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flyintothestorm's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Graphic: Murder, War, Rape, and Violence
twintails_industries's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
Graphic: Murder, Rape, Violence, and War
5erinnicole's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Several plots and themes felt as I would expect something written in 1959 to feel. The Sci fi style of that era is much different than I am used to, but still read like a romp in space.
There were strong ethical questions raised, as well as the overwhelming preoccupation with what is the point of life.
I look forward to discussing this with my bookclub.
Moderate: Rape, Sexual assault, and War
flox98's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
2.5
Moderate: Violence, Rape, War, Sexual violence, and Murder
gomoon's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Minor: War, Sexual assault, and Slavery
paulwesterberg's review
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Graphic: Violence, Death, and Murder
Moderate: Alcohol, War, and Misogyny
Minor: Rape and Forced institutionalization
littlebrittofthis's review
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Two rich, privileged men, one who seems to have divine luck, and one who has perhaps found how to manufacture such luck, sit at the center of this novel. An alien invasion, interplanetary travel, an ether between what we know and what we will see in the future, and the question of predestination: this novel covers a variety of topics in a short span of time.
To spare any spoilers from this absolute ride, I can only recommend this. This is Vonnegut’s second published book and it didn’t take him very long in his career to find his voice. The short paragraphs, snappy sentences, black humor, and satirical wit are all on show here, it’s astounding that he was able to develop his unique style so early in his career. Vonnegut seemingly allowed his thoughts to flow more freely, jumping from the implications of time travel, to love and purpose and happiness, to the centered question: does mankind truly have free will?
It’s absurd, it’s funny, it’s meaningful without making declarations: it’s an often overlooked triumph. Read this if you like stories low on stakes but high in sci-fi concept with a satirical twist.
Minor: War, Sexual assault, and Suicide
arya_pirate_queen's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
1.0
Moderate: Sexual assault, Rape, Toxic friendship, War, and Toxic relationship
jelliestars's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
Moderate: Misogyny, Rape, and Sexual assault
Minor: Drug use, Sexual assault, Murder, Alcohol, Death, Gun violence, Homophobia, Infidelity, War, Violence, and Torture
jodean's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
Graphic: Death, War, and Murder
Moderate: Rape, Medical content, Medical trauma, and Forced institutionalization