tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309803128000518121.post7103512002023320488..comments2024-03-02T15:06:53.617-05:00Comments on The House of the Seven Tails: Daughter of Fortune by Isabel AllendeAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09866342436745173619noreply@blogger.comBlogger21125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309803128000518121.post-69172640548822596822011-05-09T11:59:23.465-04:002011-05-09T11:59:23.465-04:00I read this book awhile back, but I don't reme...I read this book awhile back, but I don't remember much except that I loved it. (I'm so glad I started blogging about books so when I have this problem, I just have to pull up my review and refresh my memory, LOL) You've made me want to re-read it.<br /><br />Have you read Ines of My Soul? Its my favorite of Allende's so far. Absolutely loved it! Her writing is brilliant.Annahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08046635675540466183noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309803128000518121.post-29007531316760331022011-05-07T23:38:25.367-04:002011-05-07T23:38:25.367-04:00I read this years ago and loved it. The first All...I read this years ago and loved it. The first Allende book I read had be hooked. It was The House of Spirits which was her first book, I think. I remember falling in love with it. Think it's time for a reread.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309803128000518121.post-74714674571303618882011-05-06T13:08:50.358-04:002011-05-06T13:08:50.358-04:00Great review Amy! I believe I have a copy of this...Great review Amy! I believe I have a copy of this on my shelf from years ago which I always meant to read. I'm going to have to pull it out. I just love the cover on this one.Darlenehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15387389557243960084noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309803128000518121.post-83151359240893218842011-05-05T21:48:54.031-04:002011-05-05T21:48:54.031-04:00I love me some Isabel Allende and this was one of ...I love me some Isabel Allende and this was one of my favs! Glad you enjoyed it so much.Lisahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05554217416500328610noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309803128000518121.post-82384971680699760362011-05-05T16:13:46.325-04:002011-05-05T16:13:46.325-04:00I loved this book, it was my first Allende when I ...I loved this book, it was my first Allende when I was in high school and I recommended it to pretty much everyone I know. I think it's high time for a reread, actually, as it's been something like 10 years!Meghanhttp://medievalbookworm.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309803128000518121.post-49244297616729734242011-05-05T13:10:32.226-04:002011-05-05T13:10:32.226-04:00I enjoyed this book and the sequel very, very much...I enjoyed this book and the sequel very, very much!KathyAhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12723937251892708482noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309803128000518121.post-26294730554394327622011-05-05T12:20:03.148-04:002011-05-05T12:20:03.148-04:00ZIBILEE: I think you will really like Allende'...ZIBILEE: I think you will really like Allende's books, she writes beautifully & because they're historical fiction. Portrait in Sepia continues the story of the Sommers family. I don't think you have to read Daughter of Fortune first but you may want to. I think The House of Spirits was her first novel. I've heard great things about it. When I discussed Galore with other readers, a couple commented on similarities between the two especially regarding themes of magical realism and folk stories. It sounds like a great start to Allende, esp. since you own it!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09866342436745173619noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309803128000518121.post-81391963209255674932011-05-05T12:05:39.032-04:002011-05-05T12:05:39.032-04:00PICKY GIRL: The ending didn't bother me as muc...PICKY GIRL: The ending didn't bother me as much as it did you, but I understand what you're saying. I thought it was a strange way to end this book after all Allende put into it. Have you read Portrait in Sepia? I'm hoping it helps me accept the ending of this book a little more.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09866342436745173619noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309803128000518121.post-15094142085565064792011-05-05T12:03:06.586-04:002011-05-05T12:03:06.586-04:00PESKY CAT: I'm thrilled you want to read Daugh...PESKY CAT: I'm thrilled you want to read Daughter of Fortune, now. I hope you love it when you do!<br />Sweet, adorable Anni sounds like she's found the life for her. I can just see her sprawled comfortably on a beach chair! I love that you take her out for supervised walks...it's such a smart idea. I often sit outside and read when the cats go out so I can try to keep an eye on them!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09866342436745173619noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309803128000518121.post-49233166533709010202011-05-05T11:59:19.001-04:002011-05-05T11:59:19.001-04:00BERMUDAONION: I'd love to hear an interview wi...BERMUDAONION: I'd love to hear an interview with Allende. I read a brief interview included in the back of this book. Allende is such an intriguing woman & it sounds as if she's had an interesting &, at times, difficult life. I'm reviewing another of her books in a few weeks. But I really want to read her memoir, Sum of Our Days, that Sandy read a few years ago and mentions in her comment. I hope you get the chance to read one Allende's books soon!