What author did you read a book by and didn’t like, but gave them another chance and loved it?

I’m so glad I gave Edith Wharton another chance. I read Ethan Frome and thought it was fine. On a whim I picked up The Age of Innocence and fell in love. Now I’m buying anything I can by her. I recently read The House of Mirth, and can confirm she is one of my favorite authors now. Anybody have a similar experience with an author?

  • breakfastwhine@alien.topB
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    1 year ago

    Ottessa Moshfegh. I really didn’t “get” My Year of Rest and Relaxation, but holy shit did I ever enjoy Lapvona. And the latter helped me understand the former. I now chase her books like a desperate puppy.