Category Archives: reading journal

First, on formality: everything I say is opinion – not fact. If it were otherwise, I imagine I’d be head of my own church by now. Or possibly a cult. That said, Morrison’s Sula was an engaging piece of literature. … Continue reading →

I’ve read majority of the book so far, somewhere in the 70’s-80’s I left off. If your not around there I suggest not reading my post any  further. (*spoilers*) Anyway books awesome so far, I guess for me, I couldn’t … Continue reading →

I’m no stranger to Steinbeck having read  The Pearl and Grapes of Wrath. With my own brand of confidence I felt like I knew what to expect until I read Mcitowicki’s post and the ending was revealed. Now, I’m in … Continue reading →

I had some lingering dislike of Steinbeck in general (and Of Mice and Men in particular) in the back of my mind, but couldn’t quite remember why… Well, now I can: it’s the !@#$% ambivalence. On the one hand, I … Continue reading →

Oh my god!  This is such a heart breaking story! As Desiree found out and questioned Armand about their child, Armand accused Desiree that she is not white.  At that point I was thinking that how much can Armand love … Continue reading →

Overall the story was very good. The start was slow, but necessary as it laid the groundwork of Desiree and her husband, Armand.  It wasn’t completely dramatic but there was tension in the middle of the story, and the wording … Continue reading →

Wow…..it’s funny how this short story can still be used till today. I was confused while reading it and had to read it again to understand itI river all I enjoyed reading it

I thoroughly enjoyed the short story as it kept me in suspense! I had anticipated some sordid tale of Armand fathering children all over the estate and driving Desiree to madness (Usually how these stories go) but instead I was … Continue reading →

The story was quite intriguing. Even though the story had no suspense, it still managed to pull off an unexpected ending with a twist. I wonder if Desiree would go back to her husband if he “allowed” her back or … Continue reading →

Now this is more like it: easy to follow plot, delightful twist in an otherwise somber story and a happy ending (which I’m fond of). I’ve never read anything by Kate Chopin before but now, having had sampled her pacing … Continue reading →