Sunday, November 16, 2008
John Irving is not for me
Several years ago, I started The Cider House Rules, and I just couldn't get into it. I had hoped it was just that book, and, having heard rave reviews, I picked up A Prayer for Owen Meany. Couldn't get into it, either. I recognize both as having good stories, but Irving's writing just plods along. I enjoyed the movie of The Cider House Rules, and I would really like to know the full story of A Prayer for Owen Meany, but I just can't find it in me to finish it.
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I like John Irving and have read most of his stuff. He's kind of an absurdist Dickens, I think. Only really bent.
Thought I'd out myself as a sometimes reader in your comments section...I enjoy it and am trying to encourage Sophie to start a kid's version...she reads a handful of books at a time, like you. I'm more of a one at a time kinda girl.
kellye
Kellye,
I've tried to get Laura to start one, too, but she's resistant. I have a great blog to recommend to Sophie, though, if you want to give her the bug. http://wordsbyannie.blogspot.com
Annie is an 11-year-old prolific reader and amazing writer!
Glad you outed yourself! :-)
The only Irving I've ever read is The World According to Garp, and I loved it. But that was many, many, many years ago...I'm not really sure if I'd enjoy it as much any more. Maybe, maybe not. I'd like to try A Prayer for Owen Meany someday.
I wish I could enjoy him. He's one of those authors I feel like I'm missing out on. But, so many books, so little time...
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