Comments on: Review: Into the Beautiful North, Luis Alberto Urrea

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By: Kathy

Kathy — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 12:21:39 +0000

I don't normally read books like this, but it sounds a lot like gabriel garcia marquez, and I do love his books a lot. I'll try to read it because of what you wrote here. Kathy’s last blog post..Site Map | MyFavoriteMichaelJackson.com

By: Zibilee

Zibilee — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 19:13:27 +0000

I have been curious about this book since the time I first heard of it, but wasn't sure I would want to read it. I think I agree with you, Latin American fiction is not always my favorite, though I do really like Gabriel Garcia Marquez's novels. I think I may have to take a pass on this one. Zibilee’s last blog post..Perfection: A Memoir of Betrayal and Renewal by Julie Metz - 352 pgs

By: Matt

Matt — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 03:38:10 +0000

Thanks for the insightful review. I'm looking forward to reading this book after I read The Hummingbird's Tale. He does have a knack for blending imaginary/dreamy situations with real life to reinforce his narrative. Matt’s last blog post..Half Yearly Review, a Monday Musing

By: S. Krishna

S. Krishna — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 13:46:25 +0000

Wonderful review! I really feel like you captured my feelings on this book as well. S. Krishna’s last blog post..The Devlin Diary – Christi Phillips

By: Marg

Marg — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 01:11:23 +0000

For really accessible magical realism I would recommend Sarah Addison Allen. I know Meghan has read some already Marg’s last blog post..The Winter Sea by Susanna Kearsley

By: Elizabeth

Elizabeth — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 01:03:00 +0000

I know what you mean about magical realism - it always makes me feel frustrated when I read it. I WISH I could enjoy it, but in general, I steer clear of those novels. Elizabeth’s last blog post..Winner!!!

By: Meghan

Meghan — Sun, 28 Jun 2009 10:09:05 +0000

I have not. I actually really do want to read The Hummingbird’s Daughter though. It’s been on my wishlist forever.

By: heidenkind

heidenkind — Sun, 28 Jun 2009 06:39:06 +0000

Very interesting review. I've done some studying up on magical realism in Latin American art, but not so much in literature. I can definitely understand why wouldn't like this book if magical realism bothers you. heidenkind’s last blog post..No Country for Old Men

By: Julie P.

Julie P. — Sat, 27 Jun 2009 23:21:40 +0000

Great review and wrap-up of the book club meeting. I was one of the few who really enjoyed this novel. I agree that a few of the things didn't seem very realistic, but I didn't take the book that literally. Maybe I missed the boat, but I did like it! Julie P.’s last blog post..Review: Sylvie