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reydeam's review against another edition
4.0
This book and I got along well; it has many of the elements that I love in storytelling—aspects of historical fiction, time-skips, sci-fi, strong lead female, relationships that build vs insta-love, a plot with twists and turns and a good pace.
Do not expect a deep book, because it is not—it is a quick, easy and engaging read that is satisfying. There is suspense; I did not know what was going to happen, and at one point, the storyline made mush out of my emotions. It has witty dialogue with characters that are well played and nicely developed (for the first book in a series). The plot is clever and amusing but I will admit the time-skips may frustrate some due to the lack of explanation/rules. I had no issues there because it didn't feel chaotic nor at the author's whim. The ability to time travel just simply existed plus they used the same device and reason for the travel.
Most important to me, One Damn Thing After Another was a super fun reading adventure. The story was mesmerizing.
Do not expect a deep book, because it is not—it is a quick, easy and engaging read that is satisfying. There is suspense; I did not know what was going to happen, and at one point, the storyline made mush out of my emotions. It has witty dialogue with characters that are well played and nicely developed (for the first book in a series). The plot is clever and amusing but I will admit the time-skips may frustrate some due to the lack of explanation/rules. I had no issues there because it didn't feel chaotic nor at the author's whim. The ability to time travel just simply existed plus they used the same device and reason for the travel.
Most important to me, One Damn Thing After Another was a super fun reading adventure. The story was mesmerizing.
sl2p2's review against another edition
funny
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
2.0
heathergstl's review against another edition
5.0
Fabulous and amazing as expected after reading book 0.5!!
inkspren's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
lessa_riel's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
bosham_belle's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
lgaddy's review against another edition
4.0
Great for fans of Jasper Fforde!
Lots of fun, in one moment youre laughing out loud and in the next you're sad. Loved the sense of humor. Plot-wise I was never really sure where it was going and I wished more time had been spent with the villain, but perhaps that will be developed more in the rest of the series. I'll be reading the next one.
Lots of fun, in one moment youre laughing out loud and in the next you're sad. Loved the sense of humor. Plot-wise I was never really sure where it was going and I wished more time had been spent with the villain, but perhaps that will be developed more in the rest of the series. I'll be reading the next one.