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09866342436745173619noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309803128000518121.post-6191733084422514932011-05-05T11:55:09.436-04:002011-05-05T11:55:09.436-04:00TRISHA: That's it! So little time but she'...TRISHA: That's it! So little time but she's written so many good books. I don't want to lose sight of Allende again like I did years ago after reading Of Love and Shadows. I'm very happy I have Portrait in Sepia to review in a few weeks. I want to read Allende's memoir and Ines, too! Ahhh...hopes & dreams... lolAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09866342436745173619noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309803128000518121.post-56644768197327991162011-05-05T11:49:39.079-04:002011-05-05T11:49:39.079-04:00HEATHERTLC: I know what you mean. I was both happy...HEATHERTLC: I know what you mean. I was both happy & annoyed that I didn't get my book back! It was great to hear my family & friends rave about this book, especially one woman who wasn't much of a reader. I don't know why I didn't pick up another copy at a store or the library, but I'm so happy I finally read Daughter of Fortune! Allende's writing is beautiful and engaging.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09866342436745173619noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309803128000518121.post-18566220920370114782011-05-05T11:45:34.782-04:002011-05-05T11:45:34.782-04:00SANDY: I'm going to read your review shortly! ...SANDY: I'm going to read your review shortly! I'm interested in your thoughts on the audio. It probably really brought Valparaiso & the gold rush to life.<br />I'm putting Sum of Our Days on my tbr list, After reading this book and the interview with Isabel Allende at the back of the book, I'm looking forward to finding out more about Allende throughher memoir.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09866342436745173619noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309803128000518121.post-91641876427532762032011-05-05T08:14:04.785-04:002011-05-05T08:14:04.785-04:00I have never read anything by Allende before, but ...I have never read anything by Allende before, but this seems like the place I might start. I do have Portrait in Sepia and The House of Shadows in my library though, and form the sound of it, I might have to try one of them sooner rather than later. Thanks for the great review and thoughtful perceptions!Zibileehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07443338685890187334noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309803128000518121.post-78589515167587969552011-05-04T22:36:21.635-04:002011-05-04T22:36:21.635-04:00I love love Allende but all in all, was mad about ...I love love Allende but all in all, was mad about the ending on this one. It was so abrupt, and I felt cheated. But hey - I love everything else of hers that I've read, so I'll give this one a pass.picky girlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11143098785493457762noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309803128000518121.post-49486860618591959362011-05-04T20:14:17.304-04:002011-05-04T20:14:17.304-04:00By the way, every time I see the photo on the righ...By the way, every time I see the photo on the right of Bob stretched out checking out the nightlife I have to smile!Pesky Cat Designshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07094350817411033192noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309803128000518121.post-84430612600570246552011-05-04T20:11:02.243-04:002011-05-04T20:11:02.243-04:00You have throughly convinced me that I must read t...You have throughly convinced me that I must read this book! Eliza sounds like a fascinating character. <br /><br />Thanks for stopping by my blog and for your lovely comments. Anni is doing well. She LOVES the outdoors and is in her glory when I take her out for her supervised outings. She also enjoys sitting in her beach chair on the porch watching nature. :)<br /><br />Hope you and all your sweet kitties are doing well. I think of you often.Pesky Cat Designshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07094350817411033192noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309803128000518121.post-48681142430741500532011-05-04T20:03:02.614-04:002011-05-04T20:03:02.614-04:00I listened to an interview of Allende and have bee...I listened to an interview of Allende and have been fascinated with her work ever since. This sounds fabulous!bermudaonionhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10726401178972099557noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309803128000518121.post-74931475596470908432011-05-04T18:03:27.790-04:002011-05-04T18:03:27.790-04:00I have to get on top of reading this...after Ines....I have to get on top of reading this...after Ines... So much Allende, so little time. :)Trishahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13917705393662132891noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309803128000518121.post-64327781570371507492011-05-04T16:58:04.454-04:002011-05-04T16:58:04.454-04:00I love that you lent the book out before you read ...I love that you lent the book out before you read it and never got it back - just goes to show that it is a really great book! Not that I wouldn't want you get your own book back, but you know what I mean. :)<br /><br />I've only read one book by Allende but I found her writing to be beautiful. Looks like I need to make time to read more by here.<br /><br />Thanks for being on the tour. I'm so glad you loved this book, especially after waiting so long to read it!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6309803128000518121.post-7349294008284855952011-05-04T16:03:15.426-04:002011-05-04T16:03:15.426-04:00Ha! My review of this one is up tomorrow! I read...Ha! My review of this one is up tomorrow! I read Allende's memoir Sum of Our Days a few years ago, and I fell in love with her passion and spunk. Knowing her personality then, you can totally see how that transfers to her characters. I listened to this on audio, and it was a very educational and enjoyable adventure into the US's gold rush.Sandy Nawrothttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00564390728106776030noreply@blogger.com