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I think if you posted that (or something like it) people would reply to it. Darth_Katie Send a noteboard - 12/01/2010 05:08:53 AM
because there are things to discuss in "pleasure" fantasy. No, you can't spend hours dicussing them, but there are themes, there is depth. But when you're scoffed at for even presenting it, it totally shuts you down.

For example, one of my favorite books to talk about is Kushiel's Legacy. I really like the version of our world she created. I really like discussing the implications on history, cultural development, and how different tiny plot bits she drops here and there contribute to the big picture (in all respects).

But I would never open such a thread here. Why? Because it would either be ignored or scoffed at.


I've never read any of Carey's stuff ... but those kinds of discussions (implications on history, cultural development, plot devices, narrative techniques, etc etc) are ones I like, and I'm willing to be that a lot of other people would participate too. There are very clearly a lot of people who frequent this board who are intelligent fantasy fans. And anyway, you never know until you try. :)
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The Count of Monte Cristo was a terrible choice for a book discussion. Tom - 09/01/2010 07:41:01 PM 1503 Views
Hey, now (copy/paste) Camilla - 09/01/2010 07:48:56 PM 1051 Views
People should think about these things before recommending books. Tom - 09/01/2010 08:13:10 PM 1072 Views
Which is why I voted for Bulgakov's M & M. The Shrike - 09/01/2010 10:56:00 PM 1139 Views
Agreed. Madame Bovary is serious literature. Tom - 10/01/2010 01:02:34 AM 1000 Views
Are you nuts!!?? Milla - 10/01/2010 08:37:47 AM 1154 Views
I wanted to do that too. Ghavrel - 10/01/2010 01:24:42 AM 900 Views
It's bloody marvellous. *NM* Rebekah - 10/01/2010 08:05:47 AM 433 Views
Our next discussions will have preselected options. Jacob - 10/01/2010 01:00:59 AM 1063 Views
I heartily support the move from democracy to oligarchy! Tom - 10/01/2010 01:04:13 AM 993 Views
I agree. Rebekah - 10/01/2010 08:01:33 AM 1001 Views
I disagree slightly Larry - 09/01/2010 09:07:12 PM 943 Views
Well, by that standard a Jackie Collins novel is worthy of debate. Tom - 10/01/2010 01:08:04 AM 999 Views
I think you misunderstand my intent Larry - 10/01/2010 01:10:57 AM 1056 Views
You poopyhead! Tom - 10/01/2010 01:19:11 AM 1094 Views
Oh, I almost forgot Larry - 10/01/2010 01:11:50 AM 993 Views
Ooh...I'd love to hear them!!! What did Eco say to trash Dumas? *NM* Tom - 10/01/2010 01:19:43 AM 375 Views
Here's the French translation from Eco's work on supermen Larry - 10/01/2010 01:39:28 AM 1059 Views
I love it. Strangely enough, though, he wrote an introduction to the book. Tom - 10/01/2010 01:54:24 AM 921 Views
Not really strange as Eco has long been fascinated by this book DomA - 11/01/2010 05:01:56 PM 948 Views
Did he mention it in his book on ugliness? Tom - 11/01/2010 05:12:55 PM 836 Views
Re: Did he mention it in his book on ugliness? DomA - 11/01/2010 05:52:29 PM 1161 Views
I like Eco's distinction between light fiction and literature. Tom - 12/01/2010 04:16:38 PM 1055 Views
Re: Here's the French translation from Eco's work on supermen DomA - 11/01/2010 03:49:15 PM 1044 Views
That's fascinating. Of course, I disagree with Eco's praise. Tom - 11/01/2010 05:12:25 PM 869 Views
Re: That's fascinating. Of course, I disagree with Eco's praise. DomA - 11/01/2010 06:22:24 PM 1141 Views
I agree that abridging it would not work well. Tom - 12/01/2010 04:06:26 PM 1022 Views
In which case... Jacob - 12/01/2010 05:22:34 PM 830 Views
Yes Camilla - 13/01/2010 07:56:08 PM 1117 Views
