Something about knowing this was tied to Huckleberry Finn made this much less interesting.It's well written, but the plotline was desigend for Huck, not Jim. Trying to squeeze something out of that side of the story leaves it lacking. Again, good writing, and Jame's internal monologue and perception of the world is very powerful. But the lasting impact was very low given high expectations going in.
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Love to read! All things!
Though sweet spots are Science Fiction and Fantasy and humorous Young Adult stuff. I generally read in bed, so my preference is for less stressful stories. My favorite stories that ones that are both Quirky and Unexpected.
Due to book experiences being very dependent on the reader, I belive that reviews should be short.
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The House in the Cerulean Sea by TJ Klune
A magical island. A dangerous task. A burning secret.
Linus Baker leads a quiet, solitary life. At forty, he lives …
bigethan@sfba.club reviewed James: A Novel by Percival Everett
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James: A Novel by Percival Everett
When Jim overhears that he is about to be sold to a man in New Orleans, separated from his wife …
A familiar but unique story
5 stars
It's a fun fantasy-ish alternate universe version of Groundhog Day. Has a twisting plot line that never gets to far afield and that encourages introspection. Good stuff all around.
bigethan@sfba.club reviewed The Familiar by Leigh Bardugo (duplicate)
bigethan@sfba.club reviewed Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas
Feyre's survival rests upon her ability to hunt and kill – the forest where she …
It's like 3 books in one, somewhat uneven.
4 stars
This book was long! It felt like the author painted themselves in a corner and then decided to take the circuitous route out. It's a unique world, kinda standard fantasy/magic story, lots of unexpected complications. Good book, but it's a lot. Planning on reading the next one in a year or so.
bigethan@sfba.club <p>finished reading</p>

Court of Thorns and Roses (2020, Bloomsbury Publishing Plc)
Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas
Feyre's survival rests upon her ability to hunt and kill – the forest where she lives is a cold, bleak …
bigethan@sfba.club <p>finished reading</p>

The Fox Wife by Yangsze Choo
'Vivid, enigmatic, enchanting' M. L. Rio 'Irresistible' Sunday Times
Some people think foxes go around collecting qi, or life force, …
bigethan@sfba.club reviewed The Fox Wife by Yangsze Choo
Excellent story
5 stars
A unique and well written revenge-ish story of a very unique life. Dealing with crushing sadness and how life is lived when you feel you have nothing to lose. Though the book is more heist-y than sad.
bigethan@sfba.club <p>finished reading</p>
bigethan@sfba.club <p>finished reading</p>

Listen for the Lie by Amy Tintera
What would you do if you thought you murdered your best friend? And if everyone else thinks so too? What …
bigethan@sfba.club <p>finished reading</p>
bigethan@sfba.club reviewed Book of Doors by Gareth Brown
bigethan@sfba.club reviewed Listen for the Lie by Amy Tintera
Fun murder mystery twist
4 stars
Solid summer reading book. An interesting twist on a cold case story. Told from the perspective of someone who's case is being investigated by a true crime podcaster. I'm not into podcasts, so if those chapters were overly done, I have no idea.