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harpyd's review against another edition
4.0
Beautiful. A very original story, and one which unfurled gradually over the course of the book. I have a feeling this will stay with me for a while, I felt very captivated by the story towards the end.
My only gripe was that I wanted a little bit more of a puzzle to the revealing story. At times, it felt as if Moore was simply laying out everything for the reader, and while upon reflection there were hints along the way that came to light at the end, I wanted more!
The main reason that this isn’t a higher rating is that I was just a bit bored at the start, and wasn’t reeled in until the first jump in narrative. I think if it had been woven in a bit more from the beginning, I would have been enticed to keep reading more. I suppose I have been spoiled by authors such as Anthony Doerr and Emily St John Mandel who write so effortlessly in this style.
Nonetheless, a very enjoyable read.
My only gripe was that I wanted a little bit more of a puzzle to the revealing story. At times, it felt as if Moore was simply laying out everything for the reader, and while upon reflection there were hints along the way that came to light at the end, I wanted more!
The main reason that this isn’t a higher rating is that I was just a bit bored at the start, and wasn’t reeled in until the first jump in narrative. I think if it had been woven in a bit more from the beginning, I would have been enticed to keep reading more. I suppose I have been spoiled by authors such as Anthony Doerr and Emily St John Mandel who write so effortlessly in this style.
Nonetheless, a very enjoyable read.
bee_isreading's review against another edition
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
lifeofpie's review
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
eileenfisher's review
challenging
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
erinbryce429's review
5.0
Most riveting novel I've read so far this year. I didn't want to put it down, didn't want to leave the world and the incredible characters that Liz Moore has created. If you like character-driven novels with a bit of a sci-fi lean (think Station Eleven) then this should be your next read.
shukriabdullah's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
sad
slow-paced
3.5