Not really. Tom - 15/01/2010 01:18:10 PM 1255 Views
I think there are plenty of things that can be discussed. Rebekah - 09/01/2010 10:00:06 PM 1199 Views
Discussed and put to rest in 5 minutes or less, perhaps. Tom - 10/01/2010 01:17:02 AM 1062 Views
Depends on who you are, one would imagine. Rebekah - 10/01/2010 08:16:11 AM 1117 Views
<pretentious>Well, why should we cater to the lowest common denominator? Tom - 11/01/2010 02:17:03 AM 1019 Views
Heh. Rebekah - 11/01/2010 07:49:47 AM 919 Views
I'd laugh... LadyLorraine - 11/01/2010 07:21:38 PM 797 Views
Tom is the primary reason I want an ignore feature again. lord-of-shadow - 12/01/2010 02:17:29 AM 835 Views
I'm glad to hear that. *NM* Tom - 12/01/2010 04:17:30 PM 370 Views
And so you've reached this decision about Tom... Raserei - 18/01/2010 10:10:44 PM 1006 Views
I don't get that. Well, of course I do from Tom, but let's put him aside for this discussion. Ghavrel - 12/01/2010 03:35:21 AM 1112 Views
It's frustrating though... LadyLorraine - 12/01/2010 04:18:37 AM 1072 Views
I think if you posted that (or something like it) people would reply to it. Darth_Katie - 12/01/2010 05:08:53 AM 1076 Views
Perhaps. LadyLorraine - 12/01/2010 05:26:38 AM 794 Views
Given the people who have read the Kushiel books, I think you'd be pleasantly surprised. Ghavrel - 12/01/2010 05:58:33 AM 854 Views
I was mostly just giving an example. LadyLorraine - 12/01/2010 06:14:04 AM 964 Views
You're not. Legolas - 12/01/2010 02:16:09 PM 920 Views
Her next series sounds interesting LadyLorraine - 12/01/2010 02:20:17 PM 787 Views
It does, but the reviews I've seen aren't too enthusiastic. Legolas - 12/01/2010 02:29:26 PM 829 Views
Yes, but how so? LadyLorraine - 12/01/2010 02:39:59 PM 928 Views
Well... Elaine - 13/01/2010 07:03:08 PM 993 Views
Honestly... Legolas - 13/01/2010 07:51:14 PM 970 Views
Absolutely. Elaine - 14/01/2010 12:55:00 PM 1114 Views
Re: Absolutely. Legolas - 14/01/2010 01:57:47 PM 943 Views
In short, not a good name for a daughter. At least not one with an interest in Classics. Ghavrel - 15/01/2010 05:32:35 AM 920 Views
I'm staying far, far away from Seneca. Legolas - 15/01/2010 02:01:49 PM 1172 Views
Ah, yes. The Apocolocyntosis. Possibly the least amusing humor ever penned. I hate Seneca. *NM* Ghavrel - 16/01/2010 02:14:32 AM 352 Views
ah i didn't realize it was already out LadyLorraine - 13/01/2010 11:44:53 PM 754 Views
'tis. Elaine - 14/01/2010 12:56:11 PM 1158 Views
I really don't think it would. Rebekah - 12/01/2010 07:49:32 AM 988 Views
I have tried before. LadyLorraine - 12/01/2010 01:59:24 PM 895 Views
If it is well-written and defends the value of the book, I don't see why you shouldn't post it. Tom - 12/01/2010 05:12:58 PM 1068 Views
That's bullshit Larry - 12/01/2010 11:12:55 PM 1026 Views
True, true. Rebekah - 16/01/2010 08:54:16 AM 726 Views
Luckily for you... Larry - 16/01/2010 08:59:23 AM 1118 Views
Re: "Omigod you read light fantasy?" Raserei - 18/01/2010 10:04:41 PM 1205 Views
Har. *NM* Raserei - 18/01/2010 10:03:31 PM 535 Views
I'm quite enjoying it. Nebhead - 09/01/2010 10:40:30 PM 950 Views
A kid's book of adventure doesn't translate into a good book club discussion. Tom - 10/01/2010 01:21:11 AM 871 Views
I have to agree LadyLorraine - 11/01/2010 12:36:55 AM 1012 Views
How did you find deeper meaning (pun intended) in 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea? *NM* Tom - 11/01/2010 02:17:55 AM 381 Views
It was half bullshit, you must understand LadyLorraine - 11/01/2010 03:59:42 PM 886 Views
Come on, there is lovely tragedy there... jh - 13/01/2010 07:32:49 PM 851 Views
I am pleased to be referenced in a cross-board discussion. *NM* Raserei - 18/01/2010 09:29:45 PM 503 Views
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