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3.92 AVERAGE
3.92 AVERAGE
challenging
dark
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Beautifully written and heartfelt story about a father and son traversing a desolate, post-apocalyptic landscape (the cause is left ambiguous), exploring what it means to be kind and “carry the fire” when humanity has nothing left.
I disagree with others about the story feeling repetitive. McCarthy’s writing is certainly unique but I found it elegant and well-paced, and am looking forward to reading his other books. And yes, this book is super bleak but it was also more hopeful than I expected.
I disagree with others about the story feeling repetitive. McCarthy’s writing is certainly unique but I found it elegant and well-paced, and am looking forward to reading his other books. And yes, this book is super bleak but it was also more hopeful than I expected.
adventurous
dark
sad
medium-paced
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
tense
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
what a devastating and beautiful piece of literature
dark
sad
tense
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Loveable characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Simply heartbreaking. McCarthy's depiction of survival in his apocalyptic world is completely devastating but realistic. Fantastic depictions of hunger, cold, desperation, and, above all else, hope. Hits in a more personal way since I lived close to the California wildfires for a time. Loved the ending.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Suicidal thoughts, Violence, Blood, Cannibalism, Fire/Fire injury, Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Gun violence, Murder, Pregnancy
There were times I found it hard to get through but it’s such a quick read. And honestly one of the only post apocalyptic stories I read where there’s absolutely no hope which made it interesting.
challenging
dark
emotional
sad
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
adventurous
dark
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:
Complicated
Exceptional.
Goodness will find the little boy. It always has. It will again.
Goodness will find the little boy. It always has. It will again.