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emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
funny
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Saw this title on a list of books compiled by asking "what one book should every teenager should read?" That's a high bar to set but I was not disappointed. A little hard for me to settle in to (you can read other reviews for inconsistencies if you're so inclined...) but overall I found the story of an alien learning about humanity in all it's beauty and flaws enjoyable. There were several things I wanted to flag to think about later.
One of the most beautiful and insightful books I've read in a long time.
This was a light, fun read about an alien who comes to earth and assumes human form. While initially confused and somewhat repulsed by humans, he eventually comes to appreciate humanity by experiencing simple joys such as petting a dog, eating peanut butter sandwiches, reading the poetry of Emily Dickenson, and listening to the music of The Beach Boys and The Beatles. In following this journey of discovery, the reader is given a different perspective on humankind and an appreciation for the uniqueness that makes us human.
dark
funny
informative
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
I love books where robots or aliens try to make sense of what humanity is and even after pointing out all flaws and inconsistencies they still prefer the pain and struggle of becoming human than living in their perfect organized existence. This is one of the stories. At first, I thought the main character just had a mental breakdown, but it went into alien territory and a lot of humor.
I only had read this author's kids' books, so I enjoyed this one a lot. An essay on what it is to be human with a lot of truths.
I only had read this author's kids' books, so I enjoyed this one a lot. An essay on what it is to be human with a lot of truths.
Our alien narrator murders the smartest mathematician on Earth so humans can’t achieve further advancement. The rest of the universe regards us as disgusting jerks who don’t deserve the possibilities that come with a solved Riemann Hypothesis. He inhabits the mathematician’s body and plans to murder the victim’s friends and family—anyone who he may have shared his findings with. The only problem? He starts to go native.
I think this book is a cute and easy read. It’s a bit silly and writing can be a bit pedantic, but I like the concept. It’s a sweet feel good novel about being human. If you’re feeling really existential and the meaning of life is bothering you, this is a nice little pick me up. Ironically, because it is written by a human presumably, it holds less weight. All in all, a good read.
emotional
funny
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Great writing. Great plot, I was captivated from the moment I started to read this literary gem