johannaandri's review against another edition
3.0
if you need a quick lighthearted read this one's for you!
sarahrita's review against another edition
2.0
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redhickory's review against another edition
3.0
I received a free eBook via Voracious Reads in exchange for an honest review
3.5
I enjoyed this light, warm-hearted story. Likeable characters, fast paced (the chapters are months and we get what seems like a highlights reel), with a focus on the ties of friendship and family.
I loved Augie's grandmother (Gertie, a former sex worker) who shares her wisdom and life experiences, supporting Augie to learn to manage his anxiety and try new situations, leading him to a fuller life. She is a warm and caring character, who lives larger than life.
It'd make a great film, I hope it gets translated to the big screen.
3.5
I enjoyed this light, warm-hearted story. Likeable characters, fast paced (the chapters are months and we get what seems like a highlights reel), with a focus on the ties of friendship and family.
I loved Augie's grandmother (Gertie, a former sex worker) who shares her wisdom and life experiences, supporting Augie to learn to manage his anxiety and try new situations, leading him to a fuller life. She is a warm and caring character, who lives larger than life.
It'd make a great film, I hope it gets translated to the big screen.
themoonwholistens's review against another edition
3.0
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Augie + Isaac = my favorite kind of friendship
The Tribulations of August Barton is a coming of age novel that has both quirky and relatable characters. I found myself laughing in more parts than one.
— overall thoughts: 4.5 —
The entire cast of characters were fantastic and I fell in love with each one of them. Except maybe Rose, she was not exactly my favorite love interest and I wasn’t able to relate to her character that much. I do like the fact that the plot also focused on other characters aside from August like his grandma and relatives. The character interactions might have been one of my favorite scenes!
Surprisingly, the jokes hit me at all the right points which I did not expect. The writing style was great and fit the tone that the book was aiming for very well.
It was fascinating to watch August’s subtle character development, especially within the limited pages of a novella. Although, I found the representation of Augie’s anxiety to be a little bit too stereotypical and over the top. However, being inside Augie’s head was still extremely relatable and there were parts that even I saw myself in him. There were some scenes that didn’t seem realistic but given that the book is a humor contemporary I am assuming that it has something to do with that.
There were timeline skips that went a little bit over my head but it was easy to catch up to what was going on.
I absolutely love that song that Augie sang at one point. It sounded so authentic and fit the mood, the narrator did a splendid job. James Oliva’s voice is exactly what I would imagine August’s voice to sound like in real life so that was great. The sound effects were spot on. It helped me feel more submersed into the story. Even though it was a novella, the ending still left me fulfilled and it was a great experience.
The pacing was just right for a contemporary but I never found myself getting bored. Which has been happening to me a lot recently but I am glad to say that The Tribulations of August Barton managed not to get myself yawning.
I would recommend this book to anyone looking for a short and light coming of age novel that doesn’t shy away from saying what needs to be said. I might just check out the rest of the August Barton series now!
*I received this audiobook at no-cost from Audiobook Empire. The gifting of this audiobook did not affect my opinion of it.*
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”The future shortly became the past, and one could never predict how things would turn out. What was important was the current moment—this moment, right now,”
Augie + Isaac = my favorite kind of friendship
The Tribulations of August Barton is a coming of age novel that has both quirky and relatable characters. I found myself laughing in more parts than one.
— overall thoughts: 4.5 —
The entire cast of characters were fantastic and I fell in love with each one of them. Except maybe Rose, she was not exactly my favorite love interest and I wasn’t able to relate to her character that much. I do like the fact that the plot also focused on other characters aside from August like his grandma and relatives. The character interactions might have been one of my favorite scenes!
Surprisingly, the jokes hit me at all the right points which I did not expect. The writing style was great and fit the tone that the book was aiming for very well.
It was fascinating to watch August’s subtle character development, especially within the limited pages of a novella. Although, I found the representation of Augie’s anxiety to be a little bit too stereotypical and over the top. However, being inside Augie’s head was still extremely relatable and there were parts that even I saw myself in him. There were some scenes that didn’t seem realistic but given that the book is a humor contemporary I am assuming that it has something to do with that.
There were timeline skips that went a little bit over my head but it was easy to catch up to what was going on.
I absolutely love that song that Augie sang at one point. It sounded so authentic and fit the mood, the narrator did a splendid job. James Oliva’s voice is exactly what I would imagine August’s voice to sound like in real life so that was great. The sound effects were spot on. It helped me feel more submersed into the story. Even though it was a novella, the ending still left me fulfilled and it was a great experience.
