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The Unlikely Escape of Uriah Heep by H.G. Parry

6 reviews

mxjx's review against another edition

adventurous dark medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated

4.0

Rob and Charley's brotherly bond feels instantly relatable, anchoring a narrative where the boundary between fiction and reality blurs. In "The Unlikely Escape of Uriah Heep," Charley's ability to summon literary characters into the real world adds a unique twist to their dynamic. As the story unfolds, it delves into the profound influence of storytelling on our lives and relationships.

What struck me most was the exploration of how our experiences as readers can shape the characters we encounter in literature, mirroring how our interactions with others can influence their growth and development. Characters like Sherlock Holmes and Heathcliff come to life, their personalities evolving in response to the world around them, much like real people.

While the narrative delves into darker themes and encounters pacing issues, its examination of how stories shape our perceptions and interactions resonated deeply with me. Despite its flaws, the book's celebration of storytelling's impact on both fictional and real worlds offers a gratifying reading experience. It serves as a poignant reminder of the profound connection between the stories we consume and the people we become.

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ijustreallyliketrees's review against another edition

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mysterious slow-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? Yes

4.25

The idea and the world was cool but it didn't quite live up to my expectations. I did enjoy it but I thought I would love it.

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heatherinthenether's review

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adventurous 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

5.0

A phenomenally literary adventure

This is an amazing story full of unexpected details and incredible characters. If you love books, it’s a must read.

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katie_345's review against another edition

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adventurous emotional funny lighthearted mysterious tense medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

Page 91 and loving it, it’s complicated and witty and I get the sense that the author really loves reading

320- I knew it was

Beth!

Ooo the drama, mrs Sutherland.

366- I knew it was

moriarty

Great ending, it was just right I loved it.

Overall, I absolutely loved it, everything was perfect. I loved how there were romantic relationships but the real focus was on the family relationships. Even if you haven’t read Dickens you can still enjoy the book greatly like I have, however you may loose out on some of the character references (but it’s not a deal Breaker)

“Phrases are important”

“Stories are built from words” - Charley

“I can’t just reach in and pull out a hotdog because the protagonist eats one on page twenty-six.”- Charley

“you’ve got a whole bloody library here!”-rob

“Apparently I was crowding the great master of Microsoft excel, and then my shadow was.”-rob

“I’m a gothic masterpiece” - Dorian grey

“I have no idea what that was about. Dickens.” - Rob

“You tied me up and put me in a closet” - charley

“I really need to read David copperfield” - rob

“We were drowning in a sea of pronouns” - rob

“It needed therapy, not literary analysis”- rob

“Your brother thinks your the best and wisest man in this world” - Uriah Heep