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brokawkristi's review against another edition
This was delightful, charming, funny, and so easy to read at a hectic time of year. Just what I needed.
cvsuthie's review against another edition
3.0
Noooooooooo.
I was loving it so much. Such a sublime yet quirky story where all of the pieces meshed together so perfectly symbiotically..... And then.....
the ending? wtf
i'm like mad
but anyways
honestly just stop 75% through you'll probably be more satisfied than if you read the whole thing
I was loving it so much. Such a sublime yet quirky story where all of the pieces meshed together so perfectly symbiotically..... And then.....
the ending? wtf
i'm like mad
but anyways
honestly just stop 75% through you'll probably be more satisfied than if you read the whole thing
rotewaffel's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
ashleyrich3825's review against another edition
5.0
This is solidly one of my comfort reads.
I don't think I can fully explain why I love it so much; perhaps it's because it details a woman's journey from soul-sucking silicon valley worker to baker and vendor at Mr. Marrow's underground farmer's market. It's a hopeful story that warms my anti-capitalist little heart.
Not to mention there's a bit of friendship and found family wrapped up in it, which was going to win me over from the start.
I suppose Sourdough is, to me, a quirky, strange little story that leaves me feeling hopeful that I can carve out my own little space in our increasingly corporate-dystopian looking world. Its tone is simultaneously warm and a tad uncanny, and it just scratches a particular brain itch.
Also there's sentient sourdough starter, so, take that how you will.
I don't think I can fully explain why I love it so much; perhaps it's because it details a woman's journey from soul-sucking silicon valley worker to baker and vendor at Mr. Marrow's underground farmer's market. It's a hopeful story that warms my anti-capitalist little heart.
Not to mention there's a bit of friendship and found family wrapped up in it, which was going to win me over from the start.
I suppose Sourdough is, to me, a quirky, strange little story that leaves me feeling hopeful that I can carve out my own little space in our increasingly corporate-dystopian looking world. Its tone is simultaneously warm and a tad uncanny, and it just scratches a particular brain itch.
Also there's sentient sourdough starter, so, take that how you will.
hantasticb's review against another edition
adventurous
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? No
3.0
I really thought I would like this book more, but I found it a little ho hum. The main story didn't really keep me going. I think the thing I liked most was the San Francisco setting. The author does a good job of making you feel like you're in all the different places described. I found the main character to be a bit lackluster. I didn't care much about her, so I didn't feel involved in the story. Maybe it was just timing of when I read this book - I can't quite put my finger on why it didn't jive with me, but others may feel differently.
klhtet's review against another edition
4.0
It was harder to read than Mr. Prenumbra's Bookshop. Maybe the robot factor was farther to my little knowledge than the secret cult-ish book club? It was great nonetheless. I love how the starter was used to show human greed. It was a fascinating read and I'll love to read more of Robin Sloan's curious combination of modern and old-school.
celiapowell's review against another edition
4.0
The most perfect little book for this moment in time - a lovely uplifting story about slightly magical sourdough starters and robot arms. The audiobook has snippets of singing that are referred to in the text, which is awesome.
sford7's review against another edition
3.0
Hilarious and thought provoking. The last minute change in point of view was distracting. I'd give his other book a try.
jgaton's review against another edition
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. All of it, even (maybe especially) the weird parts. The best thing about reading this, however, is learning that the Lois Club is a real thing. I am better off for knowing that chapters of the Lois Club exist almost everywhere. Three cheers for Lois(es)!