Q: Define what characteristics your favorite books share. Do they all have a kick ass heroine or is the hot love interest the Alpha Male?
My Answer:
Hmmmm. I think that all my favorite books have defined character building. I love a good story but most of all I need to feel that the characters and I are on a first name basis and we hang out every day during the time I read the book.(sometimes even when I am done) I can't stop thinking about the characters or if I wonder how a character would react or think to my real life situations, then I am hooked on that book.
Whats your Answer?
I agree. It's important to also get to know the characters. Characters are what make the story come to life. Also, I find that if you can't really identify with the characters, it doesn't become really appealing.
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Hello! Thanks for stopping by and becoming a follower!! I am now following you back and I must say, your blog is SUPER cute! I love the background. [: Oh, and I love a good character building story also. I can't help but to feel all giddy at the end if my favorite guy or gal has jumped some kind or hurdle.
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DeleteYes! Books with forgettable characters are forgettable books.
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I too love to feel like I know the character personally. Sometimes they feel so real to me I wish I could talk to them. New Follower!
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Mmm hmm. How can you forget the name of the character if it's a great novel?
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You're absolutely right! A book must have great and unique characters for the story to come to life.
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New follower! Strong characters are a must. Looking forward to your reviews!
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I agree. Books in which the characters do nt build or grow in any way are usually very far down on my list.
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Characters are my thing too! More so than anything else. :)
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by my blog! I'm returning the follow! :) Yes! I agree that I need to feel a real connection with the characters! Good answer!
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I always think a well written character remains a lifelong friend.. I mean seriously, I fell in love with Aragorn when I was 10... haven't fallen out of love with him yet.. and it has been a LONG time..
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I understand completely. Character building is very important and a key part of a story! Thanks for the follow I returned the favor! :)
ReplyDeleteI love it when I feel like a character is my friend/family/enemy, as it makes them seem that much more real to me. Books with such characters are a constant in my life as I reread them until the binding breaks and I need to get a new copy.
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ReplyDeleteI know what you mean that the characters and you have to be friends! Sometimes you ARE the characers, other times you just befriend them. But there has to be chemistry and growth, I agree! Only downside: when the book ends, you're left friendless :(
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So true great character development can make a book!
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It's amazing how difficult it is to have solid character development and chemistry. When it's done right it's truly amazing and definitely sticks with you. Great answer!
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I love it when you can really connect with characters. It makes the book that much more engaging. Great answer!
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Oh yes. Love when they stay with you long after and feel like good friends too.
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