The pacing was just right for a contemporary but I never found myself getting bored. Which has been happening to me a lot recently but I am glad to say that The Tribulations of August Barton managed not to get myself yawning.
I would recommend this book to anyone looking for a short and light coming of age novel that doesn’t shy away from saying what needs to be said. I might just check out the rest of the August Barton series now!
*I received this audiobook at no-cost from Audiobook Empire. The gifting of this audiobook did not affect my opinion of it.*
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eloisewebber's review against another edition
4.0
This was a wonderful mix of funny, happy and deep! I loved all of the characters and ended up feeling real emotions for them even though the story was so short. Will for sure be reading the next book in the series.
I was given a free copy of the book but this review is entirely my own opinions.
I was given a free copy of the book but this review is entirely my own opinions.
lillprinccess's review against another edition
5.0
I received a free ebook copy in exchange for an honest review.
As a college freshman, myself, I found this book very easy to relate to! I found friends in unexpected places, just like Augie. Augie genuinely cares for his friends and supports them, that's one thing I love about this book! He pushes everyone around him to be better because he knows they can be better. I see myself in Augie in this way, as I always push for my friends to do their best and be their best! It was refreshing to see panic attacks portrayed for what they really are: scary and debilitating. What was even better, was that he had supportive family members that helped him cope with these panic attacks. It's not often I read a book with such strong family bonds. This is easily one of my favorites and I can't wait to continue the rest of the series!
As a college freshman, myself, I found this book very easy to relate to! I found friends in unexpected places, just like Augie. Augie genuinely cares for his friends and supports them, that's one thing I love about this book! He pushes everyone around him to be better because he knows they can be better. I see myself in Augie in this way, as I always push for my friends to do their best and be their best! It was refreshing to see panic attacks portrayed for what they really are: scary and debilitating. What was even better, was that he had supportive family members that helped him cope with these panic attacks. It's not often I read a book with such strong family bonds. This is easily one of my favorites and I can't wait to continue the rest of the series!
nebulous07's review against another edition
5.0
Jennifer LeBlanc's "The Tribulations of August Barton" is a heart-warming, earnest and a sweet read. He's navigating through a lot of things in his life, right from beginning his freshman year to his parents divorcing and dealing with anxiety. Jennifer is an artful storyteller, and by the end of this book, you know the heart and soul of Augie Barton. The dynamic with his roommate, Isaac, who's poles apart from him is memory while is friendship and relationship with Rose is realistic and beautiful. The star for me is Grandma Gertie, a retired prostitute whose zest for life is infectious. Her words of wisdom and relationship with Augie is so pure and uplifting. This novella made me laugh, reflect and feel for the characters and has a beautiful message of being yourself, self-growth and taking a chance.
I look forward to reading the next book and more of Jennifer's work.
A thank you to Jennifer LeBlanc for giving me a copy of this book. This review is left voluntarily.
I look forward to reading the next book and more of Jennifer's work.
A thank you to Jennifer LeBlanc for giving me a copy of this book. This review is left voluntarily.
dawnhosmer's review against another edition
5.0
I absolutely adored this coming of age/new adult story! The characters were memorable and delightful. The author did a fabulous job of realistically describing what living with anxiety is like and it was great to see Augie, a college freshman, learn to cope with his anxiety in healthier ways. Ultimately, this is a story about discovery of one's self which is often a scary, anxiety-ridden process. The author also kept it realistic in the story - Augie's anxiety didn't magically disappear, he just learned ways to deal with it so he could live a fuller life and not be crippled by it.
I enjoyed this journey with Augie and his friends/family. If you want a heart-warming read with characters who make you laugh (and wish you knew in real life) then this is the book for you! I look forward to reading the sequel and following Augie on his journey.
I enjoyed this journey with Augie and his friends/family. If you want a heart-warming read with characters who make you laugh (and wish you knew in real life) then this is the book for you! I look forward to reading the sequel and following Augie on his journey.
nayyyyxo's review against another edition
4.0
I got a copy of this book for Voracious Readers in return for an honest review!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
The Tribulations Of August Barton
By @jleblancbooks
I loved this lighthearted short read!
I felt that the characters blended together so lovely, and were even perfect enough to have their own book
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
The Tribulations Of August Barton
By @jleblancbooks
I loved this lighthearted short read!
I felt that the characters blended together so lovely, and were even perfect enough to have their own book