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Stupid computers. I would have loved to read that review.

I loved this book. I recommended it to a friend who I was sure would love it as well--she worked in a hospital, was obsessed with the Titanic, etc. And. she. hated. it. Never explained why, just gave it back to me, visibly angry, and told me never to recommend another book to her. Needless to say, the friendship didn't last, but I'm still perplexed by her reaction.

Tracy wrote: "Stupid computers. I would have loved to read that review."

Stupid computers, not letting me know that someone commented. Probably the review wasn't that good, but I would also like to read it. Sigh.

Susan wrote: "I loved this book. I recommended it to a friend who I was sure would love it as well--she worked in a hospital, was obsessed with the Titanic, etc. And. she. hated. it. Never explained why, just ga..."

Lots of people can't stand the whole muddle bit that Willis conveys so well. Too well?

I don't know. I've been married 30 years and the Spouse and I fail at surprises for one another more than half the time. That's one reason I've never cared for making or accepting specific recommendations on GR.

Sorry you're vexed. What an excellent word.

Susan: Is your friend is religious? I have loved all of the other Connie Willis books I've read. But this one was difficult because she treats religion so badly. I have friends of many different faiths and no faith. But I don't tell them they are stupid to believe what they believe. That's the impression I got from this book. But it has been a long time since I read it, so my impression may be faulty.

Elisabeth wrote: "Sorry you're vexed. What an excellent word.

Susan: Is your friend is religious? I have loved all of the other Connie Willis books I've read. But this one was difficult because she treats religion ..."

Interesting. I've always viewed Willis as very clearly and unapologetically Christian. I never got any sort of general swipe at religion, just at a certain sort of person. I'll be looking at it anew next time I read it.

Yes, I always thought she was Christian from her work. When I talked to her once, I found out she is Unitarian, which is kind of like Christian-light. Some Unitarians don't even believe in God or Jesus.

And you're right, she doesn't take a general swipe at religion. But I think she does indicate that the particular kind of Christian in the book is stupid not to be more open-minded. And many people may agree! But it came across as very judgmental to me at the time.

Perhaps Susan's friend also felt that way. Whenever you write a book about near-death experiences, someone is bound to be offended!

Elisabeth wrote: "Yes, I always thought she was Christian from her work. When I talked to her once, I found out she is Unitarian, which is kind of like Christian-light. Some Unitarians don't even believe in God or J..."

I'm horrible because your thoughtful comment has inspired a string of terrible jokes in my head. Suffice it to say my thoughts could guarantee everyone is offended.

I really do want to know why Susan's friend was offended, but I also expect that if it were explained ro me I'd be going, "Really? That?" Because often I miss the point.