Kimberly Cutter
Autor von The Maid: A Novel of Joan of Arc
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Many reviewers did not like aspects of the author's writing style, but l liked the quick pace and the short chapters. The author had access to a lot of research and the book could have become bogged down with historical detail and background, instead I get the sense of being in Jehane's head, seeing and feeling what she did, understanding how everyone and everything looked to her.
I really enjoyed this book and I feel it was a perfect "intro" to a complex historical figure/time/event.
I really enjoyed this book and I feel it was a perfect "intro" to a complex historical figure/time/event.
There were sections that dragged slightly with a little too much war and bickering(of course that is expected)yet other sections completely grabbed my attention. After recently reading a very thorough non-fiction about Joan this book felt like it was well researched. The closer look at her life from a personal point of view, emotions etc. was nicely done and overall worth reading even for those who are not a particular fan of Joan of Ark. For those who are what a delight!
I received a copy in exchange for an honest review via Libboo.com.… (mehr)
I received a copy in exchange for an honest review via Libboo.com.… (mehr)
weird narrative. some times 3rd person; some times first; the switch is not smooth.
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In her author's note at the end, Cutter notes that "almost everything" in the book is true. "Almost all of the characters are real people, and the book adheres closely to the established historical facts surrounding Joan of Arc's life" (p. 281). She does identify situations where she took "novelistic license" (p. 282), but they are few. She cites many of her sources in her acknowledgments at the end.
I liked the way this book portrayed Joan as a human being, rather than a perfect saint. She has temptations and doubts, she makes mistakes and has regrets, and is not always a "good" person.… (mehr)