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3.72 AVERAGE
3.72 AVERAGE
Liked the movie better, if only because it was filmed in my old neighborhood, though admittedly before I lived there. Still, thrilling to walk down a street one lazy Saturday morning and then be surprised to see it pop up with Hugh Grant walking down it on screen later that night.
emotional
funny
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
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
fast-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
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
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
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
emotional
funny
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
fast-paced
emotional
funny
relaxing
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
Note: I heard an abridged audio version of the book and did not read the actual book. This review is based on the audiobook experience.
I am sure the 'boy' in the title is meant to be both Will and Marcus. I remember this one line Will says about his made-up son, "sometimes I think he's the one that rescued me and not the other way". As cliche as it sounds, it applies perfectly in the case of Will and Marcus. The setting and the characters, both being realistic, make this a thoroughly enjoyable experience.
Nick Hornby put together an enjoyable story with memorable characters. The book flowed effortlessly from one scene to another. The book held my attention all the way through. I look forward to reading more of his books.
I am sure the 'boy' in the title is meant to be both Will and Marcus. I remember this one line Will says about his made-up son, "sometimes I think he's the one that rescued me and not the other way". As cliche as it sounds, it applies perfectly in the case of Will and Marcus. The setting and the characters, both being realistic, make this a thoroughly enjoyable experience.
Nick Hornby put together an enjoyable story with memorable characters. The book flowed effortlessly from one scene to another. The book held my attention all the way through. I look forward to reading more of his books.
This book is hilarious. I was in tears at multiple points in this book.
dark
emotional
hopeful
sad
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
emotional
funny
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes