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jackiepreston's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
3.75
franklyfrank's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
mysterious
fast-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? It's complicated
4.0
lucipaca's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
5.0
boggremlin's review against another edition
3.0
An intriguing collection of stories that range from speculation to more "hard" science, "Falling in Love with Hominids" is full of distinct, memorable voices and haunting tales. Not every story in this collection is a hit, but there are many more hits than misses. It's an excellent introduction to the work of Nalo Hopkinson, and it should appeal to fans of Margaret Atwood, Charles DeLint, and Naomi Novik.
the_endless_void's review against another edition
dark
funny
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
mikaiten's review against another edition
4.0
After finishing this collection of short stories I'm desperate to read a full-length novel by this amazing author. The lyrical style of her writing reminds me of some of my favourite urban-fantasy authors, such as Neil Gaiman and Charles DeLint. I couldn't possibly pick a favourite story because each one is so unique and beautiful. I really enjoyed the preface piece for each story, as it provides a small bit of insight into the author's creative process.
cfinnigan's review against another edition
4.0
Fun and fantastical stories. I am ashamed I haven’t heard or read anything else by Nalo Hopkinson. She manages to pack quite the emotional punch in such a small space.