tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12738985.post115002360275261642..comments2024-03-08T03:18:48.591-05:00Comments on Lotus Reads: The Attack by Yasmina KhadraLotus Readshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02081192215823615529noreply@blogger.comBlogger25125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12738985.post-80295169256279944272007-12-13T20:50:00.000-05:002007-12-13T20:50:00.000-05:00hi lotus..ive read da book "the attack" but im not...hi lotus..ive read da book "the attack" but im not sure what excatly is the theme in the novel.. (need it for school)..if u can tell me asap i will really appreaciate ittAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12738985.post-1150337305568151462006-06-14T22:08:00.000-04:002006-06-14T22:08:00.000-04:00Hi, BelovedNo, I don't do any writing, although I ...Hi, Beloved<BR/><BR/>No, I don't do any writing, although I should have been doing my homework for my creative writing class (we were supposed to interview an unusual person in an unusual profession and then make up a story about them).<BR/><BR/>Thank you for your kind words - if I could review books even half as well as you write poetry, I'd be happy!<BR/><BR/><BR/>Bhaswati -<BR/><BR/>Sending the virtual clovers and a rabbit's foot for good measure, too! :)Lotus Readshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02081192215823615529noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12738985.post-1150314379786668092006-06-14T15:46:00.000-04:002006-06-14T15:46:00.000-04:00Lotus, the book should go for printing in July, if...Lotus, the book should go for printing in July, if all goes well. Please send some virtual clovers my way! :PBhaswatihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15397144389576029618noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12738985.post-1150301623648337702006-06-14T12:13:00.000-04:002006-06-14T12:13:00.000-04:00lotus,these two books are as you can guess, made f...lotus,these two books are as you can guess, made for me. I will have to read both of them. Your talent is definitely in reviewing. Do you do any writing also? Great as usual.Cassiopeia Riseshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02625091389788114012noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12738985.post-1150232368669663832006-06-13T16:59:00.000-04:002006-06-13T16:59:00.000-04:00Ahhh, Susan, a vacation in Tonga would be a unique...Ahhh, Susan, a vacation in Tonga would be a unique one indeed. Thanks for sharing, I didn't know anything about this island until you mentioned it. Thanks again.Lotus Readshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02081192215823615529noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12738985.post-1150201332650924662006-06-13T08:22:00.000-04:002006-06-13T08:22:00.000-04:00Hi Lotus, Tonga is still untouched in so ways by t...Hi Lotus, Tonga is still untouched in so ways by the modern world. Lots of Indian men govern the shops and businesses. Tongans are friendly people but sometimes, they stare too much as they're not used to outsiders. Everything is centered in the small main town. All the airline offices, shops, hotels, post office, banks are walking distance from each other.<BR/>It would be about 15 hours or so ahead of you in time zone if I am 12 or it could be a little more.<BR/>It's very old Colonial. South Pacific Isle feel. Beautiful blowholes, oceans, water everywhere, whale-watching, exquisite pretty cafes where the expatriates to read, write letters, delicous buns, cakes, coffess, very arty, in some ways eccentric.<BR/>It's literally an out of this world feeling. Lots of jungle compared to land. Narrow roads, footpaths, if you stay near the jetty like me, then there are numerous boats. Fishing and for the tourists.<BR/>love<BR/>loveSuzan Abrams, email: suzanabrams@live.co.ukhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08818807164881810296noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12738985.post-1150163705851351122006-06-12T21:55:00.000-04:002006-06-12T21:55:00.000-04:00Hi, Lulu!I was just as happy to have discovered yo...Hi, Lulu!<BR/><BR/>I was just as happy to have discovered your wonderful food and travel blog. You can bet I will visit often. Oh, yes, the Baingan Bhartha recipe would be most welcome, thank you! I'm planning on making Masala Cheese Omlettes for breakfast tomorrow - no prizes for guessing where I got the idea from! ;)<BR/><BR/><BR/>Hi, Beloved!<BR/><BR/>I have often wondered if I would feel differently about a book if I were to re-read it. Just haven't had the time to find out! :)<BR/><BR/><BR/><BR/>Hi, Suse!