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3.7 AVERAGE
3.7 AVERAGE
This book was very heavy on Egyptology, which may be off putting for some. However, it was made for some highly interesting additions to the story.
I found Dawn's profession as a death doula to be incredibly enlightening as well. It highlights the growing movement toward death positivity.
The back and forth format left me confused for a while but it worked out well for the atory in the end.
All in all, I really enjoyed this book - it was a nice break from the reality of quarantine.
I found Dawn's profession as a death doula to be incredibly enlightening as well. It highlights the growing movement toward death positivity.
The back and forth format left me confused for a while but it worked out well for the atory in the end.
All in all, I really enjoyed this book - it was a nice break from the reality of quarantine.
Almost a 4, because, apparently unlike everyone else in the world, I really liked the Egyptology. And I appreciated the core struggle. But something did not quite work.
Thank you to Random House for the gifted book.
3.5 starts!
The first one I read was My Sister’s Keeper. I admired how the author addressed ethical issues in a thoughtful, well-balanced way from the different perspectives of the characters. Over the years, I read more of her books as they released, and I could not be more impressed with how she has evolved and tackled even more hard-hitting issues in that same thoughtful way, while each book is distinctly unique.
The Book of Two Ways could not be any more unique in its genres and within Picoult’s works, thoughtful and thought-provoking, with a “what if” scenario. What if the main character had taken a different fork in the road? The Book of Two Ways is heavy in the details of Egyptology for parts of the book. I ate this up because archaeology fascinates me, and I read this book rather slowly so I could “learn” as I read. I know that’s not for everyone.
Overall, the journey Dawn took left a mark on me. I felt a personal connection, and I tend to savor what if types of journeys. They can be hopeful, and they are almost always emotional as this one was for me. I was once at a fork in the road (many forks, many roads
3.5 starts!
The first one I read was My Sister’s Keeper. I admired how the author addressed ethical issues in a thoughtful, well-balanced way from the different perspectives of the characters. Over the years, I read more of her books as they released, and I could not be more impressed with how she has evolved and tackled even more hard-hitting issues in that same thoughtful way, while each book is distinctly unique.
The Book of Two Ways could not be any more unique in its genres and within Picoult’s works, thoughtful and thought-provoking, with a “what if” scenario. What if the main character had taken a different fork in the road? The Book of Two Ways is heavy in the details of Egyptology for parts of the book. I ate this up because archaeology fascinates me, and I read this book rather slowly so I could “learn” as I read. I know that’s not for everyone.
Overall, the journey Dawn took left a mark on me. I felt a personal connection, and I tend to savor what if types of journeys. They can be hopeful, and they are almost always emotional as this one was for me. I was once at a fork in the road (many forks, many roads
A completely enthralling and addictive read. I rarely read a book in one session, especially one of this length, but I absolutely could not put it down (aside from bio breaks and a few hours of light sleep). The Book of Two Ways is certainly one of Picoults' best. I highly recommend this read.
*I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review*
*I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review*
This was good, but ended abruptly without resolution. The physics & Egypt info was interesting, as was the death doula info.
I think most of us can relate to the big question of this book - What if my life took a different path? Dawn was an Egyptologist pursuing her doctorate when life brought her back to Boston and her life changed course. This book includes a lot of very interesting references to Egypt and science that I enjoyed much more now than I did in high school. Definitely recommend.
Wow! I feel like this book was a slice of literary lasagna…soooo many layers!! I read the reviews that complained about the heavy dose of Egyptology, but it really wasn’t that heavy. Such a beautifully assembled story. I loved every minute of it.
3.75⭐️
Felt a bit like a lot of info dumping in the beginning, but I did learn a lot and overall enjoyed the story.
Felt a bit like a lot of info dumping in the beginning, but I did learn a lot and overall enjoyed the story.
I was pleasantly happy with the timeline and how the book - merged together. I tend to not enjoy endings like this but this one is an exception. I also enjoy all things Egypt, so the detail that many complained about, didn't bother me.
“I think people assume death is all or nothing. Someone is here, or they’re not. But that’s not what it’s like, is it? The echo of you is still here—in your children or grandchildren; in the art you made while living; in the memories other people have of you.”
“You can plan for something your whole life, and still get taken by surprise.”
“What you know isn't nearly as important as who you know. Who will miss you. Who you will miss.”
“What’s left unfinished? What is it that you haven’t done yet, that you need to do before you leave this life?”
“Did you ever wonder who you would have been, if you hadn’t become who you are?”
“Maybe this is all love is: twin routes of pain and pleasure. Maybe the miracle isn’t where we wind up, but that we get there at all.”
“Appreciate what you have now, because there may be no tomorrow. If your life span is decreasing every day, what are you doing now to appreciate what you have left? What gives your life meaning?”
“If there is a garden of maybes, you are the invasive plant I can’t ever get rid of.”
“I think people assume death is all or nothing. Someone is here, or they’re not. But that’s not what it’s like, is it? The echo of you is still here—in your children or grandchildren; in the art you made while living; in the memories other people have of you.”
“You can plan for something your whole life, and still get taken by surprise.”
“What you know isn't nearly as important as who you know. Who will miss you. Who you will miss.”
“What’s left unfinished? What is it that you haven’t done yet, that you need to do before you leave this life?”
“Did you ever wonder who you would have been, if you hadn’t become who you are?”
“Maybe this is all love is: twin routes of pain and pleasure. Maybe the miracle isn’t where we wind up, but that we get there at all.”
“Appreciate what you have now, because there may be no tomorrow. If your life span is decreasing every day, what are you doing now to appreciate what you have left? What gives your life meaning?”
“If there is a garden of maybes, you are the invasive plant I can’t ever get rid of.”