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olive_oile's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
reflective
3.0
The first book was better but I still liked this one. I understand the ending was left open for future books but I think it may have been better to tie things up - how much older can Alan get?
mattyzmom's review against another edition
3.0
This story is in the same vain as Forrest Gump as the 101 year old man goes on adventures that are being ones imagining. The entertaining element was the author's opinion of country leaders.
This book is solely for entertainment, as most books are but this one does not make you think. It is more of a guilty pleasure.
This book is solely for entertainment, as most books are but this one does not make you think. It is more of a guilty pleasure.
anetkaa's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
andieevalee's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
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? Yes
3.25
mekavbev97's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
shalot's review against another edition
2.0
Doesn't have the same charm as the first book. Heavy with current political issues and leaders, who I read to escape from so I really didn't appreciate that. Made it 30% into the book and decided I had enough.
sebeme's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
3.5
holster612's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
life_full_ofbooks's review against another edition
3.0
2.5 Stars rounded up to 3.
While Allan is the same bumbling old man who happens to insert himself into every current event this book isn’t anywhere near as cute or whimsical as the first one. This book focuses mostly on the political climate of 2016-2017. I got the feeling the sole reason for this book was to touch on the politics that took place in the United States, North Korea, Russia, and Germany. Like the first one, this book ended very abruptly. I understand the author might not be willing to let Allan go but to end it without closure is lazy writing.
While Allan is the same bumbling old man who happens to insert himself into every current event this book isn’t anywhere near as cute or whimsical as the first one. This book focuses mostly on the political climate of 2016-2017. I got the feeling the sole reason for this book was to touch on the politics that took place in the United States, North Korea, Russia, and Germany. Like the first one, this book ended very abruptly. I understand the author might not be willing to let Allan go but to end it without closure is lazy writing.
sandyjhutti's review against another edition
4.0
I needed something brainless (and maybe witty) to get me through some rough days and God/Audible sales delivered. Alan continues to be a no-shits-given kinda man who is sharp, silly, and everything I want to be if I ever get to see 101. Life is all about adventures, right?
I do think that Julius is an Alan in the making and Sabine's intolerance towards Alan got on my nerves.
I do think that Julius is an Alan in the making and Sabine's intolerance towards Alan got on my nerves.