Jaws by Peter Benchley
~November 24th, 2023 - November 26th, 2023~
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • The shark-versus-man classic that inspired the blockbuster Steven Spielberg movie
“A tightly written, tautly paced study of terror.”—The Washington Post
Review:
3/5 stars
This is probably my lowest rated book of the year. Don’t get me wrong I enjoyed it but I feel like they focused too much on certain story lines that didn’t directly affect the main story. Like Chief Brody and Ellen’s relationship; and who Hopper was to Ellen based on her past. I liked that we got some POV from the shark in a way but still didn’t understand the motive I get it it’s a shark but those parts were intriguing how it would talk about the people and then go back to the shark. It wasn’t bad at all. I also rated this 3 stars because I didn’t feel fully immersed maybe because this book is old so the style of writing is different. I don’t want to give too much away in case y’all haven’t read Jaws. This was my first read through.
I made another review on my blog for Jaws, it is on the Books vs. Adaptations Tab!
Blurb:
A great white shark terrorizes the beautiful summer getaway of Amity Island, and a motley group of men take to the water to do battle with the beast. A heart-pounding novel of suspense and a brilliant meditation on the nature of humanity, Jaws is one of the most iconic thrillers ever written.
This edition features bonus content from Peter Benchley’s archives, including the manuscript’s original typed title page, a brainstorming list of possible titles, a letter from Benchley to film producer David Brown with candid feedback on the movie adaptation, and excerpts from Benchley’s book Shark Trouble, highlighting his firsthand account of writing Jaws, selling it to Universal Studios, and working with Steven Spielberg.
After writing Jaws in the early 1970s, Peter Benchley was actively engaged with scientists and filmmakers, and over the ensuing decades, joined many expeditions around the world as they expanded their knowledge of sharks and shark behavior. He encouraged each new generation of Jaws fans to enjoy his riveting tale and to channel their excitement into support and protection of these magnificent prehistoric apex predators.
About the Author:
Peter was born in New York City in 1940.
Over the next 65 years, he became one of the most widely-known and respected conservationists in the world. He used the acclaim from “Jaws” to alert the world to the growing danger to sharks, other sea creatures and the oceans themselves.
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