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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.”
Favorite quote (contains spoilers):
“If you want your Storys to end happy, try being niser.”
acrone's review against another edition
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 against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal cruelty
decoachwife's review against another edition
funny
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
cielbear's review against another edition
4.0
Nice concept, story was sad, and no you haven't seen a human do those things, but they do happen in other ways. There has to be a balance between humans and animals, however, I don't believe that will ever happen.
antidietleah's review against another edition
hopeful
inspiring
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal cruelty and Animal death
dobbyhasnomaster's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
funny
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
Very funny writing style.
astridrv's review against another edition
I was thinking about how to review this book - one that is so obviously kind and moralistic it's easy to criticize. But what can I say: I like floating in Saunders' wit and ethics.
Fox 8 reminds me of two quotes. One cited in a review of the book, from the author himself: "literature is a form of fondness-for-life. It is love for life taking verbal form." (Note to self: read said essay https://www.newyorker.com/books/page-turner/my-writing-education-a-timeline)
The other one, older, heard enough times over the past decade to shape parts of my mind: "In this world, you must be oh so smart or oh so pleasant. Well, for years I was smart. I recommend pleasant."
Fox 8 reminds me of two quotes. One cited in a review of the book, from the author himself: "literature is a form of fondness-for-life. It is love for life taking verbal form." (Note to self: read said essay https://www.newyorker.com/books/page-turner/my-writing-education-a-timeline)
The other one, older, heard enough times over the past decade to shape parts of my mind: "In this world, you must be oh so smart or oh so pleasant. Well, for years I was smart. I recommend pleasant."
Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal death and Animal cruelty