Midnight's Children: A Novel
by Salman Rushdie
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Book Reviews of Midnight's Children: A Novel
Book Review: Amazing, but very long
Summary: 4 Stars
This truly is an amazing piece of literature, but its impact gets bogged down a bit by its length and the overwhelming amount of detail (though that seems to be part of the point). I'm not much of a history buff, but I did enjoy learning more about India's recent history from Saleem's perspective. When I finished the novel, I was physically and mentally exhausted, more glad to be done than anything else, but, despite that, I am very glad to have read it. The story itself is not boring, but it does take a lot of time to get through, so I would not recommend reading this when you are particularly stressed or hurried (as I did), because you won't be able to get through it.Book Review: exquisitely imaginative
Summary: 5 Stars
im not a wordsmith and will not be able to do this book justice.
the first few chapters are jumpy and staccato and difficult to read. once past this initial investment, rushdie unfurls a rich and complex story. as i continue to read, it seems the main character transitions from the current to the next... as the story unfolds offspring to offspring, generation to generation. of course this is all weaved with history in the kashmir region... delightfully vivid and imaginative. my favorite book so far
Book Review: Wicked Sense of Humor
Summary: 5 Stars
Oh, my goodness. What do I say about this? It's such a rich, excellently written story with lots of interesting action and characters. Bonus: Rushdie has a wicked wicked WICKED sense of humor. And, did I say that the writing is to die for? Envy the size of an elephant inhabited my body as I was reading this ... however, it didn't take any pleasure away from the reading of it. Okay, I'm gonna get bossy now: Put it on your to-do list.
Book Review: Book Club Bail Out
Summary: 3 Stars
The length and density of Midnight's Children was too much for 50% of my family and friends book club. Non-finishers included both 30-somethings and 60-somethings. Those of us who persevered found the book enriching and enlightening. The writing style and vocabulary were discouraging to the more concrete readers in the group. I will read another of his books someday, but I will not recommend it for book club!Book Review: Not a quick read
Summary: 4 Stars
Midnight's Children is in essence a history of Modern India told through the life of one boy/man. It is a dense read and throughout its 500 some pages, there are no pauses in the development of the magical realist plot. It's a great book that will be an enjoyable read for anyone intersted in international politics, religion, sociology, history, or simple human nature.