tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3523300192245025551.post6857934663834628748..comments2024-03-18T10:29:57.463-04:00Comments on Ivy Book Bindings: ARC Review: Speechless by Hannah HarringtonKeertanahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01071392026876644282noreply@blogger.comBlogger22125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3523300192245025551.post-36347607068658591812012-08-15T16:59:36.396-04:002012-08-15T16:59:36.396-04:00Thanks Sarah!(: I loved your review of speechless ...Thanks Sarah!(: I loved your review of speechless as well and it means so much to me to have you appreciate my review too! Thanks a million! :DKeertanahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01071392026876644282noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3523300192245025551.post-78969230144543328512012-08-14T21:04:18.751-04:002012-08-14T21:04:18.751-04:00Oh, Keertana, your review is just... perfect. So e...Oh, Keertana, your review is just... <em>perfect</em>. So eloquent, erudite and... I'm truly in awe. WONDERFUL. I'm seriously <em>Speechless</em> myself, and I'm so please you loved it so much :)Sarah (saz101)https://www.blogger.com/profile/08936602748682093150noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3523300192245025551.post-54730055613246927242012-08-14T12:51:23.915-04:002012-08-14T12:51:23.915-04:00Thanks Mandee!(: I'm so glad you enjoyed this ...Thanks Mandee!(: I'm so glad you enjoyed this one and I can't wait for your review! I totally understand how you would have liked this more than Saving June - it's far more relatable - but I think I enjoyed the depth of Saving June just a little bit more. Still, I loved this one regardless! ;)Keertanahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01071392026876644282noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3523300192245025551.post-58932392169999340762012-08-14T00:44:32.241-04:002012-08-14T00:44:32.241-04:00Wonderful review, hun! I just read this and I real...Wonderful review, hun! I just read this and I really loved it, at first I thought I wouldn't but it really grew on me, I think I might even love it more than Saving June!Vegan YA Nerdshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11244310544451371368noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3523300192245025551.post-11444755257901158982012-08-13T21:38:29.198-04:002012-08-13T21:38:29.198-04:00Thanks Leanne!(: I can understand how Speechless ...Thanks Leanne!(: I can understand how <i> Speechless </i> might have affected you on a more personal level - it's definitely much easier to connect with than <i> Saving June </i> was, but I somehow appreciated the depth and grief of that novel just a tad bit more. Still, I'm so excited that you're a Hannah Harrington fan now and I'm so curious to see what she writes next! :D <br /><br />P.S. - I loved Sam too! I mean, how could you <i> not? </i> Not only does he draw, paint, and skateboard, but he <i> cooks! </i> *swoons* ;)Keertanahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01071392026876644282noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3523300192245025551.post-43554265898298767272012-08-13T21:36:22.983-04:002012-08-13T21:36:22.983-04:00Aww, that's so sweet of you, Maja! If I hadn&#...Aww, that's so sweet of you, Maja! If I hadn't started this blog I would have totally come and co-blogged with you! Perhaps we can still wind up doing some joint posts together though!(: I wouldn't mind living with you either, you just have to ask! ;) You'd definitely be a wonderful older sister to have around!<33 <br /><br />I read Lisa's review on GoodReads and I have to agree that <i> Speechless </i> definitely isn't as good as <i> Saving June </i> and it features a younger audience, which might throw people off. Yet, it completely captivated me and I loved how subtly and beautifully interwoven all the themes and messages were, so I'd highly recommend this one! I hope you get a chance to read it soon, Maja! :DKeertanahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01071392026876644282noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3523300192245025551.post-82873007556268816412012-08-13T21:32:53.833-04:002012-08-13T21:32:53.833-04:00I'm so glad you enjoyed this one too, Brandi! ...I'm so glad you enjoyed this one too, Brandi! Yes, the characters really made this novel stand out for me and I really loved it! I can't wait to see what Harrington writes next!(: Keertanahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01071392026876644282noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3523300192245025551.post-82983092724467322792012-08-13T21:32:05.953-04:002012-08-13T21:32:05.953-04:00Thanks Jessie!(: Now that you mention it, I wish L...Thanks Jessie!(: Now that you mention it, I wish Lou and Dex had more screen time too! I really loved their relationship and I wish we could have seen more of it, but I was quite happy with the glimpses we did get of it. It was definitely one of the more well-developed adult relationships I've seen in a long time. I can't wait to read what Harrington writes next either! She simply has so much talent!(: Keertanahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01071392026876644282noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3523300192245025551.post-91256880518020827982012-08-13T21:30:13.989-04:002012-08-13T21:30:13.989-04:00Thanks Heidi!(: You really must read Saving June -...Thanks Heidi!(: You really must read Saving June - it's one of my favorites and I liked it even more than I enjoyed this one! I hope you get a chance to read this soon though since it's an amazing sophomore novel and I'll be excited to see what you think of it! :DKeertanahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01071392026876644282noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3523300192245025551.post-85802971564826832602012-08-13T21:29:31.680-04:002012-08-13T21:29:31.680-04:00Wow, I adore your review, Keertana! Not that I exp...Wow, I adore your review, Keertana! Not that I expected any different. ;) I think we come to an impasse when comparing this to Saving June, though. Indeed I liked the latter, but Speechless affected me on a much more personal level, and I connected with it more. I can't wait to see what more Hannah Harrington has in store, can you? :)<br /><br />P.S. I loved Sam <3 <3 Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3523300192245025551.post-49340501993849182422012-08-13T21:29:21.279-04:002012-08-13T21:29:21.279-04:00Thanks Jenny! Yes, this is definitely one you simp...Thanks Jenny! Yes, this is definitely one you simply can't miss! I loved it and it is one of the most contemplative and thought-provoking novels of the year! I can't wait to see what you think of it!