Read Runners discussion

Oh no, I'm not abandoning the book for sure. I might use the stillness of the night to compose some songs dedicated to the culture of Arbonne.

*is still disappointed that Arbonne is a place and not a woman*

Hahahaha Sumit :P :P

@Manu - then why are you torturing these poor souls with Arbonne as a starter :P :P

@Vidya, don't blame me. they VOLUNTEERED:P:P:P

NO! I am asking you to do this very important thing for me.

And that is, drumroll please, ASK ME FOR UPDATES! :D

I've finally found some interest in this book and have read 4 chapters in the last 12 hours.

And now, I rely on you to threaten me to finish it and that too before July. Can you please do that? ^_^

I have read 6 chapters in the last.... 12 days... :D

@Jins: Oh, sure:):)

whats the updates Jins? what you read in these 4 chapters and what you like about them? Characters? Again GGK's writing??

Okay you two can tell me what you DIDN'T liked about the book so far??

Tsk tsk.. nadaan bacche.. You should have been intelligent like me and started with Lions... Manju is always right.. Don't you two know that... :P :P

Srividya wrote: "Tsk tsk.. nadaan bacche.. You should have been intelligent like me and started with Lions... Manju is always right.. Don't you two know that... :P :P"

thanks Vidya :) I always have everyone's best at heart :):)

I read that part where 'someone' got shot at and the identity of the shooter was found. It interested me quite a bit.

And GGK does have a very refined sort of writing. It goes over your head and even then you keep marvelling at the words. :P

Um the problem is... I'm only in chapter 8. .___. *runs for cover*

Jins Madam, are you typing an essay like Vidya? :P:P

I like the detail and dislike it too. GGK's visuals are complex and detailed, which makes them much more real. However, the downside is that noisy/distracting conditions aren't great for reading this book.

Also, reading around bedtime doesn't work for this one. I need to be fully alert to read and appreciate his work. So, hopefully the weekend will bring some respite. :)

What I didn't like. Um.. It can get confusing at times. Lots of details that seem unnecessary and too many characters. Getting into each person's mind can get a little tedious and in the next chapter you have to remember that it's another person narrating the story.

Also, haven't been getting a lot of time to read peacefully. Sorry Manju. :(

Shinjini wrote: "What I didn't like. Um.. It can get confusing at times. Lots of details that seem unnecessary and too many characters. Getting into each person's mind can get a little tedious and in the next chapt..."

Sounds a lot like 'Sorry Shaktimaan' :P

Sumit, I don't get the Shaktiman references. Don't really remember that show much. *hopes Sumit will not call her a bachha or worse shout blasphemy* ;_;

Shinjini wrote: "I read that part where 'someone' got shot at and the identity of the shooter was found. It interested me quite a bit.

And GGK does have a very refined sort of writing. It goes over your head and e..."

take your time Jins. its not good if you read it in a hurry or without attention, it definitely will go above head.

yeah but the part you're referring to is great and from that point onward story takes some great twist and turns :)

@Jins, you've having problem switching between different POVs??

Manju, I'm VERY interested now. I will have to finish this before July. Start threatening me already! :P

Sumit wrote: "I like the detail and dislike it too. GGK's visuals are complex and detailed, which makes them much more real. However, the downside is that noisy/distracting conditions aren't great for reading th..."

True, GGK's work demands your undivided attention :)

How about the characters? & the portrayal of women?

Manju wrote: "@Jins, you've having problem switching between different POVs??"

I was having that problem. Now, not as much.

I quite like the way women are portrayed here. Don't like how the men react to it by the way. What's the problem if women show a little authority?

I like the character development. However, I'm presuming that the women aren't just eye candy and will go on to play more important roles later.

Sumit, which chapter are you in?

I'm only on chapter II. :(

Was kidding earlier about having finished a lot of chapters. But, this weekend, this book will be my top priority.

Switching between POVs can be a little difficult for the first time GGK readers but once you get over it is beautiful. specially the way he describe how his characters think.

I felt the same way about how Gorhaut's people treat women. but then I think how they treat women in our own country.

Sumit wrote: "I like the character development. However, I'm presuming that the women aren't just eye candy and will go on to play more important roles later."

Not only this book Sumit but in every other book too, women are not eye candy. They play vital and important roles. they are simple yet so strong.

