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I reread this novel for maybe the 4th or 5th time because many people I respect in these matters love this book. Maybe because I read Kevin's copy that is both underlined and highlighted- not sure what the code there was- but I finally appreciate this book a lot more.
Appreciating how well-written the novel is-- and liking it-- are not exactly the same thing. In fact, now that I appreciate the deeper thoughts behind the action of the story, I f...read more
A grand book that involves the reader in the conflicts of the upper class. Though as trivial as they may be, they were captivating. The main character is subtle and serves as a proper onlooker to the events that unfold in wealthy west and east egg and a few of its' residents. The book being a time piece is truly special, and gives the reader a break from the fast paced and technical life of the present. The love and loss in the book is what makes...read more
This is a very much beautiful love story book. American dream is there as well as tragedy is there in a love.
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