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A review by wyrmbergmalcolm
Jack the Bodiless by Julian May
5.0
Despite being a long and 'wordy' tome that covers only a couple of years of the Remillard dynasty where the titular character isn't even born for the first 3/4 of the book, this was compelling reading. The strongest element of the book is Uncle Rogi, the narrator, who is a lovable rogue who somehow carries the entire Remillard clan through all their trials and tribulations. The character of Marc is also very relatable while he's still yet to begin his obsessions over Mental Man.
This book also deals with some philosophical and cultural discussions including God, equality, eugenics and freedom.
There's also a serial killer going about bumping off characters occasionally. This adds a good bit of mystery and impending threat to the story.
As a reread, I had forgotten quite a bit of it, but had retained enough to know the main beats. The 'spoiler' at the beginning of the book featuring the Remillard family tree including birth and death dates should be avoided as a first read to avoid giving away certain plot details.
Totally compelling and hugely enjoyable.
This book also deals with some philosophical and cultural discussions including God, equality, eugenics and freedom.
There's also a serial killer going about bumping off characters occasionally. This adds a good bit of mystery and impending threat to the story.
As a reread, I had forgotten quite a bit of it, but had retained enough to know the main beats. The 'spoiler' at the beginning of the book featuring the Remillard family tree including birth and death dates should be avoided as a first read to avoid giving away certain plot details.
Totally compelling and hugely enjoyable.