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ejc112's review
dark
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
stevequinn's review against another edition
2.0
So not for me. Very nonsensical, satirical and completely irritating. I couldn't finish the last piece.
xenamollie's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? No
4.25
icecreamemperor's review against another edition
dark
funny
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Kind of the same story over and over but it's a funny and interesting and well-written story.
danahuff's review against another edition
2.0
This collection was uneven for me. I really liked the first story, but I didn't really enjoy any of the others, though each story had moments that I liked. As a whole, it just didn't come together for me.
clarkness's review against another edition
5.0
What a fantastic collection of short stories! Especially gripping were "The Wavemaker Falters" and "Offloading for Mrs. Schwartz". It was such an interesting way to present flawed characters with the best of intentions. Despite having their hearts in the right place, these characters can't cope with the ruthless society surrounding them and are swallowed whole. Heartbreaking and wonderful.
samsapeach's review against another edition
5.0
Genius. Hilarious. Dark. Disturbing. Beautiful. Sadistic. An lol kind of book.
marthaweeze's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0