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Suswatibasu (1701 KP) rated Naïve. Super in Books

Aug 27, 2017  
Naïve. Super
Naïve. Super
Erlend Loe | 2005 | Fiction & Poetry
6
6.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
Can't empathise with main character, seems a bit pointless
This is one of those random quirky Scandinavian books that leaves you scratching your head, asking what was the real point of it. The book called "Super naive" pretty much sums up the main character, a 25-year-old university dropout who is contemplating the meaning of life. He seems to have some difficulty grasping his existence and time, coping by playing ball and using a hammering toy to stay calm. I felt his sense of privilege made him slightly irritating, jetsetting, buying cars on a whim - you can't really sympathise with his plight, he just seems like a layabout. But I think he had some underlying mental health issue that was never explored. There could be a translation issue causing it to lose its original tone.
  
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Sam (74 KP) rated Let it Snow in Books

Mar 27, 2019  
Let it Snow
Let it Snow
John Green, Maureen Johnson, Lauren Myracle | 2013 | Children
8
6.9 (9 Ratings)
Book Rating
Three stories that slowly merge into one? I need more of this in my life. Why can’t more books be written like this? Because I love that you get three different points of view and you get to see the turn of events that means that all three stories merge in the most unlikely way.

Every character is quirky, and I can’t say I would expect anything less from this group of authors. They are all so individual and really developed. It read like a perfect novel, with no plot holes or nothing left unexplained.

And I loved that it is so unique! There isn’t a Christmas novel out there that is quite like this, and I’m still hoping that one day it will get turned into a movie. It would make the most amazing film to snuggle up with.
  
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Kaileb Bryant (3 KP) rated Jane Eyre in Books

Jun 11, 2019  
Jane Eyre
Jane Eyre
Charlotte Brontë, Stevie Davies | 2006 | Fiction & Poetry
9
8.2 (58 Ratings)
Book Rating
Interesting plot development (1 more)
Quirky and complex characters
Questionable ending (some may argue) (0 more)
Phenomenal read
If you are searching for a book you can forever return to as a firm favourite, Charlotte Bronte's Jane Eyre is that book. This is the kind of read which asks you questions, and you ask them back. With each read you learn something new, uncover something further, connect with a different character.

When reading, it is interesting to pay attention and watch out for references of fire and ice - this can add layers to your understanding and add a depth of interest.

Also, watch out for gothic tropes such a doubles, and see how these add to the plot.

Overall a fantastic read, though the ending may seem anti-climatic to some, I personally find it charming.

Enjoy this Victorian novel!
  
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Gail (4 KP) rated Escape Clause (Resort Romances #2) in Books

Jun 4, 2018  
EC
Escape Clause (Resort Romances #2)
Mary Billiter | 2017
8
8.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
Escape Clause by Mary Billiter

Four Stars

This story was seriously funny and sad at the same time. You have