Orchard: A Novel Audiobook

" Interesting story. Well done. "

" A good serviceable book, quick read, about art, an artist, his model, her husband, and sadness wrapped up in some raw drama. Watson knows his art, both as a writer and in his portrayal of the self-absorbed painter's relationship to the world. "

" At least 4 tragic characters caught in their own selfishness too consuming to see the needs of each other - with tragic outcome... Not a very easy book too complete as you want to scream at each of the characters... what are you doing?? "

" It's Watson. "

" I loved reading this and couldn't put it down. It's not a happy book and the characters are not likeable but I loved the way it unfolded and thought the writing was amazing. Will definately try to find more from this author having read this and Montana 1948. Now, on to a happy book. "

" Narrated by George Guidall. Did not like this book as much as I liked Watson's "Montana 1948." Had a hard time getting through this one. "

" in a word: poopy "

" I had a difficult time understanding the female characters, Harriet and Sonja. Sonja's motives are eventually revealed toward the end, but I couldn't understand why Harriet stayed with such an awful husband. The men seem overly sexed, which gets annoying fast. "

" This book was very intricate and very sad. "

" Great writing. Interesting story. "

" Picked for bookclub last month. I had already read this one a while back. Strange characters and situations. "

" Small town infidelities abound in this rather depressing novel. "

" One of the highest compliments I can render to any novel is that it reminds me of Wallace Stegner's later work and for me, this one does. "

" I really enjoyed this book, probably because it was different than what I have been reading. I liked the story line and some of the characters. Again, the male characters are frustrating which I suppose is true in life. I don't believe I will ever understand their way of thinking. "

" I enjoyed--I appreciate his style of writing. "

" This book succeeds on many levels: the well-developed characters, the excellent plot and writing, the setting in the woods of Wisconsin. It all comes together. A jewel of a read. "

" This is one of my favorite books of all times. Beautifully told, you are taken into and become part of this amazing story. "

" I don't think Larry Watson is as besotted with his guys as James Waller is with his transparent fictionalizations of himself, but a fine performance by George Guidall couldn't keep me listening, so i'll never know how well he actually does by his female characters. "

" Beautiful, soulful writing that lays characters bare. Loved it. "

" There is no question that this author is amazing. I loved his descriptions of people and their surroundings, yet somehow I felt disconnected from them at the same time. Maybe that was his intent, but I wanted to identify with them more. "

" A surprise. Now I want to read more by this author, particularly "Montana 1948" "

" This is definitely not one of my favorite books. It's interesting, but I don't think I'll read it again. "

" I am always hopeful when I get one of his books, but they do not have the simple power of Montana 1948. "

" I had some extra time this week and got this reading out of the way for book club. It wasn't my favorite book, but it will be a great book for discussion. Lots of things to talk about! "

" Another great book by Larry Watson. I don't want to give anything away - so I'll just suggest that you read it for yourself. "

" I didn't expect to like this book at all, but I did. I can't remember details, but I remember being pleasantly surprised. "

" This book was very intricate and very sad. "

" I enjoyed--I appreciate his style of writing. "

" Beautiful, soulful writing that lays characters bare. Loved it. "

" Small town infidelities abound in this rather depressing novel. "

" Narrated by George Guidall. Did not like this book as much as I liked Watson's "Montana 1948." Had a hard time getting through this one. "

" I had some extra time this week and got this reading out of the way for book club. It wasn't my favorite book, but it will be a great book for discussion. Lots of things to talk about! "

" I really enjoyed this book, probably because it was different than what I have been reading. I liked the story line and some of the characters. Again, the male characters are frustrating which I suppose is true in life. I don't believe I will ever understand their way of thinking. "

" At least 4 tragic characters caught in their own selfishness too consuming to see the needs of each other - with tragic outcome... Not a very easy book too complete as you want to scream at each of the characters... what are you doing?? "

" Picked for bookclub last month. I had already read this one a while back. Strange characters and situations. "

" this novel talks about a lady called sonja, how she went through alot of promblems to help her family "

" I don't think Larry Watson is as besotted with his guys as James Waller is with his transparent fictionalizations of himself, but a fine performance by George Guidall couldn't keep me listening, so i'll never know how well he actually does by his female characters. "