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reggiethebird's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Murder, and Slavery
amiegold's review against another edition
challenging
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.25
I enjoyed Early Riser. This was my first book from Jasper Fforde, and I loved his sense of humor. I found myself laughing out loud throughout much of the book. This book jumps you right into a foreign world and all the action that accompanies this. I feel like this would have been a better experience for me if I would have read it in print, rather than listening to it. It took me a few tries, but after relistening to the first few chapters, I was able to sit back and enjoy the challenging, yet fully enjoyable world. He took scenarios that should have been terrifying and made them funny instead. I would consider reading it again, now that I have my footing, just to enjoy all of the characters and possibilities. I also would consider reading another book by Jasper Fforde.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Trafficking, Violence, and Death
Moderate: Slavery
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