So you've probably already heard about the Liar cover and how it's controversial and such. (If you haven't, check out this post.)
I'm not going to post about how the cover debacle is terrible, because everyone already knows it is and everyone has already said pretty much everything that needs to be said. I don't think we need another post about how much this situation sucks.
But I have seen some people say that they won't be buying Liar because of the cover, which I think is stupid. After reading about this whole controversy, I read my copy of Liar and I must say that it is great. It's so original and bizarre. The events are unexpected, but they are so obvious, but you don't realize that until they happen.
I don't think anyone should miss out on this fantastic book just because of the cover. Buy the Australian edition if you have to. (Adele has a post about where you can get Aussie books online- here.) Seriously, you'll need a copy of this one because it's great.
(Side note: Am I the only one who thinks the girl on the cover looks kind of Asian?)
No, I thought that too. Phillipino-American was my immediate thought.
ReplyDeleteI thought she was Asian too! But everyone kept describing her as "white" so I thought I must be dumb.
ReplyDeleteWhats wrong with the cover? I would read this book based on the reviews!
ReplyDeleteI'm definitely going to buy it. It sounds great and that's all that really matters.
ReplyDeleteI'm not pleased about the cover, but I'm still buying a copy. I think it would be foolish not to.
ReplyDeleteAnd might I add (I've been doing that alot lately for some reason. Next time, I'll try to leave just one comment) that I feel that your post is really as important as the other ones. It is only right that people realize Justine should not be penalized or held accountable for her publisher's decision.
ReplyDeleteFrom all the reviews I've read, this is a must have, and therefore I must have a copy!
I didn't think she was Asian, but I liked the cover. I just wish it wasn't used for the cover of Liar. Sigh.
ReplyDeleteThanks for posting about this! I'll be buying the Australian version. I don't think the girl on the cover looks Asian, though.
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I agree with you here. Although the cover is a shame, it is an even bigger shame to miss this book!
ReplyDeleteI have heard a lot about this book and have entered into discussions on it. I think it is unfortunate, but would not stop me from purchasing if I liked what the book is about.
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