Juliet, Naked is an enjoyable read that looks at the lives of a washed up rock star from the 80s, a man who is obsessed with the former rock star, and a woman who wonders how she fits in the picture and fears her life is going nowhere. The story line isn't earth-shattering, but it's comfortable and recognizable to those of us who have lived long enough to look back and wonder how we ended up where we are.

While the book started out a little slow, I found myself smiling and looking forward to my reading time to find out how the muddled lives of the characters were turning out. (Maybe if things turn out OK for them in their banal lives, so will all of ours?! ;)
If you're a realist and an avid reader, I think you'll like it. If you're not an avid reader and pretty picky about what you read when you find the time, this book really isn't for you. I'm just being honest. I know a lot of people who might find this book a bit depressing or would prefer to read something that takes them out of the reality of their every day lives. This book makes you look at every day life, and what makes us all human. It's a good book, but I'm aware it isn't for everyone.
Oh, and one last thing...
My post on facebook this morning said:
I hate it when I find myself reading a book that makes me remember something I'd be better off to forget, but...I still really like the book.
Yes, reading is a two-edged sword...
Just so you know, this wasn't the book I was talking about. I had already written the draft for this post before I started another book last night. I prefer to write about a book as soon as I finish it unless "mulling it over" time is needed. It wasn't needed with Juliet, Naked and, once I was finished with it, I jumped right into another book.
I was wondering about your facebook comment. The blog about this book and your post didn't exactly mesh. :) Looking forward to hearing about the book the post was written for.
ReplyDeleteFunny you should say that, Laura, because...I am just about to finish that particular book and can't decide if I should blog about it or not. I wouldn't want to reveal TOO much about the inner workings of my mind, now, would I?! ;)
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