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aoosterwyk's review against another edition
4.0
I found this book while looking for unreliable narrators for an English teacher. It was too mature for her target audience, but just right for me to enjoy.
The first thing I noticed was the great mix of text/font styles and drawings. This enhanced the disjointed feeling of participating in the narrator's schizophrenic episodes and memories. The main character was sympathetic and the family's grief at the loss of their eldest son rang true.
This would be a great discussion book for all those reasons.
The first thing I noticed was the great mix of text/font styles and drawings. This enhanced the disjointed feeling of participating in the narrator's schizophrenic episodes and memories. The main character was sympathetic and the family's grief at the loss of their eldest son rang true.
This would be a great discussion book for all those reasons.
bigfatfruitsalad's review against another edition
dark
emotional
funny
informative
lighthearted
mysterious
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
oddsocksagain's review against another edition
3.0
A very interesting look at the downfall of someone's mental state, I thought it was very intriguing. the only thing I want sure of was the style, I understand why he wrote it that way, and it makes sense in context but I found it extremely hard to follow.
mmuffins101's review against another edition
5.0
This novel touched me in so many ways, that some days while reading it I had to stop. The emotion and the heartbreak I felt consistently just drained me all the way through...however, I just could not get myself to not read it. This novel is by all means one of my top favorites of all time. I'm so glad I pick this up!
_hollypocket's review against another edition
A very moving book, telling the story of Matthew who is suffering from schizophrenia following the death of his brother some years ago. Brilliant characters and wonderful writing combined to provide a valuable insight into the experience of both mental illness and grief. Definitely recommended.
_hollypocket's review against another edition
4.0
A very moving book, telling the story of Matthew who is suffering from schizophrenia following the death of his brother some years ago. Brilliant characters and wonderful writing combined to provide a valuable insight into the experience of both mental illness and grief. Definitely recommended.
bethph's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
sad
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
hiysle's review against another edition
emotional
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
meganlee3001's review against another edition
5.0
This book was truly amazing. I Can't pick fault with this book at all, each character was perfect and I felt we could connect with each one.
I adored the use of font size to make a point and placement of his words.
There was one point in the book where the ink fades, I thought this was a brilliant way to show the declining memory of Matt.
Also, the first few chapters have names, each of them very distinctly titled. However as we move into the book, the chapters blend into each other, losing their names. I felt this was an excellent way to show how Matt's past become indistinguishable in his own mind.
This was an amazing piece of work that will stay with me forever
I adored the use of font size to make a point and placement of his words.
There was one point in the book where the ink fades, I thought this was a brilliant way to show the declining memory of Matt.
Also, the first few chapters have names, each of them very distinctly titled. However as we move into the book, the chapters blend into each other, losing their names. I felt this was an excellent way to show how Matt's past become indistinguishable in his own mind.
This was an amazing piece of work that will stay with me forever