I Am the Messenger
After reading The Book Thief and thinking it one of the best books I'd read last year, I had high hopes for Markus Zusak's book, I Am the Messenger.
It was very different, and I guess that's why I was disappointed. I did read it to the end thinking the mysteries would be solved and I'd learn "who" and "why," but ultimately it's a novel about the importance of good self-esteem. (Blech!) I'll probably pass on trying any more of Zusak's books for a while.
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posted by Laura at
5:08 PM
3 Comments:
Hey, Laura. I decided to check out your blog after the pastor commented on the list of books you read during 2007. May I suggest "Knit Together" by Debbie Macomber. It is a wonderful read. (I finished it in 3 sittings.) She compares her love for knitting to how God has patterned who we are and our interests in order to further His kingdom. You should check it out. Maria
Like you, I loved"the Book Thief"; so I didn't expect as much from "The Messenger." And I actually liked it. I thought it was more about becoming less self-absorbed and more service-oriented. Sorry you didn't car for it. I haven't read any of his other books, so I can't give you any advice on them.
My daughter really enjoyed I Am the Messenger also, and encouraged me to read it through. I agree that Ed became less self-absorbed and served those around him, even when it was painful, and I liked that aspect of the book, but everything that led up to it was never explained, and the self-esteem stuff bugged me.
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