Reading LJ writers recommended
I realized I have never fessed up that I have been reading my friends list in more ways than one. That's right, I've actually been reading their books. A diverse lot, to be sure, with varied voices and each interesting in their own way.
You'll remember, of course, how much I enjoyed carriejones TIPS and coebooth TYRELL. But now, I've explored even further and ( Read more... )
You'll remember, of course, how much I enjoyed carriejones TIPS and coebooth TYRELL. But now, I've explored even further and ( Read more... )
Sorry it took so long to respond--I just got back from vacation.
More than enjoying it, I really appreciated the story and they way you were able to present it. I think the positive side of Arab culture and society is so rarely understood in America. The complexities of the book made it slow, thoughtful going for me (in a good way). It is the kind of book I'd love to see my daughter reading and discussing in school (she starts h.s. next week). I'm less certain about recommending it for reading on her own because there are so many parts where I think a reader should question and follow the ideas presented with discussion. Maybe these are just issues and ideas that lend themselves to being part of a larger, thoughtful conversation. I think you have a really interesting point of view because of your life experience and you shared that in a powerful way through your book. I'm eager to read the next one.
I didn't realize that you lived in Brooklyn for a while. I'm a Brooklyn girl myself! We might try to go to the parade too, although we say that every year and haven't made it yet. It looks like we are lucking out with an extended week of beautiful weather, so enjoy it.
Linda
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