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The Universe Versus Alex Woods by Gavin Extence

7 reviews

ariena's review

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adventurous emotional funny informative sad medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? N/A
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? N/A
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

Immer noch ein sehr lustiges und trauriges Buch zugleich. Eine wirklich tolle Geschichte über Freundschaft mit interessanten wissenschaftlichen Fakten. Und es hat mich wieder dazu gebracht, Kurt Vonnegut lesen zu wollen (auch wenn ich es wahrscheinlich wieder nicht machen werde)!
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teatales's review

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emotional funny hopeful reflective sad medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No

5.0

This was such a beautiful, sad, funny book. I loved it a lot and cried so much at the end. 

The only downside was the couple r slurs that were used. Felt of the time but still shitty 
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jana_besf's review

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emotional inspiring reflective sad
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No

4.5

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lucym2202's review

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adventurous dark informative sad medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

This book was one of the best books I've ever read. It was super gripping, especially in the end, and I felt like I had to keep reading it!
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emjrey's review

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emotional funny reflective medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Loveable characters? No

3.5

There were a number of things I really liked about this book. I felt Alex's character was fairly fleshed out, I liked the development of the story and how each character fit into the story line. I loved how Alex talked about his seizures and the imagery with his meditation.

I didn't like the casual use of the R word slur. Especially in light of what is clearly a neurodivergent character (I kept expecting a rebuke of some sort, like what happened with the c word and the n word being quoted).

Overall, a good medium paced read
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lily_k8y's review against another edition

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emotional funny reflective relaxing sad medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

I really enjoyed this book! Alex's relationship with Mr. Peterson left me feeling warm and comfortable. Exploring Alex's childhood through his teenage years, it's great to see his character develop as he spends more time with Mr. Peterson. Even though the beginning is almost the ending of the book, I enjoyed getting know how Alex got himself there. Both a funny and a sad read for me.
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twaision's review against another edition

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emotional funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted reflective medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

Es que me encanta, hablo de él todo el rato, Alex me cae súper bien y es súper wholesome todo y tiene found family y lloro. Leedlo. Porfi. Gracias.
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