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awwcripes's review against another edition
5.0
This is one of my favorite books. Usually when I finish reading a book I'll read all the reviews to see what others thought----not with this one. I know exactly why I loved the book and I don't want that to be diluted or corrupted by others. I know what makes things funny. I really don't laugh "out loud" well, ever. I have plenty of internal chuckles, but this was the first book that had me busting out gut laughs.
I don't like books full of metaphor...as the poet Jack N once said "People who speak in metaphors can shampoo my crotch." But I appreciate the over the top comparisons and blatant symbolism here. Made it fun. Highly recommended.
I don't like books full of metaphor...as the poet Jack N once said "People who speak in metaphors can shampoo my crotch." But I appreciate the over the top comparisons and blatant symbolism here. Made it fun. Highly recommended.
jjw's review against another edition
funny
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
allenos's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
tani's review against another edition
1.0
I think I've figured out that satire just depresses me. Like, oh, the fact that we're a society of idiots is supposed to be funny? Yeah, I guess that is funny sometimes, but when it's as blatantly displayed as this, all I feel is sad.
saritaadam's review against another edition
The premise and idea is interesting, but for me, it gets old really fast. Plus, I have nothing against knowing that an author doesn't know what foreplay is for, but honestly how much this book revolves around sex was boring and not very imaginative
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism
Moderate: Sexual content and Biphobia
benrogerswpg's review
3.0
This was a strange read! Bonkers at times.
First off, thanks to Scott Bromley for recommending this one!
I felt that it started off well, and was quite interesting. But I have to say, it got quite silly about half way through.
I felt the writing and story actually quite similar to the writing of Kafka and Abe - notably the book [b:The Box Man|9999|The Box Man|Kōbō Abe|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1320459929l/9999._SY75_.jpg|58327] comes to mind. Similar in theme and "transformation".
2.9/5
First off, thanks to Scott Bromley for recommending this one!
I felt that it started off well, and was quite interesting. But I have to say, it got quite silly about half way through.
I felt the writing and story actually quite similar to the writing of Kafka and Abe - notably the book [b:The Box Man|9999|The Box Man|Kōbō Abe|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1320459929l/9999._SY75_.jpg|58327] comes to mind. Similar in theme and "transformation".
2.9/5
mauchette's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
4.0
zeezeemama11's review against another edition
3.0
strange. but still a delightful read, laugh out loud funny for a few chapters. not particularly my style. more for adults as well - not for children