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A review by mimsk
The Universe Versus Alex Woods by Gavin Extence
funny
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Alex Woods has had a very strange childhood, having been hit by a meteor and developing epilepsy, and growing up in his mums hippy dippy shop full of tarot and crystals.
Alex gets bullied at school and then meets a local gent called Mr Petersen. He ends up building a relationship with Mr Petersen. The book tracks this relationship and how Alex supports Mr Petersen to maintain his dignity in difficult circumstances.
It was funny, sweet and a very interesting topic. It felt a little long and Alex's descriptions could be a little monotonous - although I think that was the point as you really got the sense of his 'voice'!
Alex gets bullied at school and then meets a local gent called Mr Petersen. He ends up building a relationship with Mr Petersen. The book tracks this relationship and how Alex supports Mr Petersen to maintain his dignity in difficult circumstances.
It was funny, sweet and a very interesting topic. It felt a little long and Alex's descriptions could be a little monotonous - although I think that was the point as you really got the sense of his 'voice'!