2 posts tagged “books”

Girl, Interrupted

Susanna Kaysen

Girl Interrupted

I have seen the movie dozens of times, and being one of my favourites for a long time, I was curious and eager to read the book that started it all. I absolutely loved it, and the movie will never measure up (but do they ever exceed the book?)

The movie has been so Hollywoodized making Susanna into a trouble maker when in fact she is so relatable even to to someone who hasn't been through what she has. You can find a piece of yourself in all the women in the novel and feel a real sadness for them. I found myself wishing them the best of luck. I also prefer the real ending to the Hollywood ending as well.

For anyone who has seen the movie, the book is a must. It doesn't drag on in depressing content, but is actually honest and lighthearted. Her writing is witty and captivating and she gives you just enough details with out complicating you with stuff you can never truly understand. It's actually quite an entertaining book. It's also a short read, it took me less than 2 days to read it, so that's a bonus too.

Book of Longing

Leonard Cohen

I just recently joined the group 50 in 365, which is a challenge to read 50 books in 365 days. That would mean almost 1 a week. Considering that it’s March and I’ve only completed 1, I would say I am way behind. I am still going to give it a shot though. Why not? I love reading. I will be placing all the books I have in the books section of my blog.

The one book I have completed so far this year is “The Book Of Longing” by Leonard Cohen. It’s a collection of his poetry and drawings. And for anyone who is a fan of his music, or a fan of poetry in general, I strongly recommend this book.

His writing is introspective, personal and at times witty, while his drawings are both philosophical and erotic. He composes simplistic free verse poems alongside complex rhyming masterpieces that always leaves you wanting to read more.

I found this book inspiring, and I can’t wait to go out and buy his other works.