“IS MARTEL AN ANIMAL ETHOLAGIST?”
“I like how in the book we, as the reader, didn't know what a certain thing was throughout the book: like Richard Parker, for example. ”
“People may say it drags on and on but I think it was captivating, interesting, and beautiful throughout, and some readers said it was an ending they didnt expect--to me it makes perfect sense, what I would do, it's reality/splendid...then there's the comment about it being a hot/cold reader reception---it may be ok, it's ok to be ok with most/some/or any part of this book; but, I have to say, that after just finishing, it's now one of my favorites, and I am in love! Everyone should read this.”
“Frankly, I found this book dull at times. The part with the tiger on the raft, in particular, dragged on and on....I understand why people like this book, but it did little for me on a spiritual or intellectual level.”
“This is one of those books books that prove that to dive into literature world demands more than upbringing on popular culture. It you expect to be amused and flattered by the author - just forget it and grab your Sex and the City, some Ludlum read or whatever excites you.Good book is not there to amuse you for cheap money. It is there to shatter your world for a brief moment, so you could change your perspective.This is magnificent piece of writing. Some argue that the long prologue in Pondicherry is not needed, but I disagree. I believe it is essential in the plot and in motivation for later events; it allowed symbols to find their context in the solitude.”
“This book is on my all-time-favorite list. My Book Club read it a while back and it was half and half. You either love it or hate it it seems. People I have discussed this book with seem to feel strongly - no "it was okay" for this read. I absolutely think it is brilliant and the end is so perfect. Love the interview at the end. I hear his newer Beatrice and Virgil is good.”
“am i gonna like this book? or is it just gonna be cheesy?”
“Its amazing, enjoyable read. I particularly like the novels based on journey, adventure, spirituality, and of course my home land India. This novel has each of these features. It was so gripping that I finished it in a single read, stayed awake all night. ”
“I really like this book. The author Yann Martel uses so many descriptive words and phrases that it really creates the whole picture in your mind. Piscine Patel is the main character in India with three religions. The inside cover summary is very short,but it hooks you in. It says,”A boy....A tiger....And the vast Pacific Ocean...This is a novel of such rare and wondrous storytelling that it may.. as one character claims.. make you believe in God.” That is the thing that pulls me in and makes me wonder a rigorous question,” Is this story so good that it would make someone believe in God?” I read the beginning first half. It explains his childhood and his religion towards God. The first half of the book is like the base of a building and the second half of the book builds suspense by ship wreck and how he survives. Piscine's struggles and his way of believing in God makes you want to read more. Once you start reading the second half you won't stop until you finish. The author's humor makes the book funny and enjoyable. I would recommend this great book to all people . Enjoy!”
“Wonderful thought provoking book, had to read it through twice.”
