A review by akessle2
Rabbit Redux by John Updike

3.0

A bit more scattered than the first novel (e.g. the story/characters don't seem as tightly wound), as most sequels are. And, in fact, the narrative very accurately mimics both this period in Rabbit's life and the times (60s), which probably makes this a phenomenal achievement by Updike. But, as a reader, I found it a bit harder to get through than the first book and felt more distracted. Still, I love how Updike creates characters that are so real, in the sense that I still don't know if I admire/pity; like/despise; or even connect with any of them. But, isn't that the way it is? You just can't define people in any one or two ways....