This book blew my mind, especially when I learned that Obreht had not actually lived through or experienced life in the war-torn Balkans. It really reminds me of these quotes about truth in fiction:“A thing may happen and be a total lie; another thing may not happen and be truer than the truth.” ― T...
For most of the time I was reading this book, I wasn't sure what to make of it. Then, towards the end, I understood. For me, The Tiger's Wife is about death and, in turn, about life.There are three narrative strands, which are linked through the character of Natalia's grandfather: the present day, w...
This was an "It's not you, it's me" book.I'm sure this book was terribly literary and skilful, but it left me completely cold. It felt disconnected and muddled, I didn't care about any of the characters, and picking it up again each time felt like a chore. Especially when a book contains such horren...
I cannot recommend this book. I have given it only two stars. I am almost thinking of giving this one star. I will be very specific in listing what disturbed me. Let me mention immediately that those readers who enjoy fantasy novels will enjoy this more than I did. The events are so fantastical that...
The inescapable presence in the Balkans of war, of looming war, is one of the many layers interwoven into the young doctor Natalia's effort, by relaying the seemingly mythical stories recited in her youth, to understand the disappearance and death of her grandfather, himself something magical and lo...
Everyone seems to be raving about this book - winner of the Orange Prize and written by an author that is being described as one of best fiction authors under 40. Parts of this book are beautiful - the writing, the integration of myth with story, and that bit of mysterious magical realism that keep...
Most of the writing was beautiful and served the magical realism without seeming too contrived.However at times I could feel myself ticking off story elements and narrative styles required for this book to be considered 'literary fiction'.And the book never quite achieved its potential.I liked the p...
The book is an absolute masterpiece. it's very wars, inspiring and touching. The book perfectly portrays the bond between family (here granddaughter and grandpa), values, love and loss. I like the author's style a lot - it's simple but in a good way - clear and pure - its important not to make the ...
It leaves you with the feeling that I have missed a few things, some information that would have got me to a "a-ha" moment near the end, when the various loose ends were supposed to be tied. That I should read it again to get it, but I just cannot be bothered. It wasn't an engaging or enjoyable read...
OK... So here's the deal. Maybe this book is the greatest thing since sliced bread, but I just couldn't take it anymore. I made it through almost 3 of 9 discs of the audio, and every time I turned it back on, I immediately found myself getting annoyed and frustrated. Seriously, immediately. There wa...
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