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fiafour's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
sjrb's review
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
4.25
My grandfather read this book shortly after his wife, my grandmother, passed away. It was (and is) really difficult for him to reconcile his feelings, his grief, loss, and rage. He told me this book put all of that complex feeling into words. As he read this, he saw his own story reflected back. There was such a strong emotional truth to this book for him, and it helped him a lot. Truly, he talked about this book for an hour and a half. I cannot speak to the book well (I read it almost a year ago), but if you’re looking for an elderly widower’s opinion, this book has my grandpa’s stamp of approval.
robforteath's review against another edition
3.0
The writing is good and witty, and the characters are nicely done.
Unfortunately, about 80% of the plot is mediocre, just a meandering tale of romantic relationships that isn't particularly fresh or captivating. The book redeems itself somewhat in the final chapters; it's just too bad that you have to read through the rest of it to get there.
Unfortunately, about 80% of the plot is mediocre, just a meandering tale of romantic relationships that isn't particularly fresh or captivating. The book redeems itself somewhat in the final chapters; it's just too bad that you have to read through the rest of it to get there.
miriamv's review against another edition
5.0
A stunningly real autobiographical novel. Quite literally the most human thing I have ever read.
jcbrodie's review against another edition
dark
emotional
hopeful
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
lobsterchin's review against another edition
emotional
funny
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
I like the writing style. The main character's voice is decently confident, but doesn't sound annoying or arrogant like in other cases of such characters that i've seen.
It's reflective. This is basically an exploration of a person speaking from a future point about her life and how she's changed as a person, what shaped her and how. A story about relationships.
Was a little uncomfortable because of a relationship between a student and teacher (a crush situation), but it doesn't get graphic.
The ending does get pretty...existential, idk. It's sad. Left me kinda shocked. I've never experienced a loss, so it was a look into this kind of a situation and a way to live through it as the mc, and it's done well in my opinion.
I'd recommend the book, it's easy to read and pretty engaging. Didn't feel preachy or annoying, the mc is flawed but likeable, human. I could relate to her easily despite having a different life, and isn't that what we often look for in characters?
Anyway, if you're interested in the topics of relationships with parents and children, as well as partners, and occasionally a bit of math (it's not dense, don't worry), this is a good pick.
It's reflective. This is basically an exploration of a person speaking from a future point about her life and how she's changed as a person, what shaped her and how. A story about relationships.
Was a little uncomfortable because of a relationship between a student and teacher (a crush situation), but it doesn't get graphic.
The ending does get pretty...existential, idk. It's sad. Left me kinda shocked. I've never experienced a loss, so it was a look into this kind of a situation and a way to live through it as the mc, and it's done well in my opinion.
I'd recommend the book, it's easy to read and pretty engaging. Didn't feel preachy or annoying, the mc is flawed but likeable, human. I could relate to her easily despite having a different life, and isn't that what we often look for in characters?
Anyway, if you're interested in the topics of relationships with parents and children, as well as partners, and occasionally a bit of math (it's not dense, don't worry), this is a good pick.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Terminal illness
Moderate: Sexual content
Minor: Adult/minor relationship
kaitlinshares's review
emotional
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cancer