Kris M.’s Reviews > Journal of a Novel: The East of Eden Letters > Status Update
Kris M.
is on page 112 of 182
I love reading a discussion in the book thinking: wow I wonder how Steinbeck knew about this thing that the character mentions then open the journal and immediately see him talk about it and asking his editor to find out some extra knowledge. Incredible, really. What a great reading experience. 🥹
— Sep 19, 2026 08:32AM
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Kris M.
is on page 106 of 182
Drink every time Steinbeck talks about his pencils…
— Aug 21, 2026 12:41AM
Kris M.
is on page 74 of 182
What a treat that I get to read this alongside the book. It holds such beautiful insights into Steinbeck’s thoughts that go into East of Eden and while I loved him before I am left in awe at his craftsmanship even more knowing the background.
— Aug 17, 2026 12:05PM
Kris M.
is on page 30 of 182
The kids these days, they only want one kind of book and it’s a Hemingway.
— Aug 16, 2026 07:15AM