tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3523300192245025551.post3779873009816608383..comments2024-03-28T06:23:05.651-04:00Comments on Ivy Book Bindings: Review: This Lullaby by Sarah DessenKeertanahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01071392026876644282noreply@blogger.comBlogger16125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3523300192245025551.post-77880910343648692932014-04-04T12:20:43.534-04:002014-04-04T12:20:43.534-04:00Okay, I have a confession to make. I'm not a h...Okay, I have a confession to make. I'm not a huge Sarah Dessen fan. I've tried maybe three of her books in my lifetime, and while I didn't hate them, I didn't love them. But this was some time ago so I'm considering picking this book back up and giving it another try, especially after your glowing review. I definitely agree that Dessen's books are more realistic than some other YA contemporary books you'll find, and I'm willing to give This Lullaby another try considering so many people love it. Exceptional review, Keertana!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3523300192245025551.post-14828214251864303552014-04-02T22:04:30.545-04:002014-04-02T22:04:30.545-04:00Amanda, my favorite Dessen romance is JUST LISTEN....Amanda, my favorite Dessen romance is JUST LISTEN. It has a bit of a slow start, but I absolutely LOVE the character growth, sisterly relationships, and of course the swoon-worthy romance. THE TRUTH ABOUT FOREVER is another favorite among most readers and yet another Dessen novel I've thoroughly enjoyed. I'd definitely recommend both of those, very highly. :)Keertanahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01071392026876644282noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3523300192245025551.post-17543012032597984642014-04-02T21:57:55.030-04:002014-04-02T21:57:55.030-04:00"Sarah Dessen, though sticking to a rather pr..."Sarah Dessen, though sticking to a rather predictable formula, nevertheless manages to stun audiences every time, using her words and characters to weave together the best aspects of the Young Adult Contemporary genre." - I think that's probably a really good way to describe Dessen's works. I've only read one so far, but I plan on reading more of her works soon, just so that I can better understand all the Dessen love out there. And it is nice to know there's an author who tosses around some realistic teen issues without taking on too many and leaving readers dissatisfied.<br />Lovely review, as always dear! <br />Out of curiosity, which of Dessen's novels is your favorite?Amandahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03052456915027241479noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3523300192245025551.post-34638619353568432912014-04-02T18:22:57.535-04:002014-04-02T18:22:57.535-04:00It's been ages since I've read any of her ...It's been ages since I've read any of her books (I've been saving her most recent) and while they are formulaic (especially when you read them all in a row like I did) I still love her books for the reasons you mention: realistic characters and excellent contemp! <br /><br /><a href="http://thebookishmanicurist.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow"> Mands @ The Bookish Manicurist </a>The Bookish Manicuristhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12306340951256242816noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3523300192245025551.post-29836345888071941792014-04-02T15:55:33.140-04:002014-04-02T15:55:33.140-04:00awww I guess she sounds like a very good author wh...awww I guess she sounds like a very good author when you want to read some YA contemporary, the book sounds wonderful. I haven't yet read anything by her, but people keep praising her so much it's exciting. Even if this wasn't your favorite novel by her :)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11209774851625668155noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3523300192245025551.post-13938532009105797542014-04-01T15:08:53.866-04:002014-04-01T15:08:53.866-04:00I have not read this author yet and I have yet to ...I have not read this author yet and I have yet to be caught by the NA bug. Still, this one sounds interesting because of the growth. Hm... will have to bump up this author on my must read list. Melissa (Books and Things)https://www.blogger.com/profile/00074452958853212024noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3523300192245025551.post-59330790730565704832014-04-01T11:04:56.755-04:002014-04-01T11:04:56.755-04:00I never really thought about it, but you are right...I never really thought about it, but you are right - her characters are always somewhere in the middle, they have good and bad sides. That is one of the reasons why I love her novels so much. This Lullaby is after Along For The Ride my favorite.<br />Glasshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03750441600543024341noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3523300192245025551.post-89147017953185962162014-04-01T09:50:13.990-04:002014-04-01T09:50:13.990-04:00I have yet to read a Sarah Dessen book, but this s...I have yet to read a Sarah Dessen book, but this sounds heartbreaking. And I love flawed characters, though it is sometimes hard to connect to them. They feel more real and fleshed out. I'll need to read this one! Great review, Keertana.