(: Keertanahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01071392026876644282noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3523300192245025551.post-54799819458346700412012-08-13T21:28:36.896-04:002012-08-13T21:28:36.896-04:00Thanks Elena!(: I realllyyy hope you decide to pic...Thanks Elena!(: I realllyyy hope you decide to pick this book up again! I think the beginning is a little hard to like because Chelsea is such an unlikable character when we first meet her, but this novel truly becomes something remarkable as it continues, so I can't wait to see what your final verdict on it is! :D Keertanahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01071392026876644282noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3523300192245025551.post-23298047412475770512012-08-13T21:27:06.891-04:002012-08-13T21:27:06.891-04:00Aww, thank you Sam! :) I can't wait to hear yo...Aww, thank you Sam! :) I can't wait to hear your final thoughts on this one - I have a feeling you'll really enjoy it! I truly love Harrington's writing so I'm very excited to see what she comes up with next! :DKeertanahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01071392026876644282noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3523300192245025551.post-80938432055802207952012-08-13T21:25:05.192-04:002012-08-13T21:25:05.192-04:00Thanks Hilda!(: I can't wait to see what you t...Thanks Hilda!(: I can't wait to see what you think of this novel - I think you'll really enjoy it! It's absolutely wonderful and I hope you get to read it soon! :D Keertanahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01071392026876644282noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3523300192245025551.post-74627433681355653332012-08-13T19:40:59.701-04:002012-08-13T19:40:59.701-04:00I also loved these characters so hard. I loved it ...I also loved these characters so hard. I loved it and devoured it... such a neat premise. <br /><br />Thanks for review, <br />Brandi from <a href="http://blkosiner.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">Blkosiner’s Book Blog</a>brandileigh2003https://www.blogger.com/profile/01669251993917961293noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3523300192245025551.post-10686238738078739072012-08-13T16:54:46.077-04:002012-08-13T16:54:46.077-04:00Oh, man, this review totally took my breathe away....Oh, man, this review totally took my breathe away. I say drop this blog and come blog with me. :D Or come live with me, I'll totally adopt you. Oh, nevermind my rambling. <br />It is so clear how strongly you felt this book. It's one of the most amazing things, when a book isn't just a book, but an experience as well. You took something from this, and I hope I will too. I was a bit worried when Lisa, my bestie, didn't like it, but hey, even besties disagree. :)<br />Amazing review!Maja (The Nocturnal Library)https://www.blogger.com/profile/14276646316400863181noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3523300192245025551.post-45905190382513199242012-08-13T14:42:03.044-04:002012-08-13T14:42:03.044-04:00I am SO glad you loved this one! I totally agree a...I am SO glad you loved this one! I totally agree about the characterization for the ex-best friend - she was the weak link in an otherwise stellar cast. Though I do wish Lou/Dex had had more screentime because they were so disarming, odd, and awesome.<br /><br />I loved this more than SJ, but we can definitely agree that this is a promising author! I can't wait to see what she does next.<br /><br />Wonderful, wonderful review. Jessiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08996840003306047763noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3523300192245025551.post-31482404862794550362012-08-13T13:54:03.741-04:002012-08-13T13:54:03.741-04:00A tremendous review! I still haven't had a cha...A tremendous review! I still haven't had a chance to read Saving June. I know I am missing out on a talented author. I would love to see how this all plays out. I can't imagine it would be easy for a teenage girl to take a vow of silence! Also like you, I am excited to see an Indian character. Heidi@Rainy Day Ramblingshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05984216720423826256noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3523300192245025551.post-59692100271582008852012-08-13T13:52:38.837-04:002012-08-13T13:52:38.837-04:00I'm usually not a huge reader of contemporary ...I'm usually not a huge reader of contemporary YA (though that is changing day by day), but I don't think I can afford to miss this one! It sounds infinitely complex and fascinating and super character-driven which is something I need when reading, so I'm definitely going to be picking this one up. Absolutely stunning review Keertana!Jennyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14199685365145765394noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3523300192245025551.post-13348741651414626042012-08-13T13:40:48.530-04:002012-08-13T13:40:48.530-04:00Wow, this is an magnificent review! I read maybe 2...Wow, this is an magnificent review! I read maybe 20% of this book but put it down because I don't really enjoy issue books. However, your review is making me want to pick it back up again. I really love the way you described Speechlesss & hooray for POC characters. elenahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06098549352641704742noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3523300192245025551.post-49223339809399550922012-08-13T13:18:17.646-04:002012-08-13T13:18:17.646-04:00Your reviews never fail to impress, Keertana. I th...Your reviews never fail to impress, Keertana. I think this one may just be my favourite yet! The way you described Chelsea is reminding me of the reasons why I loved Saving June so much. Harrington never hesitates to create realistic characters, even if that makes them difficult to like at first. I love that about her writing and can't wait to start Speechless soon. I'm so glad you enjoyed it! :)Sam (Realm of Fiction)https://www.blogger.com/profile/04440380021875536125noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3523300192245025551.post-58159903362212725292012-08-13T12:28:44.580-04:002012-08-13T12:28:44.580-04:00Gosh, Keertana! Your review is absolutely enchanti...Gosh, Keertana! Your review is absolutely enchanting! <3 Just what I need to read before starting this book. x) You make this book sounds very good! And I heard good things about the casts too, especially the best friend, Asha! She seems like such a sweet, wonderful character I'm going to love! <3<br /><br />Beautiful review, Keertana! I can't wait to meet Chelsea! :)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10224746396123025992noreply@blogger.com