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readwithchlo's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
alicebme's review against another edition
4.0
Reading this while my family (finally) has COVID, and I just realized that nobody gets sick (cold/flu) in this book. There is quite a bit of attention paid to mental health, however.
I appreciate the happy ending I just read. So much. It was well-earned.
Kevin Wilson’s books have always felt unique and true to me. A little twisted, but full of heart.
I appreciate the happy ending I just read. So much. It was well-earned.
Kevin Wilson’s books have always felt unique and true to me. A little twisted, but full of heart.
surfyrae's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.0
rainbowbookworm's review against another edition
5.0
I'd love to get lost inside Kevin Wilson's mind. He has bizarre ideas and characters that he weaves together into a compelling narrative and this book is no exception.
To say that Dr. Preston Grind has issues would be an understatement. His childhood was an experiment in chaos as his psychologist parents tested child-rearing techniques they pioneered. HIs adult life is lived in the shadow of the tragedy that befell his wife and child. However, a wealthy benefactor has offered to fund his next research project which should be a dream come true: they will create a perfect little world: a true commune where every adult is a surrogate parent for the chosen children.
Isabelle Poole discovered she was pregnant just before her high school graduation. The father is her high school art teacher; a man with a history of mental illness. She tells him the day of her graduation and he unravels and, ultimately, commits suicide. When his wealthy parents suggest that she apply for this experimental community, Isabelle decides to give it a chance and the experience will change not just her life and that of her child, but also that of everyone involved in the day-to-day operations of their compound.
To say that Dr. Preston Grind has issues would be an understatement. His childhood was an experiment in chaos as his psychologist parents tested child-rearing techniques they pioneered. HIs adult life is lived in the shadow of the tragedy that befell his wife and child. However, a wealthy benefactor has offered to fund his next research project which should be a dream come true: they will create a perfect little world: a true commune where every adult is a surrogate parent for the chosen children.
Isabelle Poole discovered she was pregnant just before her high school graduation. The father is her high school art teacher; a man with a history of mental illness. She tells him the day of her graduation and he unravels and, ultimately, commits suicide. When his wealthy parents suggest that she apply for this experimental community, Isabelle decides to give it a chance and the experience will change not just her life and that of her child, but also that of everyone involved in the day-to-day operations of their compound.
hayleyelizabeth__'s review against another edition
3.0
I enjoyed this book but wanted so much more from it. The beginning was great and I really liked Kevin Wilsons writing style but I found the book to be a little boring. I found myself skipping over entire paragraphs because it just didn't seem relevant to the story. I loved the plot but the story itself was lacking.
teresaalice's review against another edition
4.0
What a unique book. Preston Grind, himself a survivor of his child psychologist parents, decides to become one himself and create a perfect little utopia in which ten families come together to raise their children. The Infinity Family Project is born. Izzy, a single 19 year old who finds herself pregnant and abandoned after her school teacher boyfriend kills himself, is introduced to the project as a way out of a life of poverty and struggle. Though there are human failings along the way, I sometimes wonder if this group of weirdos would do a better job than I'm doing as a parent without this type of community support.
aubreymichelle's review
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
arenick's review
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
thenestmakermama's review against another edition
3.0
Although I think the concept was excellent, I'm not sure I ever truly got on board with the storytelling. The ending was mediocre, and the beginning took me a long time to really enjoy. I think Kevin Wilson is an excellent writer, and I want to check out his other books. I feel like the story line for this one could have been so much better. I didn't expect the ending to be all tied up with a perfect bow, which is not how I typically enjoy this type of book!