Booker Shortlist Reads #4

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  • เผยแพร่เมื่อ 4 ธ.ค. 2024
  • In which ‪@SavidgeReads‬ and I muse about the Booker shortlisted The Safe Keep by Yael Van Der Wouden
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  • @leolamoon11
    @leolamoon11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Such a well-crafted book. That ending so brilliant and the lead up….Loving these videos! Such great reviews from both of you. Really fascinated with Simon’s reread experience. Thank you both for this! ❤❤❤

    • @louisesavidgemuses4135
      @louisesavidgemuses4135  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thoroughly enjoyed doing it too 🙏🙏🙏📚📚📚💛💛💛

  • @jacquelinemcmenamin8204
    @jacquelinemcmenamin8204 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    The Safekeep…. Thinking about it almost 4 months since I read it. I can’t help seeing parallels to what has been happening in Israel, Gaza & Lebanon. Places destroyed by war , changed by war , the inherited generational trauma.

  • @yvonne3902
    @yvonne3902 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I'm really keen to read this now, ty for sharing you guys' thoughts!

  • @zoobee
    @zoobee หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I love your channel and your sons channel. I don't get to read much contemporary fiction so you really keep me in touch with stuff and this book sounds fantastic.

  • @antineah1889
    @antineah1889 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Louise, I’ve not seen you quite so moved before. That alone will make me read this! Thank you both for these wonderful videos. They really make my day when I see them. (Speaking of Greek tragedy, we saw Oedipus last Saturday with Mark Strong and Lesley Manville and it was superb. I agree with you about the incredible impact of these plays)

    • @louisesavidgemuses4135
      @louisesavidgemuses4135  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Oh wow, I’m so envious. Hope to get to see that production but not sure if I’m going to manage to be in the right place at the right time 🙏🙏🙏📚📚📚💛💛💛

  • @spexi513
    @spexi513 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Essentially obsessed with y’all’s prize videos and particularly love this year’s Booker ones 📖 🪱 💚

  • @carlacarinreads7634
    @carlacarinreads7634 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Such an excellent book!

  • @aoifedriver9969
    @aoifedriver9969 หลายเดือนก่อน

    It is such a joy to read along with two of you. This is the first year I have read through the Booker shortlist before the prize giving, excited to see who wins ( I have even begun to watch the BBC coverage of the Booker in the 80’s & 90’s - it is my new comfort watch. The commentary from the review panel definitely don’t hold back especially Germaine Greer) 🤍

    • @louisesavidgemuses4135
      @louisesavidgemuses4135  หลายเดือนก่อน

      I did not know that this coverage was available. Must have a look 👀

  • @sarahwelsh3
    @sarahwelsh3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I am so so excited to read this book now! Also loving these vlogs and I can’t wait to hear your thoughts on James.

    • @louisesavidgemuses4135
      @louisesavidgemuses4135  หลายเดือนก่อน

      I can’t wait to find out what Simon made of James 🙏🙏🙏📚📚📚💛💛💛

  • @cindyhaiken5644
    @cindyhaiken5644 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The Safekeep was a book I liked a lot but I cannot say I loved it. That may be in part because I had figured out the big “twist” long before part 3 and part because I struggled to like most of the characters. Definitely an impressive debut but not on the top of my shortlist rankings. I think though that this is my favorite of the shortlist videos you’ve done so far. Your side by side thoughts were really fascinating. Looking forward to more!

    • @louisesavidgemuses4135
      @louisesavidgemuses4135  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you. I really enjoyed the rigidity and awkwardness and didn’t like the characters much either but found their behaviour fascinating. I saw nothing coming 🤭🤦🙏🙏🙏📚📚📚💛💛💛

  • @kduhy4379
    @kduhy4379 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Loved your reviews and so pleased that you both really enjoyed this book too🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳

  • @cathyi3805
    @cathyi3805 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Such a great, important book. Glad you loved it as well.

  • @larajean1
    @larajean1 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Loved this video because when I finished the book...i was blown away and wanted to talk to someone about it!

  • @beautylover3503
    @beautylover3503 หลายเดือนก่อน

    My favorite of the Booker Short List!

  • @onourpath
    @onourpath หลายเดือนก่อน

    So glad you loved this -- it felt profoundly poignant to me. It's my favorite so far of the shortlist, although I'm still working through it. I also can't believe it's a debut; what a gift she has! 💚 (I hope we see a new book soon!)

    • @louisesavidgemuses4135
      @louisesavidgemuses4135  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Glad you enjoyed it too 🙏🙏🙏📚📚📚💛💛💛

  • @58angieb
    @58angieb หลายเดือนก่อน

    Pat Barker's 'Regeneration' Trilogy is an excellent read when it comes to the effect of wars on a people/country/landscape.

    • @louisesavidgemuses4135
      @louisesavidgemuses4135  หลายเดือนก่อน

      For some reason, I’ve only read the first in the trilogy 🤔🙏🙏🙏📚📚📚💛💛💛

  • @mradcaqbdb
    @mradcaqbdb หลายเดือนก่อน

    So interesting! Louise, you really tippy-toed right up to the line of not giving away the central secret of the book in your update after finishing. Well done! Simon, I’m intrigued about your comments about the ending. I may have to go back and refresh my memory of it because I don’t recall anything redemptive. But I’m famous for not remembering details of a book after I’m done reading it.
    For me, this was absolutely a book of three parts, which I would summarize as 🥱😮‍💨😱. I loved it. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ for me.

