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4.06 AVERAGE
4.06 AVERAGE
funny
informative
inspiring
relaxing
medium-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
inspiring
reflective
slow-paced
I really wanted to like this book- after all, Kingsolver gave me Poisonwood Bible which was incredible! But this novel felt tedious and overdrawn, with female characters that I found to be a bit too ridiculous and dramatic. I could see it appealing to other readers but it just wasn’t for me. I made it 200 pages before I decided to give up and move on.
3.5 stars. Enjoyable book, interesting characters. I did feel it could have been edited down more as there seemed to be a lot of unnecessary detail. I acknowledge, however, that may just be my taste and some probably find that detail quite beautiful. The writing itself was indeed beautiful from start to finish.
This was an interesting read. I could have done with a little less detail on moths. But the stories were interesting and thought-provoking.
I absolutely love Barbara Kingsolver’s writing. There is such beauty around her characters. I love how she explains scientific or natural concepts through her writing. I allowed myself to read this over many months, allowing myself small excepts until the last pages. Love.
This was my first Barbara Kingsolver book, and I am hooked. It's the kind of book that makes you look at the world differently while you're reading it, and even after you're done reading it. What a gift.
Of all the Kingsolver books I have read, this is my second favorite. It's a beautiful tale of nature and humanity and the fragility of both. The three tales come together seamlessly.
I love Barbara Kingsolver. The Poisonwood Bible and Small Wonders are definitely sitting on my favorites pile. I tried several times to read this book and, much as I dislike not finishing what I've started, I can't read this. The detailed scenes feel like species name-dropping, and I can't identify with the characters I've met so far. They just don't seem real enough, but more of an uncomfortable stereotype. I have many other books I want to read, so I think I will finally give up on this one.