I read this book when it came out and I really enjoyed it! It was his first book I've read, which made me then read never let me go, which I also enjoyed a lot ! The way he describes people and what's around them I find it very interesting as it sounds very robotic?? Like if you asked chatgpt to describe something??? So yeah, I liked it a lot, hope to read some more of his books later !!!
Funny, I was talking to my coworker the other day who’s about 10 years younger than me (about 20 or 21), and she said they actually had them read this in school. As opposed to the old school picks like 1984 or Animal Farm or whatever. I thought that was interesting
Also, I encourage everyone who absolutely HATES this book consider reading along anyway + participating in the discussion threads! Tell us WHY you hate it, what makes it bad or predictable or boring or cliché 🙂↕️🙂↕️ If you feel the need to make a List With Bullet Points Enumerating Everything About The Book You Find Cringe, then do!! I love analyzing literature, and literary criticism + theory is still applicable even if the book being analyzed is considered to be Not Very Good.
Thank you Mina for this wonderful introduction to Ishiguro's work! This book seems like a perfect fit for the Climate-Climate (at least in the northern hemisphere, shout out my sudaca bestie Anna who is Cold) and also the current Sociopolitical-Climate 🫶🏽📖☀️
I always find myself being hesitant towards stories about robots and androids. There is something about them that irks me. Though I have never actually read or watched something of the sort. It just feels so sad, so 50s housewife sad, in a way. But I am kind of interested in this book, mainly the fact that it perhaps is more optimistic. And religious themes are always intriguing.
I have read one of Ishiguros books before: Nocturnes. It was really nice, in a lot of different ways. But I have heard about him, many different opinions, which seems to be the case in this comment section as well.
I’m excited about this month’s book (I’ve already placed a hold at the library). From the comments I’ve read, it seems to be a polarizing read. Still, I’m curious to see if it connects to or reflects on how people are building relationships with AI in today’s world.
Never let me go is my favorite book!! Personally loved Klara and the Sun - thought it did a beautiful job of portraying young relationships, esp in light of loss and loneliness. Super excited to reread :)
Honestly I found it a little predictable and it didn’t leave me with as much as I’d hoped. I loved so many parts of it but at the end I just felt like I wanted something more!!
Totally finished this week's homework in time to participate in the discussion post, only to find that it looks like perhaps the discussion posts might not be taking place on substack? If anyone knows where those are at I would love to participate!! Thnx <3
You've definitely sparked my interest and I've added this to my reading list. I always find it a little odd reading books with characters that have my name but I think I can get over it for this one :)
I love this! I read this book a couple years ago and I remember really liking it, and like feeling the connection to Klara a lot. Wanna make a parallel with the Webtoon "Emmy the Robot" if anyone has read it. Will definitly try to re-read and participate in discussions !
I read this a few summers ago and really liked it, I’m excited to re-read! Mina I beg you make this book club also for September!
I second this! I hope book club is here to stay for all seasons 😭🙏
Same here! I think there’s so many great autumn-coded books I’d love to read with y’all
I read this book when it came out and I really enjoyed it! It was his first book I've read, which made me then read never let me go, which I also enjoyed a lot ! The way he describes people and what's around them I find it very interesting as it sounds very robotic?? Like if you asked chatgpt to describe something??? So yeah, I liked it a lot, hope to read some more of his books later !!!
supr excited for this pick! i wanted to read it for years
Heeeeeeell yeah, stoked to read this.
Funny, I was talking to my coworker the other day who’s about 10 years younger than me (about 20 or 21), and she said they actually had them read this in school. As opposed to the old school picks like 1984 or Animal Farm or whatever. I thought that was interesting
about to purchase thank you for curating mina 🙏 hot reader girl summer 🫶🫶🫶🫶🫶
THIS ONE SEEMS POLARIZING. IM HYPE!!!!
Also, I encourage everyone who absolutely HATES this book consider reading along anyway + participating in the discussion threads! Tell us WHY you hate it, what makes it bad or predictable or boring or cliché 🙂↕️🙂↕️ If you feel the need to make a List With Bullet Points Enumerating Everything About The Book You Find Cringe, then do!! I love analyzing literature, and literary criticism + theory is still applicable even if the book being analyzed is considered to be Not Very Good.
Thank you Mina for this wonderful introduction to Ishiguro's work! This book seems like a perfect fit for the Climate-Climate (at least in the northern hemisphere, shout out my sudaca bestie Anna who is Cold) and also the current Sociopolitical-Climate 🫶🏽📖☀️
I absolutely agree with this! I always look forward to hearing many different opinions and thoughts. Also bad reviews are often very entertaining.
I always find myself being hesitant towards stories about robots and androids. There is something about them that irks me. Though I have never actually read or watched something of the sort. It just feels so sad, so 50s housewife sad, in a way. But I am kind of interested in this book, mainly the fact that it perhaps is more optimistic. And religious themes are always intriguing.
I have read one of Ishiguros books before: Nocturnes. It was really nice, in a lot of different ways. But I have heard about him, many different opinions, which seems to be the case in this comment section as well.
I’m excited about this month’s book (I’ve already placed a hold at the library). From the comments I’ve read, it seems to be a polarizing read. Still, I’m curious to see if it connects to or reflects on how people are building relationships with AI in today’s world.
Never let me go is my favorite book!! Personally loved Klara and the Sun - thought it did a beautiful job of portraying young relationships, esp in light of loss and loneliness. Super excited to reread :)
just picked this one up! so excited to read
I loved the first half of this book, the rest left me feeling a little disappointed
Ohh what did you find disappointing?
Honestly I found it a little predictable and it didn’t leave me with as much as I’d hoped. I loved so many parts of it but at the end I just felt like I wanted something more!!
Just finished and I loved it
Totally finished this week's homework in time to participate in the discussion post, only to find that it looks like perhaps the discussion posts might not be taking place on substack? If anyone knows where those are at I would love to participate!! Thnx <3
hi! they're in Mina's substack chat, which is only available to paid subscribers
You've definitely sparked my interest and I've added this to my reading list. I always find it a little odd reading books with characters that have my name but I think I can get over it for this one :)
I love this! I read this book a couple years ago and I remember really liking it, and like feeling the connection to Klara a lot. Wanna make a parallel with the Webtoon "Emmy the Robot" if anyone has read it. Will definitly try to re-read and participate in discussions !
I hadn't heard of the book before reading this review, but I came out of it with another book added to my wishlist.