nicole_lb's review against another edition
emotional
funny
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Cancer and Animal death
nukie19's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal death and Grief
Moderate: Alcohol and Drug use
christiek's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
I loved this book. It is not for everyone, but it is unusual exactly how I want to see the world. It's a little bit all over the place, but in the best way, and aren't we all when our worlds are falling apart. Written well before COVID, but exactly what I need to process the pandemic.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Animal death
The book is about working through the content warning topic. The topic is NOT simply a plot device. It treats the subject very well.craftyanty's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.75
I decided to read this book because of how much I loved The Guncle, but I really didn't know what to expect with this one. What a pleasant surprise!
Steven Rowley has a way of writing about grief like no one else I've read. He ties in humor, sadness, anger, and all the feelings.
If you decide to read this, do yourself a favor, and get the audiobook. Michael Urie brings the story to life as the narrator, and does an AMAZING job, especially voicing Lily.
Steven Rowley has a way of writing about grief like no one else I've read. He ties in humor, sadness, anger, and all the feelings.
If you decide to read this, do yourself a favor, and get the audiobook. Michael Urie brings the story to life as the narrator, and does an AMAZING job, especially voicing Lily.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Animal death and Grief
vanesst's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal death, Grief, and Terminal illness
Moderate: Animal cruelty and Fire/Fire injury
Minor: Alcohol, Infidelity, Vomit, Cursing, Dementia, Drug use, Injury/Injury detail, Medical content, and Racism
victoriousbookworm's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cancer and Animal death
kuchshabd's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal death, Death, and Grief
readtheroomjess's review against another edition
emotional
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
I have very mixed feelings about this book. On one hand, it’s beautifully written, heartwarming, and made me think a lot about how much I love the dogs at my feet. However, it was also heartbreaking in a way that felt gratuitous at times. I’m not sure any dog parent wants to hear a story about this . I also think a big part of the point is how much Ted used his relationship with Lily as a crutch to avoid “real life”, and that can be a cautionary tale for those of us who put our lives into our beloved animals. I suppose I’m glad I read this book, but I also kind of wish I never had.
Spoiler
(this being pet illness and death)
Content Warnings
Graphic: Terminal illness and Animal death
marinapaso11's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
I would’ve given it 5 stars if it wasn’t for the tiny mention of the stereotypical Inuit
Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal death, Grief, Terminal illness, and Death
Moderate: Alcohol and Mental illness
Minor: Medical content, Panic attacks/disorders, Infidelity, and Dementia
spinescens's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Heartfelt, touching, but most of all compassionate.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal death