tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8980093669604155928.post5021230964484473474..comments2023-05-04T08:28:44.100-04:00Comments on Bookworm Meets Bookworm: Lorrie Moore's A Gate at the StairsBethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05572049077903171939noreply@blogger.comBlogger8125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8980093669604155928.post-67722640231986969572010-12-10T14:41:27.102-05:002010-12-10T14:41:27.102-05:00Carrie, I find that I like short stories more when...Carrie, I find that I like short stories more when I listen to them as opposed to reading them myself. So far, most people have expressed that they weren't particularly thrilled with it, but I really enjoyed it for so many reasons. There are, of course, shortcomings. I'll admit that it did take me a while to really get into the story; I felt like putting it down at the start. <br /><br />Glad everyone's sharing their opinions! :)Bethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05572049077903171939noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8980093669604155928.post-64518317095562066972010-12-10T13:55:47.075-05:002010-12-10T13:55:47.075-05:00You certainly liked this one more than I did! I di...You certainly liked this one more than I did! I did like her writing for the most part, but it did not work as a whole for me. I'm not a huge fan of short stories, but I would like to try to read more novels by her. I'm glad you found one to love! Also, for what it's worth, I like the paperback cover better:-)nomadreaderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04795144320842413060noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8980093669604155928.post-85779165200060552142010-12-10T11:19:06.704-05:002010-12-10T11:19:06.704-05:00I encourage it. I'd like to hear what you thi...I encourage it. I'd like to hear what you think of it if you do decide to read it!Bethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05572049077903171939noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8980093669604155928.post-66781763089440768122010-12-08T19:07:23.915-05:002010-12-08T19:07:23.915-05:00I don't know why, but I absolutely LOVE the co...I don't know why, but I absolutely LOVE the cover of this one. I haven't heard of the book or the author, but I'll be looking it up! Thanks for the review.Baileyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14025977978080091819noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8980093669604155928.post-82527757849439941512010-12-08T16:22:05.011-05:002010-12-08T16:22:05.011-05:00Greg, There were definitely parts of the novel tha...Greg, There were definitely parts of the novel that I wasn't thrilled with, and perhaps it's the fact that I reallly loved Tassie's character. I felt I could relate to her personality at this age, remembering a time, in my own life, when I discovered similar emotions. I have a habit of being quite the humorous cynic. I could also relate to her living in her head at times; you know, having these absurb conversations with herself in really serious situations, or even the small intellectual discussions/theories she has with herself, yet doesn't (or perhaps Moore doesn't show us that perspective) utter those ideas to those around her. <br /><br />Her short stories are incredible; I highly encourage those who've heard of her, but haven't found her work, to do so now. I was surprised it had taken me so long to discover her work. <br /><br />Thanks for commenting! And I can't wait to check out your review. Always love a great discussion.Bethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05572049077903171939noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8980093669604155928.post-81660436673658063632010-12-08T16:09:58.702-05:002010-12-08T16:09:58.702-05:00Brenna, Thanks for spreading the word!Brenna, Thanks for spreading the word!Bethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05572049077903171939noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8980093669604155928.post-36550672082083220562010-12-08T16:03:30.843-05:002010-12-08T16:03:30.843-05:00Just found your blog from Lit Musing's tweet a...Just found your blog from Lit Musing's tweet and was really glad to see you review this book. I'm not sure there's been any book in 2010 that has had such a range of opinions. <br /><br />A Gate At The Stairs was my first Lorrie Moore too, and I wasn't quite a fan - but it's easy to recognize the talent. Lots of folks on my review (<a href="http://thenewdorkreviewofbooks.blogspot.com/2010/04/gate-at-stairs-metaphor-mania.html" rel="nofollow">here</a> if you're interested) said her short stories really showcase her talent. So I've been meaning to check them out, but haven't made it yet... <br /><br />I do definitely agree with you about the wit, and beautiful language. Nice review!Greg Zimmermanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08122230426442946518noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8980093669604155928.post-39897484621091977752010-12-08T15:45:43.933-05:002010-12-08T15:45:43.933-05:00I haven't read any Moore, but this sounds like...I haven't read any Moore, but this sounds like something I would really like. Great review :)Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10780185535345559390noreply@blogger.com