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a_denney's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
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? N/A
5.0
redbeard92's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.75
One those short books that makes you feel in so many ways. I read it one sitting and was glad to do so.
Live, death, grief, and the wrestling of losing who you are. A perfect library book.
Live, death, grief, and the wrestling of losing who you are. A perfect library book.
cookewitch's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.0
A short novella, and it made me sob π
I love this author β£οΈ
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I love this author β£οΈ
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janagaton's review against another edition
5.0
"She was a force of nature. Everything I am came from her; she was my Big Bang."
meaghanjohns's review against another edition
5.0
βDeath is a slow drum. It counts every beat. We can't haggle with it for more time.β
Oh, boy. This one made me cry.
This is a story about a man coming to terms with his mind failing before his body. The man is a father and a grandfather, and he has lived a life filled with both pride and regret. As his mind begins to fail, he struggles to retain his memories of the people who matter to him most.
At the beginning of the novella, Backman indicates that he had originally written the story for himself before deciding to publish it more widely. I'm grateful for that decision, because he characterizes the experience of dementia, and the people affected by it, with deep compassion and empathy. Backman writes about loss and all of the anger and grief that comes with it, but he also includes an unexpected humour and sense of hope.
If you're looking for a quick read with a mountain of emotion, this is the book for you.
Oh, boy. This one made me cry.
This is a story about a man coming to terms with his mind failing before his body. The man is a father and a grandfather, and he has lived a life filled with both pride and regret. As his mind begins to fail, he struggles to retain his memories of the people who matter to him most.
At the beginning of the novella, Backman indicates that he had originally written the story for himself before deciding to publish it more widely. I'm grateful for that decision, because he characterizes the experience of dementia, and the people affected by it, with deep compassion and empathy. Backman writes about loss and all of the anger and grief that comes with it, but he also includes an unexpected humour and sense of hope.
If you're looking for a quick read with a mountain of emotion, this is the book for you.
rellimreads's review against another edition
4.0
If you're in need of a short story that packs an emotional punch - this is it.
A hauntingly beautiful and sad audio about a man with dementia who is dying. His conversations with his grandson, son, and late wife offer a look into not only their perspective - but what he may be feeling and experiencing as well.
There's definitely a commentary on familial relationships - good and difficult - as well.
Narraton:
I think this packed a bigger emotional punch because I listened to it. David Morse's narration was beautiful. He brings grandpa, Ted, & Noah to life.
Note:
While wonderful - I feel this is overpriced. $5.99 for a short story that is only 80% of the ebook length (same cost for an hour long audio) is disappointing. I'm definitely glad I borrowed it from the library.
A hauntingly beautiful and sad audio about a man with dementia who is dying. His conversations with his grandson, son, and late wife offer a look into not only their perspective - but what he may be feeling and experiencing as well.
There's definitely a commentary on familial relationships - good and difficult - as well.
Narraton:
I think this packed a bigger emotional punch because I listened to it. David Morse's narration was beautiful. He brings grandpa, Ted, & Noah to life.
Note:
While wonderful - I feel this is overpriced. $5.99 for a short story that is only 80% of the ebook length (same cost for an hour long audio) is disappointing. I'm definitely glad I borrowed it from the library.