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Well. First off, *disclaimer* I watched the movie before reading the book. However, I watched the movie about 10 years ago. Suffice it to say, I don't remember much of the movie, but I do remember that it didn't suck. Back to the book. So, I cracked the book open expecting to be blown away (Foster and McConaughey imprinted on my brain). On page 0, I was excited; Jodie Foster and Matt McConaughey, ya'all. After about 50 pages, I began to feel the pressure of Sagan's rambling. Then at about 100, I felt the tsunami of religious viewpoint begin to roll onto shore. At this point, I couldn't take it anymore. I found a recording of the audiobook on YouTube that happened to be abridged AND read to ME by Jodie Foster. If only McConaughey could have taken part. Anywho...listening to the abbreviated version of the book must have been sent directly from Vega (best part, it was free and not trillions of bucks. (sorry, not sorry, Carl)). Listening to the book illuminated the story in a way the first 100 pages of reading didn't. I can't say for certain that reading the book would have gotten better over time. I don't care though. My suggestion is that you listen to the book rather than read it.
I would give it 3 stars, but Jodie pulled it into the 4th star position. Thanks Jodie. I hate giving 3 star reviews.
I would give it 3 stars, but Jodie pulled it into the 4th star position. Thanks Jodie. I hate giving 3 star reviews.