& thats one of the reason that I like him so much

@Jins, come here and update your thoughts after finishing each chapter and we'll discuss them. Hope that will motivate Sumit to read this book :)

Oh thank God. Sumit is behind me. Rejoice! :P

Yes Manju, he does describe that beautifully. :)

And it's true. I was likening that situation with our country's treatment towards women as well. Very saddening. The only plus is that it's not as bad as described in the book about Gorhaut. But that isn't something to be happy about. :(

Shinjini wrote: "Oh thank God. Sumit is behind me. Rejoice! :P

Yes Manju, he does describe that beautifully. :)

And it's true. I was likening that situation with our country's treatment towards women as well. Ver..."

true, may be people are more educated these days that treatment of women is not as gruesome as it used to be.

but please come with every chapter update.

*wonders whether I should join this frenzy given that they are still beginning* *thinks no I already have too many books* *resists all temptation, despite temptation being really strong* *runs away*

Srividya wrote: "*wonders whether I should join this frenzy given that they are still beginning* *thinks no I already have too many books* *resists all temptation, despite temptation being really strong* *runs away*"

Vidya you can read this but please first finish Lions :D:D

Manju wrote: "@Jins, come here and update your thoughts after finishing each chapter and we'll discuss them. Hope that will motivate Sumit to read this book :)"

I'm motivated already, Manju. Just that I need a bit of time and peace to do justice to GGK's imagination.

But yes, I like books with strong female protagonists, especially if they brave a few odds to demand their rightful places in society.

@Manu - Lions first then Tigana and only then will I read Arbonne.. :D :D

Alright Manju. You keep threatening me. I am determined to finish it by this month. But you must ask for updates the moment you see me so I stop GRing and go read. :P

Srividya wrote: "@Manu - Lions first then Tigana and only then will I read Arbonne.. :D :D"

Lions & Tigana will drain you emotionally :):)

Shinjini wrote: "Alright Manju. You keep threatening me. I am determined to finish it by this month. But you must ask for updates the moment you see me so I stop GRing and go read. :P"

Yes Ma'am. your word is my command. will do that :):)

Manju wrote: "Srividya wrote: "@Manu - Lions first then Tigana and only then will I read Arbonne.. :D :D"

Lions & Tigana will drain you emotionally :):)"

Don't do this to me Manu.. i am holding you responsible for making me read both this year.... :) PS I think I have spammed enough here.. will stop :) Lets continue this discussion on our own BR thread :) :)

@Shin: how many chapter you read yesterday?

Only 1. I'm ashamed. ;_;

But I'm reading now. Will try to complete 2 chapters today at least. :)

Shinjini wrote: "Only 1. I'm ashamed. ;_;

But I'm reading now. Will try to complete 2 chapters today at least. :)"

its okay. you're reading thats what makes me happy :)

so what was in that chapter?

Oh I think it was about the meeting of Blaise, Arriane, Signe and Bertran meeting if I'm right?

Yes the very same. And the Midsummer traditions.

Now, I'm in the Autumn part of the book. :) With Rosala and Galbert de Garsenc having a fight.

This Galbert person is evil. I don't like him. >:(

Oh that part is great too and one of the most vital event of the book.

I like Rosala very much after this. Living among these women haters she has tremendous courage to stand in front of Galbert. As much as I love Rosala, I hate her husband with equal contempt.

Same here but he is an important character as he is the very root of evil. His hatred for women and people who treat women respectfully makes me want to kill him myself.

Yes, Rosala really seems very sane and courageous at the same time. Living in Gorhaut and still having a voice of her own, it's commendable.

I'd like to know what he does in the future but he really is vile. Taking pleasure in injuring a woman who is expecting, threatening to take the unborn son away or if it's a daughter to do as he pleases with her at a later date, is really awful. It makes me glad that Rosala actually stood up to him.

Any progress Shin & Sumit?

Almost finished chapter 11. Hope to finish chapter 14 by tomorrow.

*wonders why June has only 30 days*

so how is it? specially Rosala?

I love Rosala's courage. I still can't fathom how she thought of escaping to Arbonne and defy her husband's family by naming her son after her own father. Ultimate act of defiance! I'm proud of her!

Too many spoilers coming through. :( also, how many chapters does the paperback version have?

yeah, I was shocked when I'd read that part. hats off to GGK for creating such wonderful female characters who shows so much courage and confidence in a male dominated world.

Sorry sorry! I completely forgot about you. :P

Not sure. E-book here.

I DID IT! I FINISHED IT! Wow, I feel on top of the world right now. I was up till 5.30 in the morning, trying to finish this book. And I did it! :D

P.S- Beat you, Sumit. :P