When I first started writing this blog, Hillary Wolfe mentioned she had started writing a book and when I asked what it was about she kindly sent me what she has. I've been trying to find the time to read this, I want to commit to it fully as I do.
I'll write about the first 2 chapters, as this is really all I've had the time to enjoy. I must say - INTRIGUING! I'm not very far into it, but as this is the only thing I'm reading right now (besides textbooks, of course) I wanted to start off my blogging about this book.
When I opened this document, I was confronted with something I wasn't at all used to - a design on the pages. I'll be honest, at first I didn't see how I was going to be able to focus on the content of the book with this distracting me. However, I was pleasantly surprised when it kept pulling me farther through the first couple chapters. While it is difficult to read some words, the design adds more than it takes away.
One thing I really like thus far are the unusual names. It's nice not having the norm for names and it makes you stop and think how those names came to be. I tend to remember books with odd names so I think this is definitely a plus.
Another thing I really like is how Ms. Wolfe sets up each scene. She does not leave any aspect out and you can clearly picture what's happening as you're reading. Some writers tend to leave this crucial aspect out and it leaves you wondering where the scene is taking place. This is not the case with Vamp.
The writing is easy to read and is clearly written, allowing you to flow easily from paragraph to paragraph. I can honestly say, this week on Spring Break, I will be breaking more into this book. Consider me hooked - I have to know what happens!
I realize I did not mention anything about the content of this book, however, as I'm not anywhere near close to finishing, I didn't want to guess what happens instead of knowing what happens. Hopefully, the next blog will be about the content instead of the mechanical aspect of this book.
We've definitely got a writer in this class!
I think that it is awesome that you are reading a classmate's book. It is also pretty cool that she is writing a book. I hope it turns out to be a good read for you. I know that you have be intrigued on what the book is about. I hope your break is a good one. It is always nice to hear about people writing and sending them to a friend or classmate to read.
ReplyDeleteThanks for taking the time to read my book Amanda =D! I've been trying to find a way to make the design more transparent so it is not blending in with the text. I'm glad that you are finding it an interesting read so far, it still needs work but it is slowly getting there.
ReplyDeleteIt is great to see how a class or a blog can bring people together. It proves that networking in such ways is possible, probable, and can be rewarding. It must be rewarding for Hillary to know that such an avid reader is taking pleasure in her writing. Hats off to both ladies.
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