Reviews

Fox 8: A Story by George Saunders

phoenix2's review against another edition

3.0

A short but sad book indeed. In the face of the ecological catestrophes that are happening now all around the world, this book could not be more accurate. It makes you think what we do to the forest, to it's natural and rightful residents, to our planet. Although the way that it is written was fun at first, it got a bit tiring later on. Still, it gives plenty food for thought.

birbboi's review against another edition

emotional reflective fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

zoemitchell's review

adventurous challenging dark emotional funny hopeful reflective sad fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? N/A
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

dimky's review against another edition

emotional funny reflective sad fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

thank you jack wolfe 

anniezav's review against another edition

adventurous emotional funny hopeful lighthearted sad fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

this story was so so so lovely

alyssa_olaf's review against another edition

adventurous funny hopeful lighthearted fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.5

veerleruijgrok's review against another edition

3.0

Enjoyable

smcallis88's review against another edition

5.0

This little book packs a real punch! It is charming and clever but also a gut-wrenching exploration of disenfranchisement, loss, and tribalism. Without giving away too much, I think the overall tone remains hopeful, but be aware that hope will be tested. George Saunders does a fantastic job of convincing the reader of the need for kindness, acceptance, and decency, and I highly recommend this book to all readers. It’s quick and impactful and everyone should read it.

Favorite quote (contains spoilers):


“If you want your Storys to end happy, try being niser.”

acrone's review

adventurous challenging emotional hopeful fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character

3.5

A sweet and sad short story about humans impact on nature. 

sophiaroesler's review

adventurous hopeful lighthearted reflective

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Animal cruelty