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Shamus

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2019.08.23 22:00

2019 Book Reviews

#13 What We Talk About When We Talk About

Love by Raymond Carver.

This is the second short story collection by Raymond Carver and like the previous book it also gives insights into American life in the mid 20th century. Carver continues his minimal writing style and tells us these stories in a mostly straightforward manner though leaves many elements unsaid and allows the reader to make their own interpretations. The stories feature a wide assortment of characters and give us a brief look into some melancholic moments in their lives.

This collection didn't have the strong impact that the previous collection: Will You Please Be Quiet, Please? had on me but it was nonetheless excellent. The stories are quite memorable and whilst character names may not stay with you, their stories and struggles are sure to.

My rating: 8.7/10
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  • 爱斯基摩T 2019.08.23 22:51

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    I love short story collection! Especially the ones with stories that you can finish during a flight or train ride, so you aren’t hung in the middle of a story when getting off 😅 Added to my kindle list. Thanks for sharing!
  • Shamus 2019.08.23 22:52

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    @Lucy Yeah! You're right. 😊, I have read that book too this year and will post the review of it eventually.
  • Shamus 2019.08.23 22:52

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    @爱斯基摩T Yep. Most of these fit into that category. Though I'd recommend trying his previous collection before this one.
  • Lucy 2019.08.24 02:39

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    @Shamus Ah,Looking forward to!
  • 爱斯基摩T 2019.08.24 05:49

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    @Shamus ”Will You Please Be Quite, Please?”? Yeah, I added both. You seem to read A LOT and know what you are talking about. I trust your judgement :)
  • Елена 2019.08.24 06:09

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    Thanks a lot for your book's reviews! I hope l ll seek time in my busy timetable to read them😊🙏

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