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jorsarian's review against another edition
dark
emotional
funny
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
zfletch's review against another edition
2.5
“Not His Best.”
“Too Sexist & Homophobic”
Quotes written on the inside of a copy from the Seattle Public Library in red pencil. Agreed.
“Too Sexist & Homophobic”
Quotes written on the inside of a copy from the Seattle Public Library in red pencil. Agreed.
anitaderouen's review against another edition
challenging
dark
funny
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
axmed's review
medium-paced
3.5
He was tall, slender, and light-skinned. It seemed like all funeral directors were light-skinned. In the office I saw a picture of the original Watkins, a dark-skinned guy. However, as I looked at the pictures of the descendants of the original Watkins, I saw that each Watkins was lighter in color than the previous one. I figured dealing with death had that effect.
annepw's review against another edition
2.0
Not a particularly bad book, but bloodless and pretentious in parts. Everett's plot seems like window dressing to his fuzzy actual point.
thomasreadiii's review against another edition
challenging
dark
funny
medium-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? Yes
4.25
kate66's review against another edition
5.0
What a strange and wonderful book. I read The Trees and fell in love with Mr Everett's writing and this hasn't dampened my enthusiasm, in fact it's probably increased it. Suder is just as weird as Trees but still deals with weighty subjects such as racism and mental health in a very humorous way.
Craig Suder, a major league baseball player, has hit a slump in his career and his personal life. He finally decides he's had enough and takes us on a road/boat/elephant journey that is as strange as it is wonderful. The story flicks back and forth between the grown and child Craig, showing the similarities of his life.
At first I panicked, thinking this was a baseball story but I should have known better. Perceval Everett takes us on a journey that often left me open mouthed with laughter/shock - there are some real "you can't say/do that" moments in this short but perfectly formed tale.
Bring on the next book. Thankfully there are lots more to read.
Craig Suder, a major league baseball player, has hit a slump in his career and his personal life. He finally decides he's had enough and takes us on a road/boat/elephant journey that is as strange as it is wonderful. The story flicks back and forth between the grown and child Craig, showing the similarities of his life.
At first I panicked, thinking this was a baseball story but I should have known better. Perceval Everett takes us on a journey that often left me open mouthed with laughter/shock - there are some real "you can't say/do that" moments in this short but perfectly formed tale.
Bring on the next book. Thankfully there are lots more to read.
sourkraus's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
funny
mysterious
reflective
sad
fast-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? Yes
4.0
dllman05's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25