    • @louisesavidgemuses4135
      @louisesavidgemuses4135  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Adoring your emoji summary! Brilliant 🤩 🙏🙏🙏📚📚📚💛💛💛

  • @Rosiemayj
    @Rosiemayj หลายเดือนก่อน

    What an incredible novel, I enjoyed this so much, and really enjoyed your review

    • @louisesavidgemuses4135
      @louisesavidgemuses4135  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Glad you enjoyed it! 🙏🙏🙏📚📚📚💛💛💛

  • @kduhy4379
    @kduhy4379 หลายเดือนก่อน

    About to watch your thoughts on this book. For me this should be the winner. A story that has stayed with me since I read this book in July and cannot wait to read more by this author. Looking forward to hearing what you both thought.

  • @andrewmolloy8848
    @andrewmolloy8848 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Brilliant video 😊

  • @spexi513
    @spexi513 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Loved this book 📖🪱💚

  • @tracinha6935
    @tracinha6935 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The Safekeep is my favorite from the short list. (Tbf I’ve not read Held but I wasn’t as interested unless it wins). I cannot believe this is a debut. It was incredible and I am hoping this one takes it home next month!

  • @rachelknowles7363
    @rachelknowles7363 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Another great video! Loved watching it. ☺️ I’m on the fence about The Safekeep. I liked the historical plot and the societal messages but I did not connect with the characters. I found them quite flat and didn’t care for any of them. The house was the best character! Plus I did not like the many convenient plot drivers or the predictable ending.

    • @louisesavidgemuses4135
      @louisesavidgemuses4135  หลายเดือนก่อน

      I loved the awkwardness but agree they’re not easy to empathise with. I’m afraid my disbelief was completely suspended and I saw none of it coming 🤭🙏🙏🙏📚📚📚💛💛💛

  • @MJ-in-Canada
    @MJ-in-Canada หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I thought, “Oh dearie me” when I learned that Simon would be discussing this book with his mum because as he said, “the sex is A LOT.” However, it’s not gratuitous, just A LOT.😆

  • @karenmoore4430
    @karenmoore4430 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This is the one I am most excited to read but there are still 15 people ahead of me in the library. Something to look forward to.

    • @louisesavidgemuses4135
      @louisesavidgemuses4135  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Do hope you’re further up the queue by now 🙏🙏🙏📚📚📚💛💛💛

  • @EileenSchmitt-r8d
    @EileenSchmitt-r8d หลายเดือนก่อน

    I loved this book and found it hard to put down. The awkward dinner was brilliant, and the character building immersive. It's hard to talk about without spoilers. This, a debut novel?! I'll read anything from this author from now on.

    • @louisesavidgemuses4135
      @louisesavidgemuses4135  หลายเดือนก่อน

      So glad you loved it too 🙏🙏🙏📚📚📚💛💛💛

  • @judybrown1624
    @judybrown1624 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I'd love to see it win The Booker.

  • @Book_Hugger
    @Book_Hugger หลายเดือนก่อน

    This one is my favorite and my vote to win, but doubtful they will choose it. I also was shocked it was a debut.

  • @susprime7018
    @susprime7018 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Maybe she wrote short stories before her debut? Placed it on the want to read list. Just started Felicia's Jouney by William Trevor.

    • @louisesavidgemuses4135
      @louisesavidgemuses4135  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Do hope you’re enjoying Felicia’s Journey 🙏🙏🙏📚📚📚💛💛💛

  • @trolfek
    @trolfek หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I really struggled with this one. The characters didn’t resonate with me, and the discomfort of the circumstances didn’t help me either. It must be me, though, although I realize not every book is for everybody. I ended up skimming this beyond about 40% and the development of the plot seemed contrived. I just found it self-indulgent and disingenuous. I was angry. Can you tell? 😳 Thanks to both of you for your excellent analysis as always. I found your thoughts very interesting.

    • @louisesavidgemuses4135
      @louisesavidgemuses4135  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      This book clearly divides opinion. You’re not alone, there have been quite a few comments along these lines 🙏🙏🙏📚📚📚💛💛💛

  • @barbaralemon4170
    @barbaralemon4170 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Couldn't find this novel on Amazon. Is it out in the U. S. now. ? Sounds like a must read. I read Held and thought that one was phenomenal. Anyone please tell me where can I find The Safe Keep?

    • @EileenSchmitt-r8d
      @EileenSchmitt-r8d หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Try Blackwell's UK they have free shipping.

    • @trolfek
      @trolfek หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@barbaralemon4170 Yes, it has been released in the US. Different cover for the US edition.

    • @barbaralemon4170
      @barbaralemon4170 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks

    • @barbaralemon4170
      @barbaralemon4170 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks

    • @lynniepie52
      @lynniepie52 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I really liked to book especially the pacing as Eva’s narrative deepened…but I struggled with the explicit lengthy sex scenes…it took me out of the story and I felt I didn’t need to be hit over the head to get it…great debut!

  • @judybrown1624
    @judybrown1624 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Re the sex, I did worry about recommending the book to friends, but I needn't have worried. 😊

  • @Ali-AvidReader
    @Ali-AvidReader หลายเดือนก่อน

    I haven’t read this one, it sounds a bit unsettling and I need peace in my life right now😂

    • @louisesavidgemuses4135
      @louisesavidgemuses4135  หลายเดือนก่อน

      That’s fair enough 🙏🙏🙏📚📚📚💛💛💛

  • @58angieb
    @58angieb หลายเดือนก่อน

    Do you mean that the sex scenes aren't 'gratuitous' ?