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ariena's review
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)!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicide, Death, Suicide attempt, Panic attacks/disorders, and Medical content
Moderate: Drug use
Minor: Car accident
teatales's review
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
The only downside was the couple r slurs that were used. Felt of the time but still shitty
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death and Suicide
kalem's review
funny
informative
inspiring
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
I think I have found another favourite book to never remove from my collection.
I bought this book in 2013 when it first came out. I tried to read part of it then but couldn't get through it for whatever reason. It came with me on a trip to Thailand, and it unfortunately was the victim of a spilled bottle of Chang. It has been packed and unpacked with my countless apartment moves, but so some reason I have never donated it.
Well I am so glad that I never got rid of it. This story was so engaging, and so well written. The narrator is a very precocious child, with a wild array of interests who's path one day gets crossed by a cantankerous old man (I kept thinking of Carl from Up).
I never thought I would enjoy a book where conversations about Nietzche are sprinkled in between those of neurobiology, astronomy and Vonnegut.
Definitely a wild ride, and a tear-jerker.
I bought this book in 2013 when it first came out. I tried to read part of it then but couldn't get through it for whatever reason. It came with me on a trip to Thailand, and it unfortunately was the victim of a spilled bottle of Chang. It has been packed and unpacked with my countless apartment moves, but so some reason I have never donated it.
Well I am so glad that I never got rid of it. This story was so engaging, and so well written. The narrator is a very precocious child, with a wild array of interests who's path one day gets crossed by a cantankerous old man (I kept thinking of Carl from Up).
I never thought I would enjoy a book where conversations about Nietzche are sprinkled in between those of neurobiology, astronomy and Vonnegut.
Definitely a wild ride, and a tear-jerker.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Suicide
Minor: Cursing
emjrey's review
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
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
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicide and Death
Moderate: Ableism
lily_k8y's review against another edition
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.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Terminal illness, Grief, Suicide, and Suicide attempt
Moderate: Car accident, Death, Animal death, Bullying, and Drug use
scruffie's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Suicide, Terminal illness, and Animal death
Moderate: Suicidal thoughts and Car accident
Minor: Blood
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