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rashaela's review against another edition
2.5
I loved the concept and the tone of this book, but I don't feel like it went anywhere. Or maybe I just didn't get it. I enjoyed the writing style and would be open to reading his other works.
menglert's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
slow-paced
3.5
I can't really explain why but this just wasn't really for me. I think it teetered on the edge of being metaphorical and literal when I usually enjoy books that are either one or the other most.
teavani's review against another edition
3.0
3.5
read in 3 days
university library
set in a future dystopia - we follow klara, an artificial friend to josie, a sick child
very intentionally written as to not give too much away about the world building, which was a bit jarring - sometimes i just wanna know what’s going on!!
the first 1/3 was slow, the second 1/3 was interesting and had good build up, but the last 1/4ish of the plot arc lost me. didn’t really relate to a big moment that happened around 2/3rds through. it was still a good book but not something i’d reach for again.
i thought it would have more focus on human nature and loneliness like many others have mentioned.
read in 3 days
university library
set in a future dystopia - we follow klara, an artificial friend to josie, a sick child
very intentionally written as to not give too much away about the world building, which was a bit jarring - sometimes i just wanna know what’s going on!!
the first 1/3 was slow, the second 1/3 was interesting and had good build up, but the last 1/4ish of the plot arc lost me. didn’t really relate to a big moment that happened around 2/3rds through. it was still a good book but not something i’d reach for again.
i thought it would have more focus on human nature and loneliness like many others have mentioned.
luiscamargo's review against another edition
3.0
I did not really enjoy my time reading this book; Most pages felt like a chore to get through, and had so much unnecessary details. I will admit, I did enjoy the characters and the first half of the book.
steph_jones89's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
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? It's complicated
5.0
chelseabeep's review against another edition
emotional
mysterious
relaxing
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
This book keeps mysterious elements of the plot concealed throughout. Only revealed in passing. There is only one or two major expository scenes and the rest is revealed slowly or not at all. I loved it!! Kept me guessing and curious!
stellaaa1102's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
ebutterwrth's review against another edition
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5