrated editions.
I am glad we read this book, and found it fascinating -- I think I read it in about 5 days, I kept reading beyond my "page goal" out of horrified fascination. While there's tons of discussion fodder in it, including Jeannette's triumph over her childhood circumstances, for me the most evocative scene was when she was at a friend's house and dismantling the chicken. I have noticed as I make friends as an adult that how thoroughly one cleans one's animal bones at a meal is usually a reflection of class / finances in one's youth.
I recommend this book for discussion of its ideas, but not so much for its prose. I also recommend supplementing the regular edition with the Young Readers' edition, and LISTEN TO THE WIND, the picture book.
A challenging read, but full of discussion fodder.
Provides fascinating insights on a formative period of American history and discussion fodder for contemporary parallels in "miracle cures."
Nicely written. It was a revelation to many of our group members that the town isolated itself not to keep the plague out, but rather to try to contain the disease.
A big epic noir tale with an unusual setting and protagonists.
The second compelling installment in this series, in which much is (eventually) revealed about the forces that shaped Lisbeth's life.
Jennifer Lee Carrell sends her characters in pursuit of a rumored first version of Macbeth containing an actual magical ritual -- a version some people will do anything to have knowledge of.
The core discussion question of what choice a reader would have made in the same position as the police officer character made for a lively discussion.
While this book is slightly dated, and technology is rapidly causing changes (e.g. text messaging) in the opportunities for communication between the deaf and hearing worlds, it's a great story of family and interactions.
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