Kinsale's essay is very beautifully written, but there's a lot I disagree with too. I think it's utter bullshit to say that writers don't keep readers in mind when writing and that we, as readers, shouldn't criticize to our hearts' content. Writers write for an audience. That's the point. They want people to read their story and connect with their characters. But maybe I'm too commercial in my viewpoint.

I've only read one Kinsale (Flowers from the Storm) which didn't do much for me. People rave about her so much, maybe I should give her another shot.

-jennie