Tim
So, I found this book by way of Bookcrossing. It’s a website that allows you to register a book, “set it free,” and track where it ends up in the world. That is, if the person(s) who find it go to the website, enter the registration number written inside the cover of the book, and makes an entry. I’ve gotten a few book in this way … some of which I’ve yet to read. I get one particular member’s book quite often. It’s fun getting books handed down to me from someone I’ve never met … or maybe I have and just don’t know it. She (I think it is a she) has gotten one of mine too. And we leave them in the strangest places for each other to find. It’s a fun game–I’m always on the look out. I highly recommend letting books roam free!
An Australian stories. I like it. It seems like a nice mix of southern United States and my idea of Australia. If you’ve seen the movie Australia (which I have), it’s got the same feel. The atmosphere. The grit in the air. The strange British uptightness underlying. This is going to be an interesting read.
Oh yeah, this is going to be high romance. I can tell by the way Ms. McCullough writes. We’re in for lots of lust and awkward situations … and possibly even truth.
I’m not sure how I feel about the eventual romance of Tim and Mary now that I’ve read this. Of course, I think I’m supposed to have these reservations. It is Ms. McCullough’s job to convince me that it’s acceptable … or unacceptable. We’ll see.
I like how we hear about all of Tim’s problems from the other people in his life. Tim doesn’t see any of them, and he’s happy to have whatever is given to him–genuinely happy. We should all live a life such as this. Let other people do the worrying. If they’re smart they’ll just not think about it.
This book has officially commanded my attention. Ms. McCullough is taking me on a ride, and I’m loving it. I’m a believer; all my reservations are gone. I can’t wait to see what she has in store for us now! Tim will learn to read … Mary will learn to relax … and all may end bittersweet.
The whole book–every chapter–has been heartbreakingly beautiful. Mary’s fascination with Tim is amazing and honest. She’s as much a child as he is.
It’s almost fantasy. Ms. McCullough manages to make the world of her characters seem real, and she allows for some wonderful moments of human kindness. I’m happy and astounded at the parents’ reaction. I would react more like Dawnie, I’m sure.
I’m happy that Tim has such a friend as Mary, but I wonder how much longer this can go on. How much can Tim learn from Mary? It will change their relationship … more signs of the coming sadness I feel in the narrator’s voice.
Halfway through the book already. Haven’t even had the book two days. I might even finish it tonight. Tomorrow for sure.
I’m amazed at how intelligent this book is. Not anything like what I was expecting. I’ve held back from reading “The Thorn Birds,” because I’ve heard mixed reviews. I’m glad I didn’t hesitate in reading this book. Following the signs I have been. I want to give this book to everyone I know who likes to read. It’s an honest tale, and sadly out of print. If this wasn’t a bookcrossing book, then I’d keep it. However, it’s too good not to send it off to inspire others.
Ladies and Gentlemen, break out the tissues. This scene got to me. As promised by the author in the first few chapters, she’s taking me on an emotional roller coaster. Now, the only question is, how far will she go, and how will this relationship with Tim end? I’m nervous and excited to find out.
This opening paragraph … how accurate this is. I’ve experienced this. To see it recreated on the page in this way is winning my acceptance of this story even more. She’s got me hook, line, and–practically–sinker. So real.
… omigod …
I wasn’t expecting it to begin so soon, and, in a way, it’s right on time. Ms. McCullough is a master story teller. There was no chance for monotony. Again, I’m in tears. I hate that I see myself in Dawnie, but I feel that might be intentional. The other characters are almost surreal. It’s the world how it should be. Accepting, loving … it’s Tim’s world.
This book breaks my heart over and over again …
I agree … it isn’t fair. I’m going to need another box of tissues. This book is hitting me hard. My grandmother would adore this book. Maybe I can convince Rhiannon to let her read it before I give it to her. Miss Rhi is complaining about having too much to read anyway.
If you love a story of the heart–read this book!
I’m not sure why the book ended here. Maybe to show the realness of the world of the book. How things appear from the outside after the fairytale is over. The fairytale did end after the wedding. Such a great book. I cried many times while reading it. This will be a story stuck in my mind for a long time.
Tags: Books, Genre: Fiction
Thoughts on Books | Joey | 
14 December 2009 1:50 PM
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