So I had no idea that this new book by JK Rowling was coming out so soon (Sept 27th). Are any of you guys panning on picking this one up or really looking forward to it? I'm not too excited but will probably read it eventually mainly because it's JK Rowling. I really wish she was writing more fantasy as I'm not too thrilled with mystery.
No, I loved HP and my expectations are way too high for this. I am so sure that I'd be setting myself up for disappointment. I'm not really a mystery fan either so I agree with you - if it was fantasy, I'd be more likely to give it a shot. If everyone raves about it and shakes the book in my face saying it's fantastic, I might consider it. I do feel bad about it but I just want to associate her with HP. I can't really understand why I feel so reluctant.
Post by chicacocodrilo on Sept 4, 2012 8:33:13 GMT -5
I pre-ordered it over the weekend--had hoped to review it for the review website, but the publisher never sent an ARC our way. Ah well. Hey, at least I get to review the newest Sherman Alexie.
Like with all authors, I'm just going to take it for what it is. I'm going into it with no expectations except the hope of a good novel that I enjoy and can recommend.
Post by 5kcandlesinthewind on Sept 4, 2012 12:48:12 GMT -5
I requested it at the library, because I didn't want to spend $$ to be disappointed. I'm currently something like 290 out of 375, so I suspect there'll be a bit of a wait before I get to it.