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It's a great book, but it was difficult to fully enjoy because the movie is SO good. The movie was adapted very faithfully, so I was hearing the actors saying the lines, and occasionally this made me wish I was watching the movie instead. I also struggled with the fictional author-persona because he was a bit of a dick. But it *was* funny and engaging.

lily_lydkins's review against another edition

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5.0

Everyone in the book was gay.

dvrlingkenobi's review

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adventurous funny lighthearted medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? No
Loveable characters? Yes

4.5

IL LIBRO + IMPORTANTE E + DIVERTENTE MI AMMAZZEREI PER TUTTI LORO

liminal_dolphin's review against another edition

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4.0

4.5 ⭐️ Goldman uses such a unique literary device to create this iconic meta-fictional story about how stories can shape young minds and teach us important lessons; all while containing a satirical fairy tale that is just so fun and whimsical. That being said I do think his narration was used too much. What else can I say that hasn’t been said already? It’s a modern classic for a reason and I can definitely see myself coming back to this book for a fun comfort read.

gamz's review against another edition

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adventurous emotional funny hopeful lighthearted fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? No
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

averagewitch's review

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adventurous dark emotional funny sad tense fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

niki5055's review

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adventurous funny lighthearted reflective tense fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.5

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