tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29370872.post3781788844016536500..comments2024-03-24T13:45:25.132-05:00Comments on Bookfoolery : Minis: The Walnut Tree by C. Todd, A Walk in the Park by J. .Mansell, Comet's Tale by S. Wolf & L. PadwaBookfoolhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08247136634069540446noreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29370872.post-14672282225599436382012-12-16T21:59:26.603-06:002012-12-16T21:59:26.603-06:00You have to appreciate a pet story in which the pe...You have to appreciate a pet story in which the pet doesn't die, don't you? There are sooo many sad ones. Fortunately, Comet is still alive -- or, at least, was at press time. I prefer a happy ending. <br /><br />Rescues are wonderful! They know they've got it good and they are so, so grateful! Bookfoolhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08247136634069540446noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29370872.post-60521215446600089962012-12-16T21:56:54.228-06:002012-12-16T21:56:54.228-06:00Do I? LOL I read a wide variety, that's for ...Do I? LOL I read a wide variety, that's for sure. Nah, your choice to focus on YA isn't pathetic. If that's what you love, more power to you. I can't stand a steady stream of any particular genre; I've discovered that I burn out easily. YA is fun to mix in, now and then, though! <br /><br />Thanks! So exciting that Isabel is now occasionally sleeping on my legs. That's a *huge* step for her. Bookfoolhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08247136634069540446noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29370872.post-16273584854813690812012-12-16T21:54:03.763-06:002012-12-16T21:54:03.763-06:00Yes, same here. It makes my heart ache to hear ab...Yes, same here. It makes my heart ache to hear about abuse of animals. Both of our kitties are rescues and they are absolutely wonderful pets. They are very sensitive, but I'm okay with that. I kind of get a kick out of the slow process of building trust in a little critter that had a rough start. It's incredibly rewarding. <br /><br />Comet sounds like a real peach. I'm sure you'll love the book!Bookfoolhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08247136634069540446noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29370872.post-61921003257587896392012-12-16T21:52:10.807-06:002012-12-16T21:52:10.807-06:00It's pretty cool that Jill Mansell's less ...It's pretty cool that Jill Mansell's less than stellar work is still so entertaining, though, isn't it? Comet's Tale is safe, but the saga of the author's health might bore her just a tad. Such a sweet story, though, of friendship between dog and man.Bookfoolhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08247136634069540446noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29370872.post-58891401521475210632012-12-16T21:50:56.545-06:002012-12-16T21:50:56.545-06:00Hopefully, you'll like The Walnut Tree better ...Hopefully, you'll like The Walnut Tree better than I did, Wendy! It just wasn't for me. But, I'm still looking forward to giving a Charles Todd mystery a try, just for a change of pace. <br /><br />Comet's Tale is wonderful! I understand your husband's viewpoint. I'm just not a dog person. We've actually just returned from visiting Eldest and our granddog is really sweet but I cannot stand being "kissed" or jumped on by a dog. And, I rather like the convenience of a litter box. But, I'd love to have an animal that I had to walk. Dogs are good for your health! Greyhounds are, the author says, like cats in dog bodies -- very gentle and kind of lazy, although they do need to get out and run, regularly. I love the sound of their personalities. Bookfoolhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08247136634069540446noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29370872.post-42003351873356341822012-12-13T11:18:49.592-06:002012-12-13T11:18:49.592-06:00I've been contemplating Comets Tale...good to ...I've been contemplating Comets Tale...good to know it doesn't have a desperately sad ending! And yes...rescued pets are the best!Melissas Eclectic Bookshelfhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12954443867000135343noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29370872.post-42751095646717876892012-12-12T17:39:28.412-06:002012-12-12T17:39:28.412-06:00Hmmm, you always read such interesting sounding bo...Hmmm, you always read such interesting sounding books. It makes me choice of silly YAs seem a little pathetic. I love the picture...of course. Jennyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05738740015526095835noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29370872.post-18304765834934176722012-12-12T17:29:22.747-06:002012-12-12T17:29:22.747-06:00You got me on Comet's Tale. I'm a dog per...You got me on Comet's Tale. I'm a dog person and think I would like this. Though it saddens me to no end to read about animals that have been abused or hurt in their lives. People are crazy, & cruel. Lucky that Comet got rescued! Seems like a sweet dog. thanks. http://www.thecuecard.com/thecuecardhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08870323589682197091noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29370872.post-47742509628949961792012-12-12T11:17:01.936-06:002012-12-12T11:17:01.936-06:00I enjoyed A Walk in the Park as well, but you'...I enjoyed A Walk in the Park as well, but you're right that it's not her best. My daughter grabbed my copy of Comet's Tale, but only after we peeked at the end to make sure the dog didn't die. ;)Annahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08046635675540466183noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29370872.post-42715652226040844022012-12-12T11:16:09.157-06:002012-12-12T11:16:09.157-06:00That's too bad about The Walnut Tree. :-( I h...That's too bad about The Walnut Tree. :-( I have a copy sitting on my dresser to read. I am glad you mentioned it isn't really a Christmas tale. It'll make me feel less guilty when I don't get it read this holiday season. I've only read one Charles Todd book, which I really liked. It's too bad The Walnut Tree didn't do it for you.<br /><br />Comet's Tale sounds wonderful (thank you so much for mentioning that he is still alive at the end--I would have asked if you hadn't). I've often thought maybe I should adopt a greyhound--but my husband is strongly opposed. He's not a dog person and I know I'm lucky just to have my Riley.Literary Felinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13079276242303738719noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29370872.post-66140580354968608592012-12-11T23:54:12.694-06:002012-12-11T23:54:12.694-06:00My review is probably harsher than it should be. ...My review is probably harsher than it should be. I still managed to read the book and enjoyed immersion in the time period, although it was another case of not feeling like the book was written by a Brit. I'm sure you could tell even better than I can. It really just depends on what you're seeking in a book, whether or not I'd advise that you read it. It just felt so contrived to me. But, I've felt that way about other books and known people who absolutely loved them. I would definitely read a lot of reviews before making a decision. As I recall, there were quite a few at Goodreads. Bookfoolhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08247136634069540446noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29370872.post-42049545407729477832012-12-11T22:57:54.521-06:002012-12-11T22:57:54.521-06:00So I've seen two reviews of The Walnut Tree th...So I've seen two reviews of The Walnut Tree this evening. One was a 5 star and yours which was polar opposite. This is a new to me author and I'm kind of on the fence about reading. I guess I'll see what other reviews pop up and get the whole spectrum first!Holly (2 Kids and Tired)https://www.blogger.com/profile/13075380878850295214noreply@blogger.com