While I was on vacation I read Memoirs of a Geisha by Arthur Golden. I thought the movie was pretty good, so I figured the book would be better. And, of course, it was. Good story, well-written, and pretty closely-adapted to movie form. All good. I felt a little deceived when I read the postscript, but otherwise enjoyed it thoroughly.
Next I read The Poisonwood Bible by Barbara Kingsolver, and I wished I’d read it before the other one because I couldn’t stand to put it down. It was sad, tragic, fascinating, beautiful, even funny at times…everything you could ask for in a book. Set in the 1960s, it’s about a missionary family in the Congo and is narrated by the mother and four daughters who each have a distinctive voice and perspective on events. I thought it was the best book I’d read in a long time. Highly recommended. Three thumbs up.
I love the Poisonwood Bible too
I read the Poisonwood Bible, as well. I find that I recall it often, even though I read it a few years ago. Interesting how some books affect you like that…
-d.
I’ve read both and they are a couple of my favorites. This is my first time to read your blog–was just browsing and following links. Check out summer walters blog and read the one titled something to the effect of “Jesus diapers all the children”.
I loved The Poisonwood Bible. It is destined to become classic literature.