Hi
all! It's time for those weekend blog hops once again!
If you own an eBook, would you also purchase a print copy?
There might be many factors at play with this question. Generally, no. However, if the book was part of a series and I ended up getting other volumes from that series in print, then I might want to complete the set. The only other time I've ended up with both is if I received the eBook as a free ARC and loved it so much I wanted a print copy for my shelf (especially if it was a NetGalley ARC, as those expire). Outside of such situations, though, I don't have the money to buy the same book twice.
Opening sentence:If we were to enter by night the main square of a small town, let's call it Kükenstadt, in Lower Saxony (judging by the architecture and the signs above the shops lining the square), we would find the atomosphere typical of such towns after midnight.
From page 56:
Marie-Sophie was afraid he would order her to go and shovel coke and entrust the cook, or goodness knows who else, with the task of nursing the invalid, which was unthinkable.
My Current ReadSjón
Jósef Loewe can recall the moment of his birth in August, 1962 and everything that has happened since - or so he claims to the woman listening to the tale of his life...
A love story
He begins with his father, Leo, a starving Jewish fugitive in World War II Germany. In a small-town guesthouse, Leo discovers a kindred spirit in the maid who nurses him back to health; together they shape a piece of clay into a baby.
A crime story
Leo escapes to Iceland with the clay boy inside a hatbox, only to become embroiled in a murder mystery. It is not until 1962 that his son Jósef can be born.
A science-fiction story
In modern-day Reykjavík, a middle-aged Jósef attracts the interest of a rapacious geneticist. Now, what lies behind Jósef's tale emerges. And as the story of genesis comes full circle, we glimpse the dangerous path ahead for humankind.
In this epic novel, Sjón has woven ancient and modern material into a singular masterpiece - encompassing genre fiction, history, theology, folklore, expressionist film, poetry, comic strips, myth, drama and, of course, the rich tradition of Icelandic storytelling.
Sounds like a very interesting read, one that seems to be well-written. I added you to the linky but hope you will still come by! Happy weekend, stay safe!
ReplyDeleteThanks Freda. You too!
DeleteFascinating! Thanks for sharing, and now I want to know more. Here's mine: “CRIME SCENE”
ReplyDeleteThanks for the visit, Laurel.
DeleteI think I'll have to add that to my tbr.
ReplyDeleteHope you enjoy it if you try it. This was not my favourite of his books, but I do like his writing.
DeleteLove how it's a love, crime and SF story! Great choice.
ReplyDeleteHere is my Friday Post. Stay well!
Thanks for the visit!
DeleteWow! This book is right up my alley! Adding it to my TBR list ;)
ReplyDeleteKonna @ The Reading Armchair
Hope you enjoy it, Konna.
DeleteThis sounds really interesting. I hadn't seen it before. Thanks for sharing! :)
ReplyDeleteThanks for the visit, Ashley.
DeleteIt can be a complex question, Nicki, I agree. My short answer to this week's BBH question is generally no. However, if I've read an ebook by a favourite author that I'd like to get signed one day then yes! 💜😊
ReplyDeleteI hope you enjoy the rest of your week, Nicki, stay safe and healthy.
Here's my BBH Post
Flora x
Yes, for signings print is definitely still the easier option.
DeleteTake Care too!
Money definitely plays a factor even when I may be considering buying a favorite in physical form that I have in e-format. But these days if I am to buy a book I already own in that situation, it will definitely be a favorite.
ReplyDeleteCoDex 1962 sounds so interesting! I would be interested in trying it. I hope you have a great week.
Thanks for stopping by!
DeleteSounds like an interesting story. I didn't realize Netgalley ARCs expire! Yikes! Hahaha.... Not like I have time to re-read much ;) Thanks for sharing.
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