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03849853402753473461noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3523300192245025551.post-81277103510481712312014-03-31T14:04:44.626-04:002014-03-31T14:04:44.626-04:00I have read two Sarah's books and while they a...I have read two Sarah's books and while they are highly predictable and you can guess most of the things from just the blurb it's amazing how she writes and at the end you always end up loving them more than expected. You are right hew protagonists are always really balanced. I'm so happy you enjoyed this one. Great review, Keertana :)Tanja - Tanychyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15084789780467257259noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3523300192245025551.post-44279443801089808122014-03-31T12:49:57.203-04:002014-03-31T12:49:57.203-04:00I haven't read any of Sarah Dessen books. But ...I haven't read any of Sarah Dessen books. But I know she is quite a popular author in YA genre. And like you I always find myself going back to a contemporary YA to immerse myself back into reading. With such a positive review on connecting all aspects of YA with romance, it has made me want to grab a copy now. Lovely review, my friend! :)Emmahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17409669758470666840noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3523300192245025551.post-42882323565496561082014-03-31T10:10:05.029-04:002014-03-31T10:10:05.029-04:00I have yet to read anything by Sarah Dessen. Fail!...I have yet to read anything by Sarah Dessen. Fail! Remy sounds like a tricky character given the way she breaks up with her boyfriend and her general indifference, but it's clear from your review that there is growth both on Remy's part and the reader's as we learn to appreciate her for who she is. Must give this one a try!Jennyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14199685365145765394noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3523300192245025551.post-36603554549609400542014-03-30T13:46:37.528-04:002014-03-30T13:46:37.528-04:00I am glad you found this novel enjoyable! I am lis...I am glad you found this novel enjoyable! I am listening to Along For The Ride, my first Dessen novel.<br />I was hoping for a light summery book, but I don't think so from reading your review, lol. Great review!!BURIED IN BOOKShttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18205451716054533728noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3523300192245025551.post-24975553668077480332014-03-30T12:48:22.409-04:002014-03-30T12:48:22.409-04:00I do like that Dessen writes heroines with flaws a...I do like that Dessen writes heroines with flaws and doesn't try and fix them through the story. I loved The Truth About Forever and Just Listen even more, but This Lullaby was not as enjoyable for me. I didn't click with Remy. She wasn't particularly nice, and it just rubbed me the the wrong way for the majority of the story. Great review, Keertana! :)Rachelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16682335183798720529noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3523300192245025551.post-14183264059799434932014-03-30T08:29:58.866-04:002014-03-30T08:29:58.866-04:00Yes, Keertana! A million yes! I agree with every w...Yes, Keertana! A million yes! I agree with every word in this review. Sarah Dessen's strength mainly lays with her ability to spin words into gold, and this review just reminds me how this book made me smile all over. :) The potato song! Don't forget the spoon scene when Remy buys Dexter spoon. Not many authors can turn spoons into such meaningful scene. ;)<br /><br />I agree that heroes in Dessen's books <i>never "heals" the heroine, but merely helps her reach the stage where she can "heal" herself</i>. It's always the heroine who takes the last decision. It's something more authors should take note on. ;)<br /><br />Fabulous review, hun! :)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10224746396123025992noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3523300192245025551.post-22144927682741682762014-03-30T04:43:38.939-04:002014-03-30T04:43:38.939-04:00I should read a Dessen one day :)I should read a Dessen one day :)Blodeueddhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03435479623560871881noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3523300192245025551.post-6334628330257973192014-03-30T00:25:21.843-04:002014-03-30T00:25:21.843-04:00I've read only two Dessen novels-The truth abo...I've read only two Dessen novels-The truth about forever and Just Listen, however, both was a great disappointment for me. I've tried to read other Dessen's books, but seriously I couldn't get past 50 pages. This Lullaby has garnered a 4 star rating from you, which definitely makes me reconsider my stance. Remy sounds little different from other Dessen's protagonists. Thanks for bringing in to my attention.Lovely review, Keertana!! (: <a href="http://honeybeeslittlecorner.wordpress.com">Honey Bee's Little World</a>https://www.blogger.com/profile/05665574587520464404noreply@blogger.com