Review by Lunastella -- Andalusian in Jerusalem

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Re: Review by Lunastella -- Andalusian in Jerusalem

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Espie wrote: 05 Dec 2018, 21:14
Most of the story is composed of long paragraphs with liberally used punctuation, giving the sense of a long flow of speech, but making it a bit hard to read. Dialogues are intermingled with narration and the whole punctuation game gives you the feeling of being in a whirlwind. In my opinion, that's intentional. The author strives to break the rules in the same way Jerusalem breaks the rules of reality, leaving you confused and in a daze but ultimately satisfied and enriched.
I used to think I'm the only odd one who likes to rationalise an author's writing style. It's not unusual for me to treat them as metaphors. At times, I'd also excuse deviations from normalcy, e.g. unusual punctuations or lengthy and repetitive elements, with what I could surmise to be their intended meanings, feelings, or psychological impacts. Thank you for your thoughtful and exquisitely written review.
You're not alone!
I think it's perfectly possible that the narrative style means something and it's not unusual for authors to do so. We could use as an example some of the work of Javier Marías and Gabriel García Márquez and I'm sure there are many more authors who employ this kind of techniques.
Unfortunately, in the case of Mois Benarroch, I can't really be sure and I wasn't able to find an interview where he explains his style.
Thanks for your kind words, Espie.
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Sushan wrote: 08 Dec 2018, 02:28 I also reviewed this book, and I have to agree that this was a difficult reading experience. Nice review. Thank you

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It's definitely not an easy read!
If you want, please link to your review. I'd love to read your perspective on this book.
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Kajori50 wrote: 08 Dec 2018, 11:55 I enjoyed reading One Hundred Years of Solitude, and it seems that may like this book as well.

Thank you for the amazing review.
I think you'd enjoy it!
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Kibetious wrote: 06 Dec 2018, 09:30 The Jerusalem Syndrome sounds funny. It was such a nice way to begin the review. Thanks for the review.
I know! It almost sounds made up but it's quite real and interesting!
Thank you for your kind words.
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Lunastella wrote: 10 Dec 2018, 12:53
Sushan wrote: 08 Dec 2018, 02:28 I also reviewed this book, and I have to agree that this was a difficult reading experience. Nice review. Thank you

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It's definitely not an easy read!
If you want, please link to your review. I'd love to read your perspective on this book.
Already linked it in my comment 👍👍
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Sushan wrote: 10 Dec 2018, 13:14
Lunastella wrote: 10 Dec 2018, 12:53
Sushan wrote: 08 Dec 2018, 02:28 I also reviewed this book, and I have to agree that this was a difficult reading experience. Nice review. Thank you

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It's definitely not an easy read!
If you want, please link to your review. I'd love to read your perspective on this book.
Already linked it in my comment 👍👍
Thanks! Already read and commented it :D
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Very thoughtful! I like the way you express your thoughts through your playful words. You seem likes a literature pro in handling the tools, I like that. Thank you for your work!
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Sahani Nimandra wrote: 13 Dec 2018, 00:03 Very thoughtful! I like the way you express your thoughts through your playful words. You seem likes a literature pro in handling the tools, I like that. Thank you for your work!
Thank you for your very kind comment, Sahani.
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I have read two books by Mois Benarroch and I must say his style of writing always keeps me desiring for more of his works. I am definitely adding this to my to-read list.
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The unique way you started the review was awesome. Your insights on the book were enlightening. Considering the multiple facets you mentioned, I guess we could not expect this book would be an easy one. However, after reading the review, I feel more intrigued about it. Thanks for the thorough and insightful review.
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Jgideon wrote: 14 Dec 2018, 02:43 I have read two books by Mois Benarroch and I must say his style of writing always keeps me desiring for more of his works. I am definitely adding this to my to-read list.
It's definitely an original writing style. I would love to read an interview with him to know if what it means or if he wants to convey something through such a unique narrative.
Hope you enjoy the book!
Thanks for your comment!
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Shrabastee wrote: 14 Dec 2018, 07:45 The unique way you started the review was awesome. Your insights on the book were enlightening. Considering the multiple facets you mentioned, I guess we could not expect this book would be an easy one. However, after reading the review, I feel more intrigued about it. Thanks for the thorough and insightful review.
It's a very original book and, definitely, not an easy one, but worth it. Thank you for your kind words.
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I remembered I was not that interested in reading this book after I read few reviews it. Your review have made me to reconsider my decision and I have just moved this book to my tbr list. Thank you for your detailed and unbiased review.
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ParadoxicalWoman wrote: 15 Dec 2018, 00:15 I remembered I was not that interested in reading this book after I read few reviews it. Your review have made me to reconsider my decision and I have just moved this book to my tbr list. Thank you for your detailed and unbiased review.
Then I can say my job is done! It's an interesting and original book.
Thank you very much for your kind words.
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Jerusalem syndrome? is that real cause if it is I will cancel all future visits there. The main character's story does seem interesting the discovery of parallel life caught my attention so quickly.
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