Reviews

The Last Man by Jean-Baptiste Cousin de Grainville

ari_rae23's review

adventurous challenging dark medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes

3.5

I had to read this book for a college course, it is not something I would normally seek out on my own. On that note though, I am glad to have read it. I enjoyed the way that Grainville humanized the characters in a way that stands the test of time. The only pieces of the book that seem dated are the flowery language he used, but I rather enjoyed that part. The way the author took events and characters from the Bible and put his own spin on something we all, as inhabitants of this planet, think about was very captivating. The self-preservation that was sought after by the Spirit of the Earth, The Last Man, and all that they encounter was a common theme throughout. How would you handle two opposing spiritual forces trying to give you guidance? Would you follow the path that aligns with your heart and what you want to do? Or follow the one you know to be true?

hjung's review

adventurous dark slow-paced

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

2.25