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A review by marc_a_lope
Remembrance of Things I Forgot by Bob Smith
emotional
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
2.75
I have mixed feelings about the book. I really enjoyed the premise and the moments of reflection and bonding with his past self were endearing and often heartwarming. Especially with queer characters.
I also enjoyed the exploration of trying to right past wrongs.
Everything else, missed the mark for me. War criminals as campy villains and a heinous act committed by the main characters that is played for a laugh and then brushed asside did not sit well. Hollow tirades against the Republican party, and mastabatory soliloquies espousing the merits of the Democratic party are frequent and annoying. Ultimately the book hasn't aged particularly well.
I also enjoyed the exploration of trying to right past wrongs.
Everything else, missed the mark for me. War criminals as campy villains and a heinous act committed by the main characters that is played for a laugh and then brushed asside did not sit well. Hollow tirades against the Republican party, and mastabatory soliloquies espousing the merits of the Democratic party are frequent and annoying. Ultimately the book hasn't aged particularly well.