a tale of two sisters
One of my favorite books I read this summer was Julia Glass’ (author of Three Junes) I See You Everywhere. The tale is written from the perspective of two sisters, both completely different and yet in the end so alike. This fictional novel delves into the all so real relationship between sisters – the competitive tensions, the emotional and physical closeness and distance we struggle with, love and forgiveness. Louisa, the older, cautious, seemingly emotionally led writer is juxtaposed with Clem, her adventurous animal science sister who lives carefree, unattached, and with a new job and man every season. We are given glimpses of their lives from childhood to adults, seeing both points of view on their tragedies and joys. It soon becomes not only a story about sisterhood, but of forging one’s own identity, of discovering nothing is as straightforward as we imagined, and of overcoming those things that would tear us apart. I highly recommend reading this book, even if you are not a sister! It’s beautifully written though I will warn you a bit sad.
What are you currently reading? What books have stirred you? Are you a part of any book clubs (I would love to start one personally)? Let me know!
Jaime
1 year ago
Sounds like a good book! I just finished The Help- AMAZING. Def a must read
I want to read the Eclipse novella next.
Happy Friday!!!
Maria Reply:
August 28th, 2010 at 1:58 pm
Wasn’t The Help powerful? So well written. I think you will really like this one
Cafe Fashionista
1 year ago
I’m currently reading “Les Liaisons Dangereuses.” The film “Cruel Intentions” is loosely based upon it – or so I’ve heard. I’ve always been quite enchanted by F. Scott Fitzgerald’s works. Ooh, a book club! I’ve never been a part of one myself; though I’ve always thought it would be fun!!
Maria Reply:
August 28th, 2010 at 2:00 pm
Oh that sounds interesting! I’ll have to check that out next
And wouldn’t it? Maybe some of us bloggers who love to read could start one together!
Teri
1 year ago
Beautifully written book review!
Maria Reply:
August 28th, 2010 at 2:00 pm
Thank you!!
elana
1 year ago
book club sounds fun.
Maria Reply:
August 28th, 2010 at 2:00 pm
That’s one thing that I would love to have in my future store
Tessa Zeng
1 year ago
Thanks for the great review! I’m intrigued and will have to check it out. I think some of the best books I read this summer were The Magicians by Lev Grossman (and I quote George RR Martin: “To Harry Potter as a shot of Irish whiskey is to a cup of weak tea”! And I Like HP), Norwegian Wood by Haruki Murakami, and The Time Traveler’s Wife by Audrey Niffenegger!