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Small Worlds by Caleb Azumah Nelson
2.5
Unfortunately this couldn’t quite live up to its predecessor for me. Perhaps it’s unfair to expect this sophomore novel to be as immersive, eloquent and emotive as Open Water was but Small Worlds just didn’t have that same punch which I was looking forward to. It felt rushed and at the same time the story felt like it dragged on; the prose felt forced and repetitive (the amount of title references was definitely overdone). I wanted to love this but unfortunately I didn’t. I’ll still read whatever Caleb Azumah Nelson releases next because Open Water remains one of my favourite books!
Thanks to the publisher for the ARC via NetGalley.
Thanks to the publisher for the ARC via NetGalley.
Infect Your Friends and Loved Ones by Torrey Peters
4.5
This was excellent!! I almost wish it were longer but it’s a brilliant novella with a fascinating premise, highly recommend!