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3.7 AVERAGE
3.7 AVERAGE
*3.5 stars. Every now and then I come across a book that I end up liking, and it really surprises me! I don't even play Minecraft, and I know virtually nothing about it. But I ended up really liking this one, which was about a sentient Minecraft avatar who woke up on the Island and all its cube-shaped weirdness. I thought it was really funny actually, and I listened to the audiobook, which was narrated by Jack Black. So that endeared me to it instantly. In fact, I wanted to rate it higher but then I had to acknowledge that it was because of Jack Black. If he hadn't been narrating I don't think I would have loved it QUITE as much, but it was still pretty decent. Good for middle-grade readers I would say!
It was cute, but it was quite like watching someone play the game. Better to audiobook (Samira Wiley!) than read. I think kids would really enjoy it, though.
I found this book at a little free library!
Going into this, I was conflicted. On one hand, “it’s Max Brooks! The author of World War Z! This will be great, and since I’m a fan of Minecraft, doubley so” ! On the other “this would probably be childish and be way below me in terms of reading and comprehension level”. what I got was one of the best books I’ve read so far in terms of video game novels, it was both completely faithful to the games and kept the lore going, as well as give tons of pop culture references which I didn’t expect. One of the easiest ways I can describe this to an outsider; imagine the Martian’s (Andy Weir) style of day by day documenting things, within a video game world where everything is cube and you’re the only one in this world. I truly loved this and I can’t wait to read the other by Max Brooks he’s also written. 5 out of 5 stars.
Going into this, I was conflicted. On one hand, “it’s Max Brooks! The author of World War Z! This will be great, and since I’m a fan of Minecraft, doubley so” ! On the other “this would probably be childish and be way below me in terms of reading and comprehension level”. what I got was one of the best books I’ve read so far in terms of video game novels, it was both completely faithful to the games and kept the lore going, as well as give tons of pop culture references which I didn’t expect. One of the easiest ways I can describe this to an outsider; imagine the Martian’s (Andy Weir) style of day by day documenting things, within a video game world where everything is cube and you’re the only one in this world. I truly loved this and I can’t wait to read the other by Max Brooks he’s also written. 5 out of 5 stars.
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Character
This story didn’t only keep me engaged by teasing how events might be taking a turn next, but also because of the small details, the little references to the actual Minecraft gaming experience that just wanted to make me burst out: “YES, I know how you feel, because this happened to me too!” so many times. Probably less enjoyable, but I’m curious if the writing style could satisfy non-Minecraft-players.
Had to listen to the audiobook when I heard Jack Black was narrating. I loved it!
adventurous
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Literally no other genre can be as fun and unbothered as Minecraft. I'm posting the Minecraft life lessons to my wall immediately. On to the next!
adventurous
funny
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Honestly, this book is better than it has any right to be. But I suppose that should be expected when it's written by the same guy who wrote World War Z. This book is a very quick paced, easy to read adventure set within the world of Minecraft. It seeks to answer the age-old question of what you would do if you suddenly awoke in the world of Minecraft, alone and scared.
The target audience for this book is clearly fairly young kids but adults can definitely still enjoy it. Written with Brooks' trademark voice, the prose is a whole lot of fun to read. The book is very aware of what it is and it pokes fun at the kind of story it's telling while still coming across as wholly genuine.
It's a book that should please fans of Minecraft, both young and old. And for everyone else, it's a fairly enjoyable read in a unique universe. It's worth a shot - it won't take you too long to read, anyway.
The target audience for this book is clearly fairly young kids but adults can definitely still enjoy it. Written with Brooks' trademark voice, the prose is a whole lot of fun to read. The book is very aware of what it is and it pokes fun at the kind of story it's telling while still coming across as wholly genuine.
It's a book that should please fans of Minecraft, both young and old. And for everyone else, it's a fairly enjoyable read in a unique universe. It's worth a shot - it won't take you too long to read, anyway.
lighthearted
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
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