Change ), You are commenting using your Twitter account. There are two parts to this volume: “Childhood” and “Adolescence”. Kindle Edition. List Price: 17.00* * Individual store prices may vary. The two young women share a complex and evolving bond that brings them close at times, and drives them apart at others. But it’s true, the adults are less interesting than the children, because they’ve lost their innocence, which makes them stand out in such bright relief against the dark streets and the dark struggles of the families. Sélectionnez la section dans laquelle vous souhaitez faire votre recherche. Add to Wish List failed. Text Publishing has them listed as a four part series and I’ve also seen the same info where I bought my ebooks and on Booktopia, as well as in a few articles about Ferrante and the TV series. It was exceptional and I loved that it was Italian. I loved it. I like it when a reader comes ‘late to the party’ because it gives us a chance to revisit a book we really enjoyed. List Price: 17.00* * Individual store prices may vary. Elena Ferrante, Ann Goldstein (Translated by) Paperback. Local Nav Open Menu Local Nav Close Menu. Yes, I did, and I think that enhanced my enjoyment of the book, picturing it as I’d just watched it. Ferrante’s tetralogy focuses on the relationship between the narrator, Elena Greco, and her 'brilliant friend' Lila Cerullo, amidst their tight-knit community of family, friends and adversaries in post-war Naples. I’m sure the film of it will be good though. ©2011 Edizioni E/O (P)2015 Blackstone Audio, Inc. But my enthusiasm faded. Oh, I’m so, SO glad that you’ve read and reviewed this – one of my absolute favourites, and this review is perfection ❤️. Elena Ferrante’s Neapolitan novels have become undisputed modern classics famed for their meticulous characterisation and richly evoked atmosphere. Un problème s'est produit lors du chargement de ce menu pour le moment. My Brilliant Friend: The Neapolitan Novels, Book 1 Audible Audiobook – Unabridged Elena Ferrante (Author), Hillary Huber (Narrator), Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd (Publisher) & … Luminously written and expertly translated, My Brilliant Friend begins the epic coming-of-age not just of Elena and Lila but of the Italian nation itself. I almost bought all four novels at once after finishing the TV series, but thankfully elected to buy them one by one as ebooks. I had heard so much about this book series and had high hopes when I bought book 1. I saw the writing on that wall right from the get go. Neapolitan Novels Series Elena Ferrante Collection 4 Books Bundle (My Brilliant Friend, The Story of a New Name, Those Who Leave and Those Who Stay, Story of the Lost Child) Elena Ferrante 4.7 out of 5 … We will have to agree to disagree on this one I read the first three books (don’t ask me why I kept going given that I wasn’t loving them, but it’s the completist in me) before watching the tv series. I definitely recommend both the series and the novels. I loved the vast cast of characters within this story and I thought Ferrante distinguished each person enough for her readers to not lose track of who was who. AbeBooks.com: My Brilliant Friend: A Novel (Neapolitan Novels, 1) (9781609450786) by Ferrante, Elena and a great selection of similar New, Used and Collectible Books available now at great prices. This is one I have been meaning to re-visit! Après avoir consulté un produit, regardez ici pour revenir simplement sur les pages qui vous intéressent. $9.99. They do this through their support for each other (torn as it is by jealousy and by their affairs with men) and their intelligence. ( Log Out /  (I’m a ‘librarian’ at GR). Just shockingly bad. xo, (As an aside, I also hugely admire Ferrante’s ability to remain anonymous, and let the work stand solely on its own merit. a été ajouté à votre Panier. Did you have the cast and sets in mind as you read? I find though that this avoids that whole ‘it wasn’t as good as the book’ mentality. How could you stand Lena across four books? At the time, I very much wanted to succumb to Ferrante fever but I didn’t, and I suspect (as I often do) it depends on the timing of the read. Elena Ferrante is the name used by the author of many novels, including the four-volume work titled the Neapolitan Novels. Book Review: My Brilliant Friend by Elena Ferrante, Book Review: The Story of a New Name by Elena Ferrante, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neapolitan_Novels, #BookBingo2020 – Round 3: Coming of Age | Theresa Smith Writes. Writing. At least we don’t have to do a book versus the show comparison now. This is more than a novel about friendship. Even if you want to take a break from heavy classics and go for some "light reading" materials, they don't have to be trashy like this. Nous utilisons des cookies et des outils similaires pour faciliter vos achats, fournir nos services, pour comprendre comment les clients utilisent nos services afin de pouvoir apporter des améliorations, et pour présenter des annonces. A passing remark in my library said this was worth reading. I know I do. 3.9 out of 5 stars 3,358 ratings. It’s really worth watching if you can get it. At times, you could imagine that if people had been shouting those same words in English, the effect would not have been the same. The Hazel Wood: A Novel Melissa Albert. Voir les 100 premiers en Livres anglais et étrangers, Family Saga Fiction (Livres anglais et étrangers), Contemporary Fiction (Livres anglais et étrangers), Traduire tous les commentaires en français, Afficher ou modifier votre historique de navigation, Recyclage (y compris les équipements électriques et électroniques), Annonces basées sur vos centres d’intérêt. If you’ve ever felt inferior to your friends, this book is the cure. The introductory novel, My Brilliant Friend instantly grips the reader as it follow the friendship of the two girls and the different personalities which brings the book to life. And why sometimes if you’re looking for a book by an author who writes in Arabic, Hindi or Chinese, you cannot find what you are looking for because the title is written in script! Her friendship with Lila is like a love affair, more intense and deep-rooted than any of their relationships with men. This community had many characteristics defining it, but not all of them were negative, not by a long shot. I picked up the book straight away and read it in a day (very, very late into the night). Pingback: #BookBingo2020 – Round 3: Coming of Age | Theresa Smith Writes. There was a helpful cast list in the front of the book but I didn’t need to refer to it once I’d started. A complex young man, but devoid of any real emotional capability. Those Who Leave and Those Who Stay: Neapolitan Novels, Book Three. Elena Ferrante is the best-selling author of My Brilliant Friend, now an HBO original series. My Brilliant Friend Ferrante takes a microscope to themes such as gender roles, poverty, politics, religion, love, class, childhood and above all, friendship. It reads as if it was written by a talented 5th grader. The emotional intensity of the story translated well onto the screen and the faithfulness to the novel must surely be a bonus to all fans. 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