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andotherworlds's review against another edition
4.0
4 // luv lemony; as per emma pod recommendation + just as fabulous as advertised
kimberwieg's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
informative
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.5
hlflosser's review against another edition
5.0
This book was such a fun read. It is short and of course his writing is in all different directions but so are my thoughts so we got along well. Lol
idahobekah's review against another edition
4.0
This book is more philosophical than plot-based, but surprisingly I really enjoyed my time with it. I thought it’d take me a shorter time to read due to its length, but this book really makes you think; I had to take several breaks in reading as this book is anything but passive.
I read this as an audiobook narrated by Patrick Warburton, who did an incredible job. Was I picturing Kronk the entire time? No, mostly just in the beginning! His narration didn’t detract at all, and just for the first couple lines it gives off the same vibes as “The poison for Kuzco, Kuzco’s poision,” scene from Emperor’s New Groove
Overall, if you liked Lemony Snicket’s logic explanations and definitions during The Series of Unfortunate Events, then there’s a pretty good chance this is for you. It is bewildering, confusing, and eye-opening in the best way. The best part of this book is all of the callbacks in later chapters to the earlier chapters. It brings it full circle and makes the philosophical thinking so much more engaging and worth it.
I read this as an audiobook narrated by Patrick Warburton, who did an incredible job. Was I picturing Kronk the entire time? No, mostly just in the beginning! His narration didn’t detract at all, and just for the first couple lines it gives off the same vibes as “The poison for Kuzco, Kuzco’s poision,” scene from Emperor’s New Groove
Overall, if you liked Lemony Snicket’s logic explanations and definitions during The Series of Unfortunate Events, then there’s a pretty good chance this is for you. It is bewildering, confusing, and eye-opening in the best way. The best part of this book is all of the callbacks in later chapters to the earlier chapters. It brings it full circle and makes the philosophical thinking so much more engaging and worth it.
empressapplewhite's review against another edition
5.0
I have so much love for this little book! Thoughtful and witty. Contemplative and hilarious. A brilliant read for writers or anyone who loves books. Reading this with a nice cup of coffee was a great way to spend an afternoon.
adammuly's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
juliajeffress's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
4.5
suchallie's review against another edition
dark
funny
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.5
This was a cute little read, not my usual style (and as the jacket says, not Snicket’s either), but it was fun to try something new! There were some moments where I was laughing so bonus points for that and for the nostalgia.
kennnedyexe's review against another edition
5.0
an extremely wonderful and warm book with wonderful insights into egg preparation, regret, inspiration, and kissing.
a staple in my mind among every book I've ever read. going to the library as I type.
a staple in my mind among every book I've ever read. going to the library as I type.