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January Modern Classic: In Cold Blood by Truman Capote

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mmack · 21/12/2014 15:04

Just starting the thread so that we can sign in.

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ZeroSomeGameThingy · 03/01/2015 19:00

Thunderbirds are go!

Starting now.

Enormouse · 03/01/2015 18:55

Marking place. I'm a big true crime fan so I'm looking forward to reading it.

ClashCityRocker · 03/01/2015 18:45

I've finished it - had an unexpected day off!

I was, at first a little daunted at it being a 'true crime' novel. It's not a genre I have read much of, nor one I would be drawn to.

Having said that, it was an engaging read and being able to google details of the actual case added another dimension.

Turning to the book itself, Capote does a very good job of painting an (idealized?) picture of small-town American life in contrast to the counter-culture of the antagonists. I enjoyed the scene-setting in the earlier chapters and Capote's writing style.

I'm reluctant to go further, but have a few observations and thoughts for when everyone's finished the book.

OneStepCloser · 02/01/2015 18:08

I`ll lurk and join in this thread as it moves along if you dont mind, I read this about 10 years ago whilst I was in the US, it left a major impression on me and will be interested to see what other people think.

ZeroSomeGameThingy · 02/01/2015 17:54

SadWaiting for mine to arrive.

Perhaps everyone could join hands and send positive vibes to my mailbox?

Cherrypi · 02/01/2015 17:43

Right just collected library copy. Let's go.

IsawJimmykissingSantaClaus · 29/12/2014 15:28

If you have Netflix the film 'Capote' is on there and it's amazing. Well worth a watch after you have read the book. It follows Capote as he writes In Cold Blood.

Cherrypi · 28/12/2014 17:53

Just ordered a copy from the library.

BestIsWest · 28/12/2014 14:07

I've remembered what it reminded me of or, should I say, what reminded me of it. I won't say though as I'm interested to see whether anyone else makes the same comparison.

ClashCityRocker · 28/12/2014 09:00

I have a book to finish first, but am hoping to start soon!

EvenFlo · 27/12/2014 19:55

Not yet as I have Shantaram to finish but will get cracking soon as that is done!

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mmack · 27/12/2014 19:40

Bumping. Has anyone started reading it yet?

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mmack · 21/12/2014 22:44

I just realised that this thread makes no sense if you don't know it's a follow-on from another thread.

www.mumsnet.com/Talk/adult_fiction/2252584-Would-anyone-like-to-join-me-in-a-modern-classics-challenge-for-2015

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BestIsWest · 21/12/2014 20:44

I read it earlier this year. Very good. Reminded me very much of something else which escapes me now (pointless point there).

RemusLupinsBiggestGroupie · 21/12/2014 15:07

I enjoyed it, if 'enjoyed' is the right word. It's a v good blend of horrible violence and some exquisite prose.