Dead Money by Jakob Kerr
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
3.5 stars.
even though it was fun and twisty, this novel took me forever to read. at some point i had to take a break and then come back to it. glad i finished it but it was too long.
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I’ve loved Elizabeth Berg’s books for a long time. But this one has stood out for me maybe because as some of my favorite writers age, their novels get deeper, more reflective, and this is no exception. I loved the tidbits of life that jump out of the pages. I love the moments that stand out to us. The items that are seemingly so ordinary but have a whole lifetime of memories behind them. Items that are turning points in a life. People who will never be the same because you lived. The difference we make in others’ lives and the difference they make in ours can come from the least expected experiences. And a life is both so long and so very short. Can go by in the blink of an eye. This beautiful novel will be a balm for your soul. with gratitude to Random House and netgalley for an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.
I don’t think I will ever get bored of Eddie Flynn. I love the twisty plots, I love the crazy lawyer who always finds a way to twist things in favor of his clients and who always finds a way to Robin Hood justice. But the best part of these books for me are the secondary characters. They are so full of life. They are not there as an aside. I grow to love them and I mourn every one of them are they have terrible things happen to them. Sign of a great writer, in my opinion, is putting as much energy into your secondary characters as to your primary ones. with gratitude to netgalley and Atria Books for an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.
i love otsuka’s language. her writing has rhythm and depth.
this was a quick read. i wanted to know what all the fuss was about. alas wasn’t for me.
I loved this quiet and weird story. It’s about family, friendship and of course grief. so much grief.
i know it was full of love but i just didn’t get into this as much as i’d hoped i would.
3.5 stars. read this one fast. it was crazy. full of plot all over the place. if you like fast-paced, plot-driven, you’ll like it.
Really really really sweet read. I love this. Feels like backman novels. will stay with you.
Newman is a good writer and her stories feel both funny and touching and so very relatable.
Super sweet, light, joyful read. If you’re looking for something that’s like a comfort blanket, this is your read. |
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