dikalila's review against another edition
challenging
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
whippycleric's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I really enjoyed the slow philosophical nature of this book. Personally I would have preferred a straight novel rather than a story within a story but I can see how this adds additional meaning. This book reminds has the feel of the film "The man from Earth", which was great as well. I'm sure I'll read more by Gaarder in the future.
kalila_'s review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
rulove's review against another edition
informative
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
angelajuniper's review against another edition
3.0
A bit like 'Sophie's World', this book consists of large chunky essays feeding the author information while interweaving strange exchanges in need of constant pondering. It was a little too dense for me.
m3l89's review against another edition
1.0
There were some nice little cultural details relating to Fiji but other than that, most of this went right over my head.
zamakodknjiga's review against another edition
4.0
At first I wanted to gave 2 stars, but as far I go trough the book It was more interesting. Also I found out that evolutional biology isn't my thing and that changed my life to the better.
I gave myself task to read all of his books and I found out few things after reading 3 of them : He has the same plot. Before the "Surprise Element“ the book can be kind of boring, but after that curiosity will gave you a power to read until the end.
I gave myself task to read all of his books and I found out few things after reading 3 of them : He has the same plot. Before the "Surprise Element“ the book can be kind of boring, but after that curiosity will gave you a power to read until the end.
am333lia's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
informative
mysterious
reflective
slow-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
5.0
This is the fourth book by Gaarder I’ve read, and I have not been disappointed. This book is probably not for everyone, but I adored it. It’s an amazing story with multiple outlooks on the meaning of life, and it’s filled with both meaning, comedy, romance and thoughtfulness. I have to say that I wasn’t entirely convinced while I started reading, but the way that it progressed left me wanting to continue to read, and I absolutely loved the end. Again, I can see why it probably isn’t a favorite amongst everybody because of its use of symbolism instead of storytelling (at least that’s how I felt reading), but I found it remarkable, and it has definitely left me with many afterthoughts.