Avis sur le produitLife of Pi : A Novel by Yann Martel (2003, Trade Paperback)

Full of adventure and suspenseful...

A wonderful gripping and suspenseful tale of adventure ala Kon Tiki style. The first few chapters do drag just a bit, but it was necessary for the author to explain Pi's background, beliefs, family, etc. in order for us to understand the main character in his time of diress during his shipwreck voyage. After that, I literally could not put the book down. I had to find out how Pi managed to survive after many months at sea with a tiger. I really liked how the author wrote some chapters in italics, which would indicate a "flash forward" moment when Pi was a much older man. It gave us just a glimpse of how he fared years later. Pi was a very likable character. Very funny in some places and his way of thinking. The back of the book also has book club discussion questions, so would be a perfect choice. Another recommended read to your summer reading list. 5 stars*****Lire l'avis complet...

eh...not yet impressed

One of my good friends suggested I read Life Of Pi. He insisted it was fabulous, had great thoughts, and that I would love it. Now, it might just be one of those books that starts off kind of slow, or maybe it's just not my cup of tea. But after completing the first book (it's separated into three books), I'm still not feeling it. I'm going to force myself to read the rest, but it's definitely not one of those books I just can't put down. I'll try to remember to write another review once I complete the novel to let you know if it improves. It's well written and does include interesting information, I just feel that it's dragging on. However, I am confident that it will improve, which is why I'm not giving up on it completely.Lire l'avis complet...

The book has a lot of writing in it, too much to be able to use it. I will have to get a different copy.

The book has a lot of writing in it, too much to be able to use it. I will have to get a different copy.

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Life of Pi by Yann Martel (2003)

This was an excellent book; well written with culturally appropriate details reminiscent of India. The author has the uncanny ability to grafically capture the mind and heart of the main character; the end is shocking, surprising and leaves one with a sense of uncertainty about what is the real story in the book (there are two plots). The book was recommended to me by a friend and I highly recommend it.Lire l'avis complet...

A must read

I enjoyed the movie, and I thoroughly enjoyed the Broadway Play but I wanted to go further into the Life of Pi and the only way in doing so was to read the book. I am not disappointed at all. The book has given me a lot to think about concerning acceptance, diversity, kindness, and humanity. I totally recommend it.Lire l'avis complet...

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Life of Pi by Yann Martel

This book was recommended to me by a very well-read friend and critic of mine. I read few books and typically only those that interest me.
I thoroughly enjoyed not only the story of "Life of Pi," but also the many beautifully descriptive analogies that brought the story to life time and time again.
If you have a weak stomach, you may not enjoy "Life of Pi" since a majority of the story is about Pi's survival on the Pacific Ocean and contains several descripitive accounts of gore as the animals eat each other. The book, however, is definitely worth the read and that should not deter you.Lire l'avis complet...

Slow start, but definitely interested!

Even though I have not finished the book, so far the author's details are a great reading. I enjoy learning about the main character and what has lead to his amazing journey. The first few chapters are a little slow but are full of knowledge!Lire l'avis complet...

The story of life that will open yours

This book is a once in a lifetime experience that gets you questioning from different perspectives of what your lofes worth really is and what it really means to have a life and a soul.

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Just couldnt get into it

I just couldnt get into this book. I tried and read up until page 102 out of 326. So I did get a 3rd of the way. Once the tiger got dropped into the boat I was done. As others reviewed it does drag and it is hard to get into. I tried thinking it was just one of those slow books. I gave it a chance because it did win the MAN BOOKER prize. It just wasn't for me. And I'm generally not the kind to give up - If I start a book I almost always finish it, but with so many others purchased lately I'm not going to waste any more time.Lire l'avis complet...

Great read!

I love this book. I’ve read it multiple times.

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