<BR/><BR/>Can't wait for you to return to London - it's so much closer to Toronto than KL! ;) You have travelled to such exotic places. I'd love to know more about the Kingdom of Tonga - sounds fascinating!Lotus Readshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02081192215823615529noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12738985.post-1150163172129000972006-06-12T21:46:00.000-04:002006-06-12T21:46:00.000-04:00Awww, DJ, you do say the nicest things, thanks! I...Awww, DJ, you do say the nicest things, thanks! I haven't read John Updike's "Terrorist", but I thought it was interesting that it had the same theme as "The Attack"<BR/><BR/><BR/><BR/>Hi, Madhuji! :)<BR/><BR/>So glad to see you here. It would be truly wonderful to make it a book club read and yes, as long it is scheduled for before July 15, I'd be delighted to attend. Thanks!Lotus Readshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02081192215823615529noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12738985.post-1150160418695937302006-06-12T21:00:00.000-04:002006-06-12T21:00:00.000-04:00Ok Lotus, and once I get back to London, I'd be 5 ...Ok Lotus, and once I get back to London, I'd be 5 hours ahead of you. That seems more realistic all round doesn't it. The fastest moving country in the world with its time span is the South Pacific island called, Kingdom of Tonga. I've been there. The oceans are beautiful.<BR/>loveSuzan Abrams, email: suzanabrams@live.co.ukhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08818807164881810296noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12738985.post-1150153501848312292006-06-12T19:05:00.000-04:002006-06-12T19:05:00.000-04:00Good Review on the "The Attack". I liked the other...Good Review on the "The Attack". I liked the other books so I am sure this wil be a hit.It is about 7 pm here and I'm tired. I posted some more poetry on my blog today. Maybe some one will come across it. Next I am repeating my review if "Our Lady of The Lost and Found. I re-read the whole last part of the book. Wow how different I feel about the book now.Cassiopeia Riseshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02625091389788114012noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12738985.post-1150153076147784952006-06-12T18:57:00.000-04:002006-06-12T18:57:00.000-04:00This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.Cassiopeia Riseshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02625091389788114012noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12738985.post-1150151318641100412006-06-12T18:28:00.000-04:002006-06-12T18:28:00.000-04:00hi lotus,it's so lovely to discover your blog. i m...hi lotus,<BR/>it's so lovely to discover your blog. i miss reading so much - i hardly have any time to read these days. when i lived in new york i started a book club and "the kite runner" was our first book. totally loved it just as you did.<BR/>i have bookmarked your blog and wil return regularly.<BR/>about your baingan bartha recipe request - will post that on the weekend when i have some more time. <BR/>cheers<BR/>lulululuhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13192392471288555657noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12738985.post-1150142012450798622006-06-12T15:53:00.000-04:002006-06-12T15:53:00.000-04:00This sounds so promising Lotus. I have posted it a...This sounds so promising Lotus. I have posted it as a book club contendor. Hope you can attend!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12738985.post-1150138736874087452006-06-12T14:58:00.000-04:002006-06-12T14:58:00.000-04:00Hey Little Flower,These books look very very inter...Hey Little Flower,<BR/>These books look very very interesting. I'm going to read them for sure. You are so good at reviewing them. <BR/>DJDavid D Jeraldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14456888842159937368noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12738985.post-1150132772573590562006-06-12T13:19:00.000-04:002006-06-12T13:19:00.000-04:00Hi, Angela!It's new, it's topical, it's beautifull...Hi, Angela!<BR/><BR/>It's new, it's topical, it's beautifully written and best of all, at 272 pages it's a fairly quick read! <BR/><BR/><BR/><BR/>Hi, Susan!<BR/><BR/>OK, I'll 'fess up - I do love world affairs and yes, I really do love reading books that help explain various world issues. I appreciate you stopping by again,and now that I know KL is 12 hours ahead, it will be very easy for me to tell the time in your city...Lotus Readshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02081192215823615529noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12738985.post-1150130608228960152006-06-12T12:43:00.000-04:002006-06-12T12:43:00.000-04:00Hi, Bhaswati!It is a good read for sure. I was lu...Hi, Bhaswati!<BR/><BR/>It is a good read for sure. I was lucky that the Public library had it in their collection, but had they not, I would have definitely bought myself a copy.<BR/><BR/>When is your book due out? I'm going to visit your blog later for updates. So nice to see you here.