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A review by annchmn
Odessa by Jonathan Hill
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
The art was really cool!! It caught my attention with the two toned colour scheme. Though it was a bit chaotic at times (like too much packed into one frame), though it was cool to see all the details.
The premise of the story was interesting, but it could have been developed way more, whether it be the back story of the disaster, or the journey itself. It felt like I jumped straight into the story too fast, yet the plot was quite short (though it’s a series).
I also think the story telling could have been more selective and efficient, as the story felt too linear (don’t know if that’s the right description) and short compared to the book length.
The book was mainly told through dialogue, but I wish it was balanced out by thoughts or something. I also didn’t love the dialogue that much.
One last thing: I didn’t expect that frame of the dead bodies hanging by nooses which was a bit disturbing.
The premise of the story was interesting, but it could have been developed way more, whether it be the back story of the disaster, or the journey itself. It felt like I jumped straight into the story too fast, yet the plot was quite short (though it’s a series).
I also think the story telling could have been more selective and efficient, as the story felt too linear (don’t know if that’s the right description) and short compared to the book length.
The book was mainly told through dialogue, but I wish it was balanced out by thoughts or something. I also didn’t love the dialogue that much.
One last thing: I didn’t expect
Graphic: Death, Gun violence, Violence, Blood, Kidnapping, Murder, and Abandonment
Moderate: Alcohol and Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Cannibalism