Scan barcode
poopierobroby's review against another edition
dark
emotional
medium-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? N/A
4.0
vtri's review against another edition
3.0
I don't usually like story collections from writers whose novels I liked. But this one was very enjoyable. Different vibe to "The Book of Joan", perhaps even more personal. Enjoyable.
eristellar's review against another edition
challenging
dark
2.75
Rating short story collections is hard. There were a few stories I quite liked (The Organ Runner, Cosmos, How To Lose An I), but most of the stories read like their only purpose was shock value, and I found that very off-putting.
scrubzaddy's review against another edition
dark
emotional
funny
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
3.5
beaniebookbagel's review against another edition
3.0
Not my favorite Yuknavitch. Sometimes I think I’m not tough enough to enjoy her work fully.
leeeech's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
funny
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
5.0
really really enjoyed the audiobook of this, the different narrators for each chapter immersed me in an unexpected way. i was very hesitant when first reading (listening) because short story collections are not a fav of mine, but i am so glad i stepped out of my comfort zone for this book!
melaniedguerra's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
lizgarza84's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
reflective
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? N/A
4.5
gardnerhere's review against another edition
3.0
This one doesn't always work for me, but when it does ("Organ Runner," "Eleventh Commandment," "How to Lose an I") it's exceptional.
katlynmo's review against another edition
4.0
This book is definitely not for the faint of heart; each essay has a new trigger, ranging from sexual harassment, drug use, and much more. However, I felt drawn to the book; I could hardly put it down. I still can't figure out if I truly found the writing style refreshing or if it was just me being continually surprised about the discussion of another taboo subject. I would recommend reading it at least once, but I can't see myself rereading it ever again in the future.