Comments on: Overcoming Clunkers: Why ‘The Art of Fielding’ is Still a Great Book

By: Michael

Michael — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 19:02:39 +0000

We read two different books. I found the characters two-dimensional, the writing sappy and the story preposterous. Judging by the reviews posted on Amazon, 80% of readers share my disappointment in this overly-hyped, underwhelming novel.

By: Lori

Lori — Mon, 02 Jan 2012 14:19:33 +0000

Excellent post. Totally agree with you. It’s about the STORY!

By: Gabe Habash

Gabe Habash — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 18:09:53 +0000

Thanks, Grace. It really did remind me of “Freedom,” which I thought was a better-written book, but not as memorable as AoF.

By: Grace

Grace — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 17:40:11 +0000

I like how you stated, “[Harbach] knows he needs to get out of his own way because he has a hell of a story to tell.” Excellent food for thought. Just because something is highly readable doesn’t mean that is lacks literary merit. It’s about the story. Great post.