Laxman’s Comments (group member since Jul 26, 2017)

Laxman’s comments from the Around the World in 80 Books group.

The Remains of the Day by Kazuo Ishiguro

The Promise: A Tragic Accident, a Paralyzed Bride, and the Power of Love, Loyalty, and Friendship by Rachelle Friedman

Murder on the Orient Express by Agatha Christie.

The Light between Oceans by M. L. Stedman

Kris wrote: "Laxman wrote: "Kris wrote: "Laxman wrote: "Rosemarie wrote: "Laxman wrote: "Rosemarie wrote: "What do you think of Room? I am not sure if I liked it or not."

I didn't have a high expectation from ..."

Yes. There sure might be more of the internal thought processes that you speak of. But only of the mother. Because as far as the kid is concerned, life in that room is all that he knew. Literally. That's how restricted his worldly conscious was.

From the mother's standpoint, yes. There would be a myriad of those emotions, sentiments, and whatnot.

The Lost Symbol by Dan Brown.

Moushine wrote: "I have read, rated 4 stars and reviewed the novel Quand Viennent Les Cyclones, which is set in contemporary and modern Bengalore in India."

That's interesting. I am a native of Bangalore and a current resident there (now known as Bengaluru). Would like to know more of the book. Informative review.

Kris wrote: "Laxman wrote: "Rosemarie wrote: "Laxman wrote: "Rosemarie wrote: "What do you think of Room? I am not sure if I liked it or not."

I didn't have a high expectation from Room anyway. I can understan..."

Initially, I had planned to watch the movie after I was done with the book. But now, I am not sure if I want to. I am a movie buff but I think I'll pass this one.

Have you watched it?

Kris wrote: "Laxman wrote: "Rosemarie wrote: "I read a bunch of books at the same time, one of which is A Strangeness in My Mind by Orhan Pamuk. I am enjoying it and reading it at a leisurely pace."

All right...."

Hello Kris. Thanks so much for the suggestion. Will be sure to add it to my list. :)

Rosemarie wrote: "Laxman wrote: "Rosemarie wrote: "I read a bunch of books at the same time, one of which is A Strangeness in My Mind by Orhan Pamuk. I am enjoying it and reading it at a leisurely pace."

All right...."

Thanks so much, Rosemarie. I have been meaning to read the works of Ruta Sepetys for a while now. Will be sure to add 'em to my list. Thanks again :)

Isabel wrote: "When Breath Becomes Air by Paul Kalanthi~ very philosophical, contemplative. Nearly finished 😊"

Hey Isabel. Do you read books of Philosophy genre often? If yeah, then I would appreciate some suggestions regarding Nietzsche's works, if you have read those that is.

Rosemarie wrote: "I read a bunch of books at the same time, one of which is A Strangeness in My Mind by Orhan Pamuk. I am enjoying it and reading it at a leisurely pace."

All right. Well, would you be able to suggest me a book which you thoroughly enjoyed? Coz it's been a while since I have read one as such. I remember the last one I really enjoyed was Kane and Abel. Not saying that the books after that were boring, but nothing quite matched up to that.

I am fine with any genre.

Rosemarie wrote: "Laxman, that sums my opinion of Room as well. The second part did tend to drag a bit."

Glad to know that, Rosemarie. What are you reading now? Partly curious, partly in need of a suggestion.

Although, I am reading a self-help book at the moment; The 5 Second Rule: Transform Your Life, Work, and Confidence with Everyday Courage by Mel Robbins.

Rosemarie wrote: "Laxman wrote: "Rosemarie wrote: "What do you think of Room? I am not sure if I liked it or not."

I didn't have a high expectation from Room anyway. I can understand where you are coming from. Once..."

Yeah. I am done reading the book. Once they are rescued it's all about re-institutionalizing to a new world. And since, it's narrated from Jack's perspective, it is a bit of a drag. Although, the author has done a pretty good job of narrating it from a 5 year old's point of view.

Rosemarie wrote: "What do you think of Room? I am not sure if I liked it or not."

I didn't have a high expectation from Room anyway. I can understand where you are coming from. Once you get halfway though the book, it's just a smart guess of what can possibly be next i.e. Jack's way into a whole new and a real world. The only thing that keeps me reading is to find out how he deals with it; not what the ending has in store.

Room
by Emma Donoghue