Reviews

Mr. Penumbra's 24-Hour Bookstore by Robin Sloan

stonemaker's review

adventurous lighthearted mysterious reflective medium-paced

4.25

annabrogan's review

adventurous funny informative fast-paced

4.5

eggjen's review

4.0

This book was a lot of fun to read. It felt kinda like a Rainbow Rowell book from a male perspective with lots of computer programming / social media stuff. I thought the contrast of old technology and new was really interesting and the story itself was compelling. Parts of the story felt formulaic but not in a bad way.

janisreading's review against another edition

lighthearted medium-paced

3.75

whit_knee's review against another edition

adventurous hopeful inspiring lighthearted mysterious

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.25

libraryjen's review

fast-paced

3.0

 This quirky novel doesn't really belong on my mystery-crime shelf, there's no crime, but it does have some mysteries to solve and it doesn't fit anywhere else. So, there it is. It was a quick, fun read with some "ick" moments (his best friend's obsession with boobs was weird) and I hated the way his romantic relationship turned out (it was a big deal in the first half of the book and then the author just kind of forgot about it). 

I feel no compunction to read the prequel short story or to read more from this author (although I'm not opposed to it). Overall, I enjoyed it. 3 solid stars 

brandongryder's review

5.0

I don't give out 5 star reviews very often so believe me when I say how enjoyable this book was. I picked it up last year and did not finish it (can't remember why, but I was a fool for doing so) so I started over. I am so glad that I did. I have not read a book this charming, refreshing and enjoyable in ages. It totally appealed to my geek/maker sides. It has been so long since I've read a book in which every character has redeeming qualities (yes, even you Corvina). Highly, highly recommended.

krista_billings's review

5.0

This was a really fun read! I enjoyed it.

martianfollicles's review

adventurous funny inspiring lighthearted mysterious reflective fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Loveable characters? Yes

5.0

b_dav1s's review

adventurous lighthearted mysterious medium-paced

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

3.0