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Second Chance
July 5, 2007
Because I read so much and like to listen to audio books, I use my library a lot. Since I always insist on only listening to unabridged books (if someone took the time to write it, the least I can do is listen to all the words), sometimes the library selection isn't as great as I'd like it to be. In that case, I tend to listen to books I've already read. This is sometimes a good thing.
There have been times when I read a book and it was just disappointing. I'll come across the audio and give it another chance. All of a sudden, I get it. The story makes sense, the characters are endearing and the ending is happy. I don't know if it is the person reading the book or I'm just in a better place in my life.
This has led me to believe that if reviewers read the same book on different days, their outlook on the story would possibly be different. Are they having a good day? Enjoying good health? Family ok? Relationship in the toilet? It all has to have an effect on how a book is perceived.
Bottom Line: Sometimes even a book deserves a second chance.
Posted by Barbara Vey on July 5, 2007 | Comments (6)