<BR/><BR/><BR/><BR/><BR/>Hi, booklogged<BR/><BR/>Yes, it is fairly new but I think the French edition has been out a while. I hope you like the book as much as I did!Lotus Readshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02081192215823615529noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12738985.post-1150077373447830332006-06-11T21:56:00.000-04:002006-06-11T21:56:00.000-04:00Yes, Lotus, in KL I'm 12 hours ahead. The Swallows...Yes, Lotus, in KL I'm 12 hours ahead. The Swallows of Kabul turned out to be an international bestseller. You must be so knowledgable on world affairs in general, with all these reviews. I think that goes without saying, actually.<BR/>loveSuzan Abrams, email: suzanabrams@live.co.ukhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08818807164881810296noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12738985.post-1150058538680627822006-06-11T16:42:00.000-04:002006-06-11T16:42:00.000-04:00It sounds really good and very current!It sounds really good and very current!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08517218658953992674noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12738985.post-1150056972122465732006-06-11T16:16:00.000-04:002006-06-11T16:16:00.000-04:00I can't wait to read this. I read Swallows of Kab...I can't wait to read this. I read <I>Swallows of Kabul</I> and loved it. I had not heard that there was a new book out for this author. Thanks for sharing.Bookloggedhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00651016653247142255noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12738985.post-1150048956959378672006-06-11T14:02:00.000-04:002006-06-11T14:02:00.000-04:00This book is right up my alley! It seems to tackle...This book is right up my alley! It seems to tackle the subject with empathy and dispel commonly-held Western notions about suicide bombers. I will order it next month, since I already blew up my book money for this month. Thanks for the great review!Bhaswatihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15397144389576029618noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12738985.post-1150044698677038192006-06-11T12:51:00.000-04:002006-06-11T12:51:00.000-04:00Hi Sruthi!Oh, it does feel good to have zoomed in ...Hi Sruthi!<BR/><BR/>Oh, it does feel good to have zoomed in on the same author as you! :) I haven't read "In the Name of God" so I would love to know what you think. Oh, and I have often wondered why he feels the need to use a female pseudonym, I think it had something to do with the fact that he needed to keep his writing a secret from the Algerian army.<BR/><BR/>Thanks so much for stopping by!Lotus Readshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02081192215823615529noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12738985.post-1150043164377935182006-06-11T12:26:00.000-04:002006-06-11T12:26:00.000-04:00hey lotus!!! for once we're actually reading the s...hey lotus!!! for once we're actually reading the same things! I'm reading Yasmina Khadra's "in the name of god", and next on my list is the swallows of kabul and then the attack. I don't remember how i came across his/her books, but they're a lot different than some of the other things i've read. nice review!:)Smoothieshakehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16301956210438081195noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12738985.post-1150042048745068822006-06-11T12:07:00.000-04:002006-06-11T12:07:00.000-04:00Hi, JudeThanks for stopping by. I'm delighted to h...Hi, Jude<BR/><BR/>Thanks for stopping by. I'm delighted to hear of your interest in Arab and African culture. Do you visit Moorish girl (Laila Lalami)? She showcases the work of a lot of African and Middle-Eastern writers. I am thankful to her for a lot of great book recommendations.<BR/><BR/><BR/><BR/>Hi, Suse<BR/><BR/>Are you guys 12 hours ahead of us? It feels weird that you're about to end your day just when I am starting mine. Thanks so much for visiting and see you tomorrow!Lotus Readshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02081192215823615529noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12738985.post-1150036144869906642006-06-11T10:29:00.000-04:002006-06-11T10:29:00.000-04:00Hi Lotus, I've only just seen this. It's late her...Hi Lotus, I've only just seen this. It's late here. I'll come back and read your post properly tomorrow. Have a great Sunday! Mine is nearly finished.<BR/>loveSuzan Abrams, email: suzanabrams@live.co.ukhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08818807164881810296noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12738985.post-1150029729532212682006-06-11T08:42:00.000-04:002006-06-11T08:42:00.000-04:00This is really interesting Lotus. I have a particu...This is really interesting Lotus. I have a particular interest in Arab and African culture and writing so I really enjoyed this.Judehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14121286194338647357noreply@blogger.com