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3.87 AVERAGE
3.87 AVERAGE
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
challenging
emotional
reflective
sad
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
N/A
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal death, Death
dark
emotional
hopeful
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
N/A
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This book contains sequential poems about grief and of course, taxidermy.
I found the overall topic interesting and I really enjoyed how descriptive the language was. The author wrote in a way that made you feel like you were there.
The reason why I didn't give it 5 stars is because these type of books are not my type. Other than that, it was an enjoyable read.
I found the overall topic interesting and I really enjoyed how descriptive the language was. The author wrote in a way that made you feel like you were there.
The reason why I didn't give it 5 stars is because these type of books are not my type. Other than that, it was an enjoyable read.
3.5
This is the first full length book that I have read in free verse & I wasn’t expecting it.
It is quick to read and it didn’t take me long to get used to it which was refreshing.
It explores living in a country where you are not accepted, death, friendship, pushbacks from family about what you want to do with your life, loss & grief.
I would definitely try another verse book by this author but it wasn’t really my preferred style.
This is the first full length book that I have read in free verse & I wasn’t expecting it.
It is quick to read and it didn’t take me long to get used to it which was refreshing.
It explores living in a country where you are not accepted, death, friendship, pushbacks from family about what you want to do with your life, loss & grief.
I would definitely try another verse book by this author but it wasn’t really my preferred style.
dark
emotional
hopeful
reflective
sad
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
The Art of Taxidermy is about a young girl struggling to deal with her mothers death. To help her deal with this she becomes obsessed with taxidermy - much to the distaste of her aunt.
The writing in this book was beautiful. The author managed to keep the story interesting but the writing lyrical without slowing the story down.
I connected easily with Lottie. I found myself able to connect to her feelings and to see everything through her eyes. However, I did feel somewhat indifferent and disconnected from every other character in the story. It didn't spoil the book for me but at times I found it difficult to fully immerse myself.
Another thing I struggled with was the frequent bouncing from one idea to the next, it left me confused and I struggled to follow on to the next focus. It was often hard to pick out what the actual plot is was and where it was going.
I admire the fact it was written in verse form. It must be so difficult to tell a story in this format - having to keep up with the story whilst also keeping in time with the rhythm and format.
Overall, even with the minor issues, I enjoyed the book, especially the writing. I look forward to reading more from this author in the future.
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal death, Grief
Moderate: Child death, Death, Death of parent
Minor: Racial slurs
I accidentally the whole thing in one sitting because I loved the writing style, I loved the content, and I really loved reading this.
It was really good, and unexpected twist as well.
I really liked reading about someone with interests in things a little more alternative and how this interest lead them to a career they will love.
It was really good, and unexpected twist as well.
I really liked reading about someone with interests in things a little more alternative and how this interest lead them to a career they will love.