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kaitlynmount's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
zioale's review against another edition
4.0
Bel libro; una favola per grandi. Non prende voto pieno perché è uno dei pochi libri che si fa superare dal film.
isaacanator's review against another edition
4.0
I love this book.
In a lot of ways I was hoping for a story that mirrored the movie, as the movie was always impactful for me. But this book is just about the art of storytelling itself, and certainly does not overstay its welcome.
In a lot of ways I was hoping for a story that mirrored the movie, as the movie was always impactful for me. But this book is just about the art of storytelling itself, and certainly does not overstay its welcome.
kenziebecky's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.25
kimco_reads's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
2.0
joseph_c's review against another edition
3.0
This was an awesome book. It was light and easy to read. Instead of chapters it is divided into "myths" about Edward Bloom. This format makes it a refreshing, original read, and also makes it easy to find a place to stop if I had to. It was fantastic, and interesting, though if you expect something like the movie, it was very different, and took on a slightly more serious tone sometimes. There was one difference between the book and the movie that knocked off a star. This difference presented itself during the second to last "myth." I would say what it is, but, you know... "Spoilers!"
Anyways, I recommend this to fans of the movies, or anyone looking for a nice fresh read.
Anyways, I recommend this to fans of the movies, or anyone looking for a nice fresh read.
jessicamcculloch's review against another edition
3.0
Good quick read for people who are struggling through a book, or don't have the greatest attention spans. (Both of which were me this weekend)
casspro's review against another edition
4.0
One part fairy tale, one part folklore, one part family tradition. It's hard to categorize Big Fish. A good book? A great story? There's something very magical happening here. I suggest you get it on it as well.