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The Namesake by Jhumpa Lahiri
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it was amazing
bookshelves: challengereads, audio, challengereads-2015, favorites

Such a great book. My second book by Lahiri and it did not disappoint. Her writing is beautiful and lyrical. I did see this movie many times as it is a favorite. Even though I know the story, the book seemed new to me. The audio version was so easy to listen to. I an fascinated by Indian culture and love reading about it. I can see myself reading this one over and over again and will be watching the movie again very soon.
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Reading Progress

December 3, 2015 – Started Reading
December 3, 2015 – Shelved
December 4, 2015 –
0.0% "Saw the movie, now listening via audio."
December 7, 2015 – Shelved as: challengereads
December 7, 2015 – Shelved as: audio
December 7, 2015 – Finished Reading
December 21, 2015 – Shelved as: challengereads-2015
March 29, 2016 – Shelved as: favorites

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message 1: by Margitte (new)

Margitte I agree with you. Jumpa Lahiri has a beautiful writing style. I need to read more of her books.


PorshaJo Margitte wrote: "I agree with you. Jumpa Lahiri has a beautiful writing style. I need to read more of her books."

So good to hear Margitte! I love Lahiri and she is another author that I have all her books. I hope you get a chance to read more from her.


Sara She certainly does write well and with a tempo that eases you into her story and keeps you there. You feel , rather than see, what transpires. I'll be seeking out her other books right away.


PorshaJo Sara wrote: "She certainly does write well and with a tempo that eases you into her story and keeps you there. You feel , rather than see, what transpires. I'll be seeking out her other books right away."

I feel that when I read her stories, I am totally immersed in them. I have enjoyed all of her books but this is my favorite. Check out her short story bookies Sara - it's incredible how much of a life story she fits into a short story.


Sara It is next up for me, PorshaJo. I am looking forward to it! And, it satisfies one needs for my Pulitzer Prize Challenge. :)


message 6: by Kevin (new) - added it

Kevin Ansbro Superb review, PorshaJo!
Because so many people have raved over this book, I've added it to my TBR list (although I don't have time at present).
Thanks, PorshaJo.


PorshaJo Sara wrote: "It is next up for me, PorshaJo. I am looking forward to it! And, it satisfies one needs for my Pulitzer Prize Challenge. :)"

Yeah! That is her best of her short story books (obv as it won a Pulitzer). I hope you enjoy this one also. I'm so sad that many years ago I donated my copy to library. Still wish I had it. Enjoy it Sara! I'll look for your review.


PorshaJo Kevin wrote: "Superb review, PorshaJo!
Because so many people have raved over this book, I've added it to my TBR list (although I don't have time at present).
Thanks, PorshaJo."


Thanks Kevin! You can never go wrong with Lahiri. :-)
I hope that you are doing well and the writing is progressing. Miss you here on GR and reading your wonderful reviews.


message 9: by Maureen (new)

Maureen Lovely review PorshaJo.


PorshaJo Maureen wrote: "Lovely review PorshaJo."

Thanks Maureen! Though I do not feel this review does this wonderful book justice. Now I want to read this one again! :-)


message 11: by Melissa (new)

Melissa Nice review, PorshaJo!


PorshaJo Melissa wrote: "Nice review, PorshaJo!"

Thanks Melissa!


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