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4.23 AVERAGE
4.23 AVERAGE
This was a delightful story that I didn’t want to end. There is so much to love about it. Every character is entertaining, especially the genius dog who helps with science experiments and parenting a human child. The time period is a character in itself as it shapes peoples’ behaviours and circumstances. The book hilariously critiques patriarchy, 1950’s societal norms, religion, and science. I think what I love most is that its main character is firmly principled, honest, and determined. Her refusal/inability to fit in highlights the absurdity of the world around her in contrast. It makes me wonder what could be if I never doubted myself despite outside pressures.
i dont think i’ve ever cried more or harder during a book. i lost count how many times.
emotional
informative
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
funny
inspiring
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
I must admit.. I was very hesitant to read this. To be quite honest, I’m not even sure I knew what the book was supposed to be about before I started - but this was chosen as a book club book, so I took the leap.
And OMG am I glad I did!!! I LOVED this book!! Such a creative and empowering storyline. Did I fight back some tears along the way?? You bet. But it was completely worth it.
This book touched on so many life subjects (oppression, sexism, grief, resilience) and did it in such a delicate & beautiful way.
This is one I would absolutely recommend & has been put on my list to re-read sometime in the future.
And OMG am I glad I did!!! I LOVED this book!! Such a creative and empowering storyline. Did I fight back some tears along the way?? You bet. But it was completely worth it.
This book touched on so many life subjects (oppression, sexism, grief, resilience) and did it in such a delicate & beautiful way.
This is one I would absolutely recommend & has been put on my list to re-read sometime in the future.
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
This is an entertaining, women-are-smart and can-be-scientists story. Fun to read. It is odd and fun that the dog's point-of-view is included in the book. I hear it's a good tv show too (on Apple TV, which I don't have).