Hi Rachel: I did like Emma Stone’s performance, as any actor who plays a singing & dancing role, I find pretty courageous. But the amount of involvement Portman seemed to delve into to play Jackie was pretty incredible I thought and better than Stone’s. Let me know what you think when you see the film.

Yeah Naomi, I admit I haven’t read many Quinlen books. I think this one is my third of hers. I almost abandoned The Zookeeper’s Wife at various points because it is convoluted in its telling, but somehow I kept on, and was glad I did. I’ll be curious about the movie. I think it will simplify the story much more, which could be a good thing.

Hi Jane, I think you would like the Jackie movie if you are a fan. I found it a bit fascinating. The books as well are quite interesting. Thanks for stopping by.

I want to see Jackie also–I was a Jackie fan from my childhood. Our family had a copy of the AP book The Torch is Passed, and I used to pour over the photos in that book until I had them memorized.

Yeah Kate, the movie the Zookeeper’s Wife might turn out better or more focused, but we will see. I too need to read Louise Erdrich’s books. She’s been on a roll! Thx for stopping by.

Thanks RT, yes both books turned out good, and I agree with what Mimi says about home! I look forward to hearing what you think about Jackie. Cheers.

I am very much looking forward to seeing the film adaptation of The Zookeeper’s Wife. I don’t think I’ll read the book, but the story sounds amazing.