First, congratulations to Lisa (not to be confused with Lisa C.), the winner of the giveaway of Something Like Beautiful by Asha Bandele!
Second, last week I reviewed Diana Spechler's Who By Fire. I am a member of the Silicon Valley Moms Blog community, and several members of the group also read Who By Fire for an online book club held yesterday. To read some other perspectives on this book, check out this post with links to many other reviews and impressions. I think I am the only one who didn't like this book - so if it seems appealing to you, check it out.
I always wonder what I missed when I'm the only one who doesn't like a book. I hate that feeling.
Posted by: Melanie | January 27, 2009 at 08:30 PM
Gayle,
I didn't like Who By Fire either for many of the reasons you mention. I gave up on it before I finished. Couldn't stand any of the characters. I've learned that life is too short to spend reading a book I don't like.
Posted by: Carol | January 28, 2009 at 11:03 AM
Well, I am glad to know I am not alone! Thanks, Carol. And Melanie - yes, it does make you question your aptitude as a reader!
Posted by: Gayle Weiswasser | January 28, 2009 at 11:59 PM
I hadn't realized until shortly before Book Club day that you were an SVMG contributor too. I'm glad to know that I'm not the only book blogger in the group!
Posted by: Florinda | January 30, 2009 at 05:50 PM