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Poor Deer
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Incredible! What an absolutely STUNNING work of fiction! I loved Oshetshy’s first novel�Chouette—which won acclaim and several awards, and I’m sure the same is in store for Poor Deer. The author has an immense talent and, hopefully, she’ll continue putting it to use!!
I admit I can get too deeply immersed in the books I read and, this time, I truly wish I hadn’t. I was constantly “on edge�. In fact, I had to check its ŷ page because, in addition to Fiction, Magical Realism, Literary Fiction, I was certain I’d see the Horror genre listed, too! I did not. But there certainly were several horrifying moments! I kept sensing Poor Deer about ready to pounce, but then, I perceived her as far more menacing than she’d been described. And even as Margaret began to think she might forgive herself some day, I could still feel that Poor Deer’s presence. Is it possible I have my own Poor Deer?😟
5 “Guilt: the Gift that Keeps on Giving� stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐�
I admit I can get too deeply immersed in the books I read and, this time, I truly wish I hadn’t. I was constantly “on edge�. In fact, I had to check its ŷ page because, in addition to Fiction, Magical Realism, Literary Fiction, I was certain I’d see the Horror genre listed, too! I did not. But there certainly were several horrifying moments! I kept sensing Poor Deer about ready to pounce, but then, I perceived her as far more menacing than she’d been described. And even as Margaret began to think she might forgive herself some day, I could still feel that Poor Deer’s presence. Is it possible I have my own Poor Deer?😟
5 “Guilt: the Gift that Keeps on Giving� stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐�
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April 25, 2023
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Mar 07, 2024 02:24AM
Are you just loving it? (I hope I hope!)
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Debbie wrote: "Are you just loving it? (I hope I hope!)"YES! I loved it!!
Glad you loved this one, Jodi! I can't say I was a fan of Chouette but glad it worked for you!
Jen CANADA wrote: "Glad you loved this one, Jodi! I can't say I was a fan of Chouette but glad it worked for you!"Thanks Jen! I liked this one even more than Chouette! It's the kind of book that stays with you.
Brilliant review, Jodi! You have such a vivid imagination, anticipating a Poor Deer attack! That cracks me up, picturing you on the edge of your seat, expecting horrors! LOL, well, I realize that it wasn’t fun for you, but after the fact and as an observer, it’s pretty funny! We are so in sync with this book! I’m in love with this author’s writing. And I feel lucky that she’s a part of the GR community because we also get the benefit of her recs and comments. And yes, I think you might have a Poor Deer! I sure hope not, though—you don’t want to be looking in corners for the boogeyman for the rest of your days!
Btw, I pictured Poor Deer as a guy. I noticed a couple reviewers referred to Poor Deer as a she. What about you?
Debbie wrote: "Brilliant review, Jodi! You have such a vivid imagination, anticipating a Poor Deer attack! That cracks me up, picturing you on the edge of your seat, expecting horrors! LOL, well, I realize that i..."I thought it was a 'he' at first, but Margaret kept referring to 'her'. And that makes sense, really, as it's her guilty conscience, right?
Good one Jodi, looking forward to reading it. Thanks.
John wrote: "Good one Jodi, looking forward to reading it. Thanks."Thanks John! Glad to hear you'll be reading it. I hope you enjoy it, too!
After just finishing Poor Deer, I have to agree with your last sentence! you really captured the menacing atmosphere in your review, Jodi!
switterbug (Betsey) wrote: "After just finishing Poor Deer, I have to agree with your last sentence! you really captured the menacing atmosphere in your review, Jodi!"Thank you so much, Betsey!! I'm glad we both really enjoyed the book!!
