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newtons's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
fast-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
4.0
sawyerbell's review against another edition
3.0
3.5 stars. A solid short story collection. There were several stellar stories whose prose and wit crackled off the page, a few good stories and a few that seemed too long and didn't hold my interest.
Thank you to the publisher for providing me with an ARC in exchange for a fair review.
Thank you to the publisher for providing me with an ARC in exchange for a fair review.
sundaydutro's review against another edition
5.0
I am not usually a fan of short stories but I loved every single one of these from start to finish.
emilyinherhead's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
The first couple of stories in this collection took me a while to get through for some reason—might have just been my mindset when I sat down to read—but once I hit a groove, I really enjoyed the rest.
There was one story that reminded me a little of Katherine Dunn’s novel Geek Love, and the others all contained really imaginative and detailed characters and situations, many quite different from anything I’ve read before.
There was one story that reminded me a little of Katherine Dunn’s novel Geek Love, and the others all contained really imaginative and detailed characters and situations, many quite different from anything I’ve read before.
maddykpdx's review against another edition
5.0
McCracken's stories pack some heartbreaking punch! Quirky characters (retired circus performers, con-artists of the most unlikely type) rendered human by matter-of-fact prose and verve. Like an amazing mash-up of Flannery O'Connor and Richard Brautigan. A new favorite.
kristendom's review against another edition
4.0
I'm not usually a short story fan, but I have to admit that I really enjoyed this collection by Elizabeth McCracken. They were odd, engaging, and witty. With vibrant characters who each had a story to tell, it was truly enjoyable. I'd definitely recommend to just about anyone.
paperknotbooks's review against another edition
5.0
One of the best things I’ve consumed this year! {popping hearts} The first story is the most romantic thing I’ve read (maybe ever). It’s moving!
abookishtype's review against another edition
4.0
Elizabeth McCracken has lurked on the edge of my bookish awareness for a while, praised by other readers whose opinion I trust. But my aversion to short stories has always steered me away until. Now that I’ve finished Here’s Your Hat What’s Your Hurry: Stories, I’m a little miffed at my past self for not diving in earlier. These thoughtful, often funny stories all feature cuckoos, people who either don’t fit into their families or who are made to feel as though they don’t belong...
Read the rest of my review at A Bookish Type. I received a free copy of this book from the publisher via Edelweiss, for review consideration.
Read the rest of my review at A Bookish Type. I received a free copy of this book from the publisher via Edelweiss, for review consideration.
tatyana_taos's review against another edition
3.0
At first, completely enchanted. The first paragraph of "Some Have Entertained Angels Unaware" is *brilliant and there are many charming and witty sentences. However after about the first 5 stories, I felt a weariness grow over me. Too much quirky for quirkiness' sake? Too much repetition of certain themes? By the end I could barely stand it. There are a few really great stories and I'd love to see this author develop a bit more because she is not without talent.