A dear friend of mine who is a budding writer and a rebel-attorney developed into a sophisticated and voracious reader. As I read for pleasure, anything goes that interests me, he is more of the discriminating type. When we met up for coffee two weekends ago, he gave me two bagful of his old and new books. He wanted to give them a new home, short for he's running out of space and concern, as well as he wanted to give books he had no plans of reading a second chance. Of course, I willingly obliged.
As we were talking about, well...books, I had an irrational desire to buy new books the spot even if I already had freebies. I know it's illogical but it's also some kind of a book lover's sickness. After four hours of conversations, attempting to be Tolstoy and literature scholars, we went to Fully Booked and scouted the sale section first. As a tip from one book lover to another, never ever miss out on the sale section, you won't believe what people would put out on discounts! Mostly they're unpopular but excellent works!
As I patiently inspected the lot, my friend pointed out to me Irene Nemorovsky's Fire in the Blood. It's in perfectly good condition at 100 pesos. He hasn't read Fire in the Blood, but he has high praise for Nemorovsky's best known novel, Suite Francaise. He wanted me to try Fire in The Blood, which is a logical choice. From a book lover to another, I trust his judgment.
And thank goodness that I did! The next weekend, I had the time to squeeze in Fire in The Blood and in a day I was able to finish it. It was so good! I was engulfed by the story and the ease of the language. Though the book is not typically thick, more of a novella, it still carries a rich story with a strong message of the power of youth and the evolution of passion. It's a story written with a quaint rural French community as a background. It pictures passion and certain ideas of happiness in the eyes of the youth and in the eyes of the people past their prime. It's a parallel story amidst the minor family scandals and indiscretions.
For those who'd want a quick and meaningful read, I would recommend this.
And just because I so love how the words were unassuming and unpretentiously written, I have become a fan of Irene Nemorovsky. I was so impressed that I texted my friend to thank him for introduce the author to me.
A week after, I decided to search Suite Francaise to include it in my list of summer reads. I was ready to search and order (if need be) from the leading bookstores. On an uneventful Sunday, I was in a simple Booksale store at a nearby mall waiting for my ride. As I was browsing through the shelf, I quickly spotted the book in excellent condition and on sale at 115 pesos! What luck! Out of all the Booksale shops and timing in the world, I was able to get a copy without breaking a sweat. It's like it fell into my lap. In this case, I believe in destiny.
I intended to read Suite Francaise in my upcoming beach vacation in a few days. I want good vibes and good reads, but I simply cannot wait. I've already read 6 chapters and least to say I am hooked.
I have become a Nemorovsky fan. I recommend anyone to experience her raw works. It's really something worthwhile.
As we were talking about, well...books, I had an irrational desire to buy new books the spot even if I already had freebies. I know it's illogical but it's also some kind of a book lover's sickness. After four hours of conversations, attempting to be Tolstoy and literature scholars, we went to Fully Booked and scouted the sale section first. As a tip from one book lover to another, never ever miss out on the sale section, you won't believe what people would put out on discounts! Mostly they're unpopular but excellent works!
As I patiently inspected the lot, my friend pointed out to me Irene Nemorovsky's Fire in the Blood. It's in perfectly good condition at 100 pesos. He hasn't read Fire in the Blood, but he has high praise for Nemorovsky's best known novel, Suite Francaise. He wanted me to try Fire in The Blood, which is a logical choice. From a book lover to another, I trust his judgment.
And thank goodness that I did! The next weekend, I had the time to squeeze in Fire in The Blood and in a day I was able to finish it. It was so good! I was engulfed by the story and the ease of the language. Though the book is not typically thick, more of a novella, it still carries a rich story with a strong message of the power of youth and the evolution of passion. It's a story written with a quaint rural French community as a background. It pictures passion and certain ideas of happiness in the eyes of the youth and in the eyes of the people past their prime. It's a parallel story amidst the minor family scandals and indiscretions.
For those who'd want a quick and meaningful read, I would recommend this.
And just because I so love how the words were unassuming and unpretentiously written, I have become a fan of Irene Nemorovsky. I was so impressed that I texted my friend to thank him for introduce the author to me.
A week after, I decided to search Suite Francaise to include it in my list of summer reads. I was ready to search and order (if need be) from the leading bookstores. On an uneventful Sunday, I was in a simple Booksale store at a nearby mall waiting for my ride. As I was browsing through the shelf, I quickly spotted the book in excellent condition and on sale at 115 pesos! What luck! Out of all the Booksale shops and timing in the world, I was able to get a copy without breaking a sweat. It's like it fell into my lap. In this case, I believe in destiny.
I intended to read Suite Francaise in my upcoming beach vacation in a few days. I want good vibes and good reads, but I simply cannot wait. I've already read 6 chapters and least to say I am hooked.
I have become a Nemorovsky fan. I recommend anyone to experience her raw works. It's really something worthwhile.
"...i thought i was seeking my
fortune but in reality i was being propelled forward by the fire in my blood.
But these passions are now extinguished i no longer know who i am."
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