Little Children: A Novel | 
pickFinished my September #doublespin. Not what I expected, but, despite the odd, awkward ending, a mild pick. @TheAromaofBooks
Pondering it more, one thing that sticks out is that none of the women seem to exist except in relation to men. Even the book club (which got dropped awkwardly) they were all about the men who were or weren‘t in their lives.
pickI‘ve only read a few of Perrotta‘s books, but he‘s great! I can connect with some of these characters, because I too am in my mid-thirties and somewhat bored. I like how everything got tied together.
⭐️: 4/5
pickAnother fantastic #reread of Perrotta. Great company for the Big Covid Cleanup!
While the narrator was mediocre, as @Reggie put it so well, Perrotta is a master at morally ambiguous characters. This novel takes on sexuality and the boredom that can come in marriage as well as the disconnect one can feel from the identity of their youth in their 30s and 40s. (Don‘t I know re:identity!) Who are you? Who will you be? 4⭐️
pickI really enjoyed the book up until the end. I felt like the ending was just slapped on as an afterthought and didnt really tie up loose ends. It's still a pick, because I couldn't put it down. Just wish it had a better ending.
pickSecond Perrotta I've read, the characters are brilliant. So distinct and interesting, it really feels like you know them.
Thank You @DoonTheGoon for my #ReadTheMoviesSwap gifts!! 🖤 This picture doesn't do it justice, especially all the little stationary items. I love the slipper socks, I will get good use out of those! I'm particularly excited about 'Little Children' as I've never hear of either the book or the movie. ** side note. You're artwork & penmanship are enviable. ** Thanks again!! 🍿🎬🎥📖
THANK YOU @DoonTheGoon - I couldn‘t wait any longer to open my #ReadTheMovies swap (and now you MUST open yours!
I have NOT read either book, and it‘s been terribly long time for ‘No Country for Old Men‘ (and don‘t remember it too well, love Coen Bros). There were soo many coincidences in this box, that I must tell you about (maybe in comments); it was so well thought about and put together, I wish I could give you a hug.
Thanks for doing this! 💓
pickWhat can I say, I love me some Tom Perrotta. His observations of middle aged suburban stereotypes are on the nose and written with the perfect tone of satire. Goldfish also just happen to be my snack for #24in48 📖
Taking a break from Crimson Petal (I don‘t want it to end!) to start this fun read with my reading partner, Willa 🖤 #24in48
pickThis is the only Tom Perrotta book I had not read. He is one of my favorite authors and I highly recommend all of his books. This one is no exception and enjoyable and moving from start to finish.
@Austen_Nerd the next #lmpbc is on its way to you! I know it‘s soon but I‘ll be out of town for the rest of May so I‘m getting it out now. Hope you enjoy it!
pickI read this all in one sitting and I loved this book. Perrotta merges satire with commentary on the human condition. The characters are unlikeable because we all have it in us. If we choose to let parts of us out, we become unlikeable ourselves. It is all about the choices we make and how we approach life. The author makes us confront parts of ourselves that we may not want to. #lmpbc #groupm
so-soThis novel was just okay for me. I found it a little depressing, as Perrotta‘s take on suburban adulthood is bleak at the best of times. His whole perspective is very negative, though I believe he was simply trying to be realistic. Fortunately, not everything in life is shrouded in dishonesty and disappointment, so I had a bit of difficulty connecting with the story. ⭐️⭐️⭐️
Just a reminder for #LPMBC group M — it‘s almost mailing day! If you haven‘t mailed your book yet (🙋🏻♀️) please send it by tomorrow. I‘ve been meaning to get to the post office all week! Today I think I‘ll manage it.
I know @collegecatlady got hers sent out already, but i included the rotation diagram as a friendly reminder for the rest of us.
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so-soI don‘t want to post a detailed review here yet, since the book is about to go out to Group M of the #LMPBC. You guys can make up your own minds about it.
I may have chosen poorly because the book was written around 2000, so there are many details that will feel weird and dated to you guys (I think I‘m the only one in the group over 30?) Plus, it just wasn‘t as intellectually engaging as I‘d hoped. Still ... there are ideas worth contemplating.
Looking forward to more Tom Perrotta 🤗 Who's read this one??
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#readingresolutions
#LMPBC @the-flashley @Austen_Nerd @collegecatlady
Hey Group M :) This is the book I‘m planning for the Markup book club. Just thought I‘d check whether any of you have already read it, or has major objections. I‘m trying to pick something that will generate lots of comments. Plus, it‘s been on my TBR for a good five years now!
pickTotal brain candy. I inhaled it 😂
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Mini book haul from a recently discovered used bookstore 😊
Just finished this and The Abstinence Teacher - hmmmm. I loved The Leftovers and the show on HBO is maybe one of my all-time favorites. But, his characters lead depressing lives and, by depressing I mean depressing in a 21st century, the grass is always greener somewhere else kind of way. Sidenote - can someone help me understand 1) how to keep up with the challenges? Do I make a spreadsheet? 2) how do I participate in the postal book clubs? Thx
#autumnreads #bookombre
In addition to a lot of blues on my shelves, I have lots of green as well. 🍃🌿🌱🌵🌴
I'm overcome with NetGalleys right now, so obviously I'm reading off my TBR shelf. There are not enough hours in the day for my recreational reading. Off to sort books at the library.
After this edition the goldfish crackers were replaced with tiny chocolate chip cookies because Pepperidge Farm did not want to be associated with these #naughtyneigbors #splashintosummerreads
My library sale haul from yesterday. $3.00. I love Justin Cronin's trilogy, so was excited to score City of Mirrors. An eclectic blend just like I like!
A couple of last minute #bookishfriendships for the #augustphotochallenge - and look, ma - real books! 😉😂 I love the way friendships are presented in these books - dark, messy, complicated, but ever evolving, and ever with genuine care and affection at their center. Marriage Plot in particular is just stunning, and I adore the book and film of Little Children.
pick4 Stars: I really liked this book and the only reason I don't give it five stars is that, all-in-all, it's pretty sensational and fluffy in nature. The stories of an affair, a few fetishes and a midlife crisis intertwine to make a very scandalous read. I love the way Perrotta writes and while his characters aren't always the most believable, you end up rooting for them throughout the whole ride.
pick4 Stars: I really liked this book and the only reason why I don't give it five stars is that in the end it's pretty sensational and fluffy in nature. The stories of an affair, a few fetishes and a midlife crisis intertwine to make a pretty scandalous read. I love the way Perrotta writes and while his characters aren't always the most believable, they're ones that evoke interest and emotion.
Picking this one up after having read most of it a few months ago. I'm a big fan of Perrotta's easy reading and juicy plot lines. Seems perfect for a sunny day in PDX.
pickA brilliant depiction of suburban malaise. The book is a tad polarizing but I loved it. The characters were sad and despicable but completely relatable. You can't help but feel for them and wonder if the truth of their lives hits a little too close to home.
Months ago, I found a first edition of "Little Children" in this fantastic store in Las Vegas, NM. Yesterday, I walked in to find boxes and boxes of books for a buck each!
