The Lovely Bones by Alice Sebold
This subject matter is not for the squeamish. I skipped several portions of this book because it got too graphic for me.
What Sebold did a great job of, though, was showing the individual grieving processes of the Salmon family after daughter Susie's murder. I was so touched; it was as though I personally knew the Salmons and my heart really went out to them.
I did think it was a little graphic at points, as I mentioned above. And, to be quite honest, I thought the writing wasn't too terribly spectacular. But, all in all, if you don't mind the subject matter (rape and murder), you might enjoy this book. It is a very touching story.
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oh i was suppose to read it for school but i picked another book instead, BLEACHERS, also a good book.
1This was a great book! I agree that the writing wasnt incredibly spectacular, but the beauty was in the details and the descriptions that Susie gave. Also, you may have noticed that her writing style changed as Susies age changed.
2I liked the book, and am curious to see how they deal with some of the more graphic scenes in the movie.
3Me too! I forgot to mention that I am looking forward to this movie. Yay, Ryan Gosling!
4I read the other one and it was good too! I forget the name.... oh yeah - Lucky.
5I really love this book. And I can't wait for the movie. I wasn't bothered at all by the murder stuff.
6Just finished this book literally 20 minutes ago. I agree with the review- I wasn't blown over by the writing, but in the end I felt satisfied witht the progression and growth. Will be interesting to see what Peter Jackson does with this. Ryan Gosling as the father?
7Another book that has been on To Be Read shelf forever.
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