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challenging
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This was a fantastic book. I did originally “judge the book by the cover” I thought it was a lighthearted comedic book. Boy was I wrong on that. It is very dark with thoughts of suicide and being a “martyr” but it really is about making your life a life worth living.
The conversations between Cyrus and the dying artist, Orkidah, are the true backbone of the novel. Often very poignant.
This is probably one of the best books I have read in years. Thought provoking and very well written. I wish I had a book club to discuss.
I cannot recommend this book more.
Okay it has been a week later and I am still thinking about this book. It has burrowed into my brain. I have so many questions, especially about the ending. I keep having different theories as to what actually happened and what the clues might have been. No spoilers but all I can say is that it is a great book. Updated to 5 stars. If you live in my brain for a week you deserve it
The conversations between Cyrus and the dying artist, Orkidah, are the true backbone of the novel. Often very poignant.
This is probably one of the best books I have read in years. Thought provoking and very well written. I wish I had a book club to discuss.
I cannot recommend this book more.
Okay it has been a week later and I am still thinking about this book. It has burrowed into my brain. I have so many questions, especially about the ending. I keep having different theories as to what actually happened and what the clues might have been. No spoilers but all I can say is that it is a great book. Updated to 5 stars. If you live in my brain for a week you deserve it
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcoholism, Cancer, Death, Suicidal thoughts, Abandonment