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cassandra_t's review against another edition
3.0
This is the story of Allan, a newly 101 year old man who is all about adventure. It begins with him receiving a tablet, that he thinks is the greatest gift ever. Then when going in a hot air balloon for his birthday, he ends up crashing into the Indian Ocean, being picked up by a North Korean vessel, and ending up lying to save his life. The lies turns into one of many and his hilarious adventure continues with him travelling the world and trying to figure out how to do what’s best and not what’s easiest.
This book reminded me of old shows like Pink Panther and Get Smart, with someone who somehow bumbles their way through predicaments, but that always come out of them winning. I loved the old man in it and his ways of getting out of sticky situations. I, however, was not as fond of how much of a political aspect it had. Some parts were rather hard to get through, as I just wasn’t interested, but I kept reading simply for the old man.
This book reminded me of old shows like Pink Panther and Get Smart, with someone who somehow bumbles their way through predicaments, but that always come out of them winning. I loved the old man in it and his ways of getting out of sticky situations. I, however, was not as fond of how much of a political aspect it had. Some parts were rather hard to get through, as I just wasn’t interested, but I kept reading simply for the old man.
king_of_the_pippins's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
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? It's complicated
3.25
leihleih's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
katariina_typpo's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
reflective
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
4.0
sohxpie's review against another edition
2.0
The humour and charm from the first book is present throughout most of the novel. Once again, the protagonist and his journey is intriguing. The short, quick chapters keep you reading which is something because the story itself is subpar and frustrating. Definitely a sequel written for money and not because it deserves one.
aliciagriggs's review against another edition
2.0
To my surprise, this ended up being disappointing. I was gripped for half the book, and even said to my partner that this was a good book. It is funny and makes you wonder what on earth will happen next. But after 200 pages I suddenly got very, very bored, and there was nothing really that gripped me. Maybe if I read it again in a few years I'll feel differently, but for now I can only say I am disappointed.
inkedmusingshi's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
informative
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
romymcg's review against another edition
1.0
I really enjoyed the first book, but the new adventures were not as interesting. The narrator wasn't very good, either. He sounded like he was out of breath and talked too fast.