Jonathan Strange and Mr. Norrel

Buffysquirrel · Nov 26, 2008

tehuti88 said:
I thought that was because the female had been enchanted, whereas the male had not (he was brought there simply because the Fairy liked having him around).

I could be wrong though, and whether it was pulled off well or not is a matter of reader preference. It worked well for me, but obviously not for every reader.

You could well be right, although I thought they were both enchanted. The overall impression I got was one of general uselessness, though. A shame, as in many ways it's a marvellous book. I loved it, don't get me wrong!

Buffysquirrel · Nov 26, 2008

ELMontague said:
This feels like the kind of book you want to tell your friends you've read. It might even be something they make kids read in school someday.

It's a labour of love. If you don't love it, don't labour!

Doodlebug · Nov 26, 2008

AMCrenshaw said:
So would anyone recommend it? I've seen it (always on sale) and have considered buying it 2,000 times. And though I like smaller books (more Garcia Marquez than...say...Robert Jordan), I do sometimes onceinawhile read longer works when the urge strikes me.

AMC

Definitely buy it. I took it out from the library, and I had about $20.00 in late fine fees. I should have just bought the darn thing!

Buffysquirrel · Nov 29, 2008

Jonathan Strange and Mr. Norrel

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