A review by dreynoldsbook
The Trees by Percival Everett

funny lighthearted mysterious fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.5

I like where the author’s coming from with this novel. I can’t help but think he came up with the idea whilst having some sort of reverie. I mean, if only!

However I found it a bit shallow despite the subject matter. The characterisation was very surface and the constant humour became strained, as is often the case when an author tries to keep up the funnies in virtually every sentence. Everyone had the same sardonic humour.

It’s a quite easy read because of the snappy paragraphs. And there are some laugh out loud moments.