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When I say it needs edits, I don't mean that 'East of Eden' isn't a great novel. It is, but it has areas where the heavy-handed Biblical symbolism and the author's editorial take detract. The latter is also a problem in sections of 'Grapes of Wrath.'

'The Pearl,' 'Tortilla Flat' and 'Of Mice and Men' are all great books, and very tight. He really did well with the short novel. 'East of Eden' is a great book but has some serious editing needs in my view. I think it was something of a casualty of his success. 'In Dubious Battle' is my...

Jay and I have a friendly disagreement about the quality of Chuck's writing. While there's definitely peaks and valleys (within 'Haunted' for instance), I enjoy his style. I think 'Survivor' is easily Chuck's best book, but I don't think his turn to the gothic is such a bad thing. I enjoyed...