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A review by p_j_sanderson
The Symmetry of Stars by Alex Myers
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
When I originally started this book through the prologue and the first chapter I was worried that I could see the direction of story. The start seemed as if it was going to be the kind of book with themes that beat the reader over the head. But it wasn't and in a way that was the point.
The chapters were far too long, there's 6 total in the entire book. 70 pages a chapter is just too long.
The character focus is definitely on the embodiment of nature rather than any of the twins themselves, where I think the blurb does not really convey that to a prospective reader.
It's definitely more of a social commentary than a character drama, but it is far more subtle than the first chunk may lead you to believe.
The chapters were far too long, there's 6 total in the entire book. 70 pages a chapter is just too long.
The character focus is definitely on the embodiment of nature rather than any of the twins themselves, where I think the blurb does not really convey that to a prospective reader.
It's definitely more of a social commentary than a character drama, but it is far more subtle than the first chunk may lead you to believe.