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whatkatiedidread's review against another edition
emotional
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
5.0
kaikai1618's review against another edition
4.5 stars. What I liked about this book was the flawed character and the writing full of so many wise words and thoughts. It was very well written and the book didn't really have a main plot point, but it was just a story line. And I think that's realistic. That through this book different things happen but it's really just about the things that come with life experiences and how these people need to figure out more about themselves and what to do.
I can see why people wouldn't like this book that much because it doesn't have a very exciting drive, but this book was still very enjoyable for me. This author writes such beautiful and real stories that help me learn more about people in these situations. And Man does he have a way with words with all these beautiful metaphors about whistling in the dark and the amazing wisdom that Sal's dad imparts on everyone like a sage. I mean yes drama(I guess I can just call it that?) did happen to keep the book moving along, (Kinda not really spoilery *********)but it was interesting that this book didn't have some sort of major climax but went on the way life does even when something bad happens.
Life doesn't always have exiting or tragic occorances in the order or way we think it will. I mean you think beginning, middle build up, climax, ending. But this book wasn't like that, and didn't fit the typical format. Instead it when through day to day situations where we get to know characters and their situations along with the "drama" that comes up. Drama is just a substitute because I don't want to give anything away. Or else I would use other words to describe what takes place.
Anyway I just think that it's good when books these days aren't in the same mold and bring something new to the table. I just found that style pretty authentic.
I can see why people wouldn't like this book that much because it doesn't have a very exciting drive, but this book was still very enjoyable for me. This author writes such beautiful and real stories that help me learn more about people in these situations. And Man does he have a way with words with all these beautiful metaphors about whistling in the dark and the amazing wisdom that Sal's dad imparts on everyone like a sage. I mean yes drama(I guess I can just call it that?) did happen to keep the book moving along, (Kinda not really spoilery *********)but it was interesting that this book didn't have some sort of major climax but went on the way life does even when something bad happens.
Life doesn't always have exiting or tragic occorances in the order or way we think it will. I mean you think beginning, middle build up, climax, ending. But this book wasn't like that, and didn't fit the typical format. Instead it when through day to day situations where we get to know characters and their situations along with the "drama" that comes up. Drama is just a substitute because I don't want to give anything away. Or else I would use other words to describe what takes place.
Anyway I just think that it's good when books these days aren't in the same mold and bring something new to the table. I just found that style pretty authentic.
nevyspytatelnypagac's review against another edition
3.0
3.5
the definition of emotional rollercoaster
the definition of emotional rollercoaster
leafblade's review against another edition
4.0
FIRST READ:
Benjamin has a way with words. Both of the books I've read by him feel like home, you can tell he's lived death and love and friendship and family. I'm speechless.
SECOND READ:
I'm bumping it down to 4 stars, which isn't a bad rating by any means but I just don't think this is a 5/5 anymore. It still made me feel things I didn't want to feel and it still felt like home, though.
Benjamin has a way with words. Both of the books I've read by him feel like home, you can tell he's lived death and love and friendship and family. I'm speechless.
SECOND READ:
I'm bumping it down to 4 stars, which isn't a bad rating by any means but I just don't think this is a 5/5 anymore. It still made me feel things I didn't want to feel and it still felt like home, though.
alguienmescucha's review against another edition
5.0
Hermoso, hermoso, hermoso. Creo que no me alcanzan ni los caracteres que da Goodreads para poder decir todo lo que me gustaría de este libro.
Empecemos con el principio. Benjamín Alire Sáenz habló de escribir este libro meses después de perder a un familiar muy querido para él. Yo perdí un familiar muy querido hace tres meses. Así que creo que fue el momento perfecto para leer este libro.
Ahora, este libro lidia muchísimo con el duelo. Así que si la muerte y el duelo son temas que ustedes encuentran sensibles, mejor dejen este libro para después.
Yo no había leído nada de este autor antes, así que este fue mi primer acercamiento. Y me encantó. La manera que tiene el autor de narrar. Es sutil, y tranquila, y muy linda. Esta lectura me calmó mucho, y soy sincera, no puedo esperar a releerlo.
La historia del protagonista, con su padre (un Atticus Finch moderno), y sus mejores amigos, sumado a la gran cantidad de cultura Mexicana y centroamericana que se presenta, fue una bocanada de aire fresco para la literatura juvenil. Y también me hizo preguntarme: ¿Por qué nunca hablamos de la muerte? Ni con familia, ni con amigos, ni en el colegio.
Como estudiante, y habiendo leído incontables libros para el colegio y la universidad, me di cuenta que nunca se buscan libros que traten de las emociones tan profundamente como lo hace este libro. Y si bien la narrativa y la trama y la historia son importantes, me hubiera encantado leer algo así, un poco más emocional.
Además, creo que es una lectura importante, por los sentimientos que atraviesa el protagonista, que está justamente en su último año de colegio. Espero realmente que en el futuro, podamos hablar del final de la vida un poco más libremente. Y que en la escuela, esa segunda casa de los chicos, no nos alejemos tanto de esto. Porque estas cosas pasan, y es peor dejar a los chicos para nada preparados.
En fin, lean este libro. Creo que les va a gustar más allá de todo. Y van a sentir muchas cosas, así que les recomiendo leerlo tapados con una manta, con un tecito al lado y pañuelitos por las dudas.
Empecemos con el principio. Benjamín Alire Sáenz habló de escribir este libro meses después de perder a un familiar muy querido para él. Yo perdí un familiar muy querido hace tres meses. Así que creo que fue el momento perfecto para leer este libro.
Ahora, este libro lidia muchísimo con el duelo. Así que si la muerte y el duelo son temas que ustedes encuentran sensibles, mejor dejen este libro para después.
Yo no había leído nada de este autor antes, así que este fue mi primer acercamiento. Y me encantó. La manera que tiene el autor de narrar. Es sutil, y tranquila, y muy linda. Esta lectura me calmó mucho, y soy sincera, no puedo esperar a releerlo.
La historia del protagonista, con su padre (un Atticus Finch moderno), y sus mejores amigos, sumado a la gran cantidad de cultura Mexicana y centroamericana que se presenta, fue una bocanada de aire fresco para la literatura juvenil. Y también me hizo preguntarme: ¿Por qué nunca hablamos de la muerte? Ni con familia, ni con amigos, ni en el colegio.
Como estudiante, y habiendo leído incontables libros para el colegio y la universidad, me di cuenta que nunca se buscan libros que traten de las emociones tan profundamente como lo hace este libro. Y si bien la narrativa y la trama y la historia son importantes, me hubiera encantado leer algo así, un poco más emocional.
Además, creo que es una lectura importante, por los sentimientos que atraviesa el protagonista, que está justamente en su último año de colegio. Espero realmente que en el futuro, podamos hablar del final de la vida un poco más libremente. Y que en la escuela, esa segunda casa de los chicos, no nos alejemos tanto de esto. Porque estas cosas pasan, y es peor dejar a los chicos para nada preparados.
En fin, lean este libro. Creo que les va a gustar más allá de todo. Y van a sentir muchas cosas, así que les recomiendo leerlo tapados con una manta, con un tecito al lado y pañuelitos por las dudas.
joanna1905's review against another edition
3.0
After reading Aristotle and Dante I thought I would give this a go, but unfortunately, this wasn't nearly as good.
Three cheers for awesome representation - this was the first time I've ever read a book with a Gay father.
I f**king love Sal's dad and their relationship are amazing - he is such a good dad and they have such a healthy relationship.
I wasn't a big fan of Sam, she was kind of rude (especially to Fito early on) - she wasn't unlikeable but I just didn't really click with her character.
It was so ironic to me that Sam's mother went off at her saying that she was going to end up a stripper and then proceeded to confiscate her college applications - because apparently taking away your kids chance at higher education is the best way to prevent her from ending up a stripper?
I also loved what a good guy Salv is, he never once gets jealous about sharing his father with Sam and Fito - who both desperately need a positive parental influence.
Not going to lie I was waiting for Salv to start dating Fito or Sam - And I think the lack of romance in Salvs life impacted how much I liked this book.
Overall, I did like this book but not nearly as much as A&D (however I did listen to that on audiobook so perhaps that changed the reading experience).
Three cheers for awesome representation - this was the first time I've ever read a book with a Gay father.
I f**king love Sal's dad and their relationship are amazing - he is such a good dad and they have such a healthy relationship.
I wasn't a big fan of Sam, she was kind of rude (especially to Fito early on) - she wasn't unlikeable but I just didn't really click with her character.
It was so ironic to me that Sam's mother went off at her saying that she was going to end up a stripper and then proceeded to confiscate her college applications - because apparently taking away your kids chance at higher education is the best way to prevent her from ending up a stripper?
I also loved what a good guy Salv is, he never once gets jealous about sharing his father with Sam and Fito - who both desperately need a positive parental influence.
Not going to lie I was waiting for Salv to start dating Fito or Sam - And I think the lack of romance in Salvs life impacted how much I liked this book.
Overall, I did like this book but not nearly as much as A&D (however I did listen to that on audiobook so perhaps that changed the reading experience).
simobae's review against another edition
emotional
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
janagaton's review against another edition
5.0
I decided to pick up The Inexplicable Logic of My Life because I remember loving Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe by Saenz when I read it a few years ago, and it did not disappoint! So much goes on in this book, and the characters go through a lot of emotional trauma at a young age, and it was just SO. GOOD. It's about love, friendship, family, growing up, and all that good stuff that warms your heart until the very end.
codysseus's review against another edition
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
2.5