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A review by jenkharvey
The Gum Thief by Douglas Coupland
5.0
I always feel a sudden sadness after finishing one of Douglas Coupland's books. A sort of empty feeling knowing the end has come.
He's the only author I know who can realistically depict humanity through writing. Other authors may try, but there is just something about the way he writes it. Every one of his books, especially "The Gum Thief" is like reading the pages out of your own diary. Any of the characters can be you.
I fell in love with Bethany's character because we are the same age and I can relate with her struggle of figuring out who she is. I love the way her story developed. It is hopeful, yet so true to form.
This book is very profound, but in an everyday kind of way. It makes you think deeper about regular occurrences and thoughts you have all the time.
He's the only author I know who can realistically depict humanity through writing. Other authors may try, but there is just something about the way he writes it. Every one of his books, especially "The Gum Thief" is like reading the pages out of your own diary. Any of the characters can be you.
I fell in love with Bethany's character because we are the same age and I can relate with her struggle of figuring out who she is. I love the way her story developed. It is hopeful, yet so true to form.
This book is very profound, but in an everyday kind of way. It makes you think deeper about regular occurrences and thoughts you have all the time.