tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1019785638850450889.post5053524123628523369..comments2024-03-01T22:20:57.445+00:00Comments on The Readers Den: Review: The Lost Girl by Sangu MandannaJasprithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11346050783201302967noreply@blogger.comBlogger26125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1019785638850450889.post-61784933600096963772013-02-15T00:17:43.431+00:002013-02-15T00:17:43.431+00:00I'm glad you enjoyed this one so much, Jasprit...I'm glad you enjoyed this one so much, Jasprit! I've heard such amazing things about it, I can't wait to read it myself. I have a copy, I just need to find it. It's... somewhere... *searches entire house* And yay for strong secondary characters!! It seems that's a rarity as of late. Lovely review, Jasprit!<br /><br />Also, I ADORE the new blog design. Blythe Harrishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09017061225288032634noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1019785638850450889.post-47221284149889438322013-02-14T14:52:24.637+00:002013-02-14T14:52:24.637+00:00I came across this one the other day and added it ...I came across this one the other day and added it to my wishlist. Glad to hear that it's as good as it sounds! I have to get a copy now ☺Sarah Elizabethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18418033838719329918noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1019785638850450889.post-41439967267163186122013-02-13T22:21:05.620+00:002013-02-13T22:21:05.620+00:00I'm so glad that you loved this one, so did I ...I'm so glad that you loved this one, so did I :)Michelle Fluttering Butterflieshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08793681725475475156noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1019785638850450889.post-3871955197427730602013-02-13T21:21:48.948+00:002013-02-13T21:21:48.948+00:00I'm so pleased you enjoyed this one. I know my...I'm so pleased you enjoyed this one. I know myself and Jessica loved the concept of it through the Frankenstein! I loved Sean and his green eyes! And how he made Eva feel like a normal person! This is by far one of my favourites reads of 2013 so far! Lovely review, Jasprit! And I love the new design! :) Emmahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17409669758470666840noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1019785638850450889.post-6464680515101718992013-02-13T06:39:05.485+00:002013-02-13T06:39:05.485+00:00Jasprittttt~ we still haven't found a book tha...Jasprittttt~ we still haven't found a book that we can both fangirl over...I've been meaning to read this since I heard about it last year BUT I STILL HAVEN'T READ IT. WHY!?!?!? hehee just so I made good on my promise to stalk your blog and write reviews for the books you've read so we can both gush over them, I'm going to find a copy of this ASAP and read it immediately<3 I haven't read a single negative review for this so far, so I think I'll enjoy it heaps! :) Lovely review, Jasprit <3Shirleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15660299375972501570noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1019785638850450889.post-12854121028700135562013-02-13T03:02:48.938+00:002013-02-13T03:02:48.938+00:00The whole concept of reading about echoes in revie...The whole concept of reading about echoes in reviews of The Lost Girl fascinates me so much. I'm basing this opinion on reviews since I have yet to read the book myself (but I am now number 1 on my library wait list, so I plan on being able to read it very soon!), I just don't understand how creating exact clones of your deceased loved one would make families feel better. Wouldn't it be more painful? I am curious to see how Mandanna addressed this concern! I am very glad to hear that the secondary character are also strong - while the protagonist is really what makes or breaks a book for me, secondary characters also do breath life into books in other ways. So glad you already found one of your favorite books of 2013, Jasprit! I have a feeling that I'll be able to say the same once I read the book.Amandahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03052456915027241479noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1019785638850450889.post-87306664005238623622013-02-12T23:24:21.321+00:002013-02-12T23:24:21.321+00:00This is probably a lesser-known novel that, I feel...This is probably a lesser-known novel that, I feel, has been getting mostly positive reviews and attention from bloggers lately, and it’s really been catching my interest. I really do love the concept of Echoes and I’d be interested to read more about how that whole system works, and the way you tell it in your review, Jasprit, it sounds like the author did a really good job with the set-up of the plot. Renae @ Respiring Thoughtshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01269581772628307546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1019785638850450889.post-14835631845787093042013-02-12T21:49:32.200+00:002013-02-12T21:49:32.200+00:00I can't wait to get my hands on this one, I th...I can't wait to get my hands on this one, I think I'm going to order myself a proper paper copy too. It sounds really good and it seems to remind me of the film The Island a little with it's concept of "doubles" or in this case "echoes". <br /><br />I'm so thrilled to hear the book has brilliant secondary characters. I have to admit secondary characters really make and break novels for me. I think they're one of my favourite elements of a novel to make it built up around more than just two people. <br /><br />Lovely review, Jasprit! Glad you enjoy this one so much. Livvyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17441931016080817720noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1019785638850450889.post-90741864951134324632013-02-12T19:36:01.048+00:002013-02-12T19:36:01.048+00:00I tore through this one too. I loved Eva and was c...I tore through this one too. I loved Eva and was caught up in her character. Love the new look of the blog btw. <br />Happy reading,<br /> Brandi @ <a href="http://blkosiner.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">Blkosiner’s Book Blog</a><br />brandileigh2003https://www.blogger.com/profile/01669251993917961293noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1019785638850450889.post-51195537043738979092013-02-12T19:18:49.428+00:002013-02-12T19:18:49.428+00:00I like that Eva is a resilient echo. I'll have...I like that Eva is a resilient echo. I'll have to find myself a copy of the book. Thanks for the review, Jasprit :)Henrietta @ Leisure Readshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15923185503681492201noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1019785638850450889.post-40664306433983948352013-02-12T19:16:50.980+00:002013-02-12T19:16:50.980+00:00Yay for strong secondary characters! I love when t...Yay for strong secondary characters! I love when the supporting cast is as memorable and interesting as the main characters, it just makes the story feel that much richer. I've had this one on my list for a while but wasn't sure if I really wanted to read it, but now I don't think I have a choice. Can't wait Jasprit!Jennyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14199685365145765394noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1019785638850450889.post-52154319351016141632013-02-12T18:09:00.648+00:002013-02-12T18:09:00.648+00:00First of all I love the new blog design it is gorg...First of all I love the new blog design it is gorgeous! Awesome review Jas I loved this one too and really hope Sangu writes a sequel! Jesshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02384805896552240183noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1019785638850450889.post-68852744205994882872013-02-12T17:36:35.782+00:002013-02-12T17:36:35.782+00:00I am so, so, so, so happy that you loved this, Jas...I am so, so, so, so happy that you loved this, Jasprit! Made my top 10 list from 2012 too, I cried like a baby. :) Lovely review! I can't wait for more books from Sangu Mandanna, too.<br /><br />Wendy @ <a href="http://www.themidnightgarden.net/2013/02/fineswoon.html" rel="nofollow">The Midnight Garden</a>Wendy Darlinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13471461156849725177noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1019785638850450889.post-26404861282647245392013-02-12T17:17:42.023+00:002013-02-12T17:17:42.023+00:00This book sounds amazing! I think I need it!This book sounds amazing! I think I need it!Bystanderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12600291606916740623noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1019785638850450889.post-36995599490731296982013-02-12T16:11:09.752+00:002013-02-12T16:11:09.752+00:00I really should pick this up now, shouldn't I?...I really should pick this up now, shouldn't I? :) I didn't think I've read anything negative from my friends yet! It sounds like a brilliant début novel, and the premise especially has my attention. Great review, Jasprit!Sam (Realm of Fiction)https://www.blogger.com/profile/04440380021875536125noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1019785638850450889.post-14015500716147205402013-02-12T15:44:30.766+00:002013-02-12T15:44:30.766+00:00Love, love, love the review! I love secondary char...Love, love, love the review! I love secondary characters so I'm thrilled they were so amazing. Can't wait to read this :) <br /><br />Sunny @ <a href="http://blueskyshelf.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">Blue Sky Bookshelf</a>Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00343758249538361290noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1019785638850450889.post-59909483618822163482013-02-12T15:40:17.234+00:002013-02-12T15:40:17.234+00:00I loved this one too, I thought the writing was al...I loved this one too, I thought the writing was almost perfect and like you, I really enjoyed the secondary characters. It was the concept that I struggled with because I could never even imagine wanting to replace someone I'd just lost. <br />I have a feeling we'll be seeing many grat things from Mandanna. <br />Fantastic review, Jasprit!Maja (The Nocturnal Library)https://www.blogger.com/profile/14276646316400863181noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1019785638850450889.post-69755190226883854892013-02-12T15:38:21.962+00:002013-02-12T15:38:21.962+00:00By the way, I forgot to mention how much I lurrrrv...By the way, I forgot to mention how much I lurrrrve your new blog design! It is gorgeous and I can't stop staring at it! Amelia is amazing, isn't she?! :D Jessica@Booked Up!https://www.blogger.com/profile/03353937366316081066noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1019785638850450889.post-2701596557198999962013-02-12T15:37:02.131+00:002013-02-12T15:37:02.131+00:00A fantastic review, Jasprit! I loved The Lost Girl...A fantastic review, Jasprit! I loved The Lost Girl! It is also one of my favourites! I loved how Eva never took anything sitting down. She was always ready to fight for what she believed in, and that's why she has quickly become one of my top main characters.<br /><br />Sean was wonderful! I fell for him straightaway, especially at the "I brought milk..." scene :P Hilarious!<br /><br />I'm so glad you enjoyed this one, Jasprit! If I hadn't already fired through The Lost Girl, your wonderful review would have persuaded me to do so. :D Jessica@Booked Up!https://www.blogger.com/profile/03353937366316081066noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1019785638850450889.post-38685868777648716322013-02-12T13:27:17.761+00:002013-02-12T13:27:17.761+00:00All the reviews I've read for The Lost Girl ha...All the reviews I've read for The Lost Girl have been glowing. I love the concept, and the fact that the secondary characters are so strong makes me happy. So glad you enjoyed this, Jasprit. Lovely review! Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08355438390442316391noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1019785638850450889.post-77528205918325149842013-02-12T11:51:01.192+00:002013-02-12T11:51:01.192+00:00I've heard a lot of good things about this boo...I've heard a lot of good things about this book - I really need to get to it soon!<br /><br />Love the new blog look by the way - so pretty!Leanna Ellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17156147175772720617noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1019785638850450889.post-59591530163912061912013-02-12T11:29:47.001+00:002013-02-12T11:29:47.001+00:00I'm so glad you enjoyed this one, Jasprit! I w...I'm so glad you enjoyed this one, Jasprit! I was blown away by it and Sean completely stole my heart. I think it's one of my favorites, actually, because of how deeply I connected with the characters. Wonderful review, dearest!(:Keertanahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01071392026876644282noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1019785638850450889.post-16687519585503095092013-02-12T11:29:32.271+00:002013-02-12T11:29:32.271+00:00Great review, J! BTW I just noticed the new blog d...Great review, J! BTW I just noticed the new blog design and OMGOMGOMG it's gah-orgeous! I liked the old one too, but this is so pweety. :D Back to the book...I've heard so many good things about Sangu's debut and your glowing review is definitely one of the most enthusiastic ones I've read. I'm super excited to meet some of these fabulous characters you've been talking about. Lovely review as always, J! <3The Teen Book Guruhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16151732420326551011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1019785638850450889.post-24742596037970793102013-02-12T10:39:04.770+00:002013-02-12T10:39:04.770+00:00I wish you could see my face while reading your re...I wish you could see my face while reading your review!! I've seen this book around but this is the first review that I've read. It sounds so good!! I must add this to my list!! :) I hope I'll get to read it. Great review Jasprit :)Tanja - Tanychyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15084789780467257259noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1019785638850450889.post-73829578878792422172013-02-12T10:33:09.048+00:002013-02-12T10:33:09.048+00:00Sounds amazing! Interesting and unique concept ~ I...Sounds amazing! Interesting and unique concept ~ I'll be reading this one soon, for sure.. Thanks for sharing!<br /><br />Keely @ <a href="http://realmsofanopenmind.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">Realms of an Open Mind</a>Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02164717220897142489noreply@blogger.com