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So Brave, Young, and Handsome
by Leif Enger
Leif Enger's first book, "Peace Like a River", is one of my all time favorite novels. Imagine my delighted surprise when I stumbled across his newest novel in CD form at the library. I wasn't even aware he'd published a new book, although I'd checked every now and then. It's been quite a while in between books.
The funny thing is the main character of the book is a "One hit wonder" author who is struggling to write a second novel. I have to wonder if Leif Enger struggled with this himself? I like it so far, although it doesn't seem to have captivated me in quite the same way as his first novel.
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Overall, I was disappointed with this book. It didn't live up to my expectations after his first novel and really, three stars is being generous just because I did like the first one so much. I found the plot tedious, and a bit baffling. Time and time again the main character found himself in circumstances where he didn't want to be; why didn't he just walk away? I know, I know; He was on a life journey. A totally predictable life journey.
The funny thing is the main character of the book is a "One hit wonder" author who is struggling to write a second novel. I have to wonder if Leif Enger struggled with this himself? I like it so far, although it doesn't seem to have captivated me in quite the same way as his first novel.
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Overall, I was disappointed with this book. It didn't live up to my expectations after his first novel and really, three stars is being generous just because I did like the first one so much. I found the plot tedious, and a bit baffling. Time and time again the main character found himself in circumstances where he didn't want to be; why didn't he just walk away? I know, I know; He was on a life journey. A totally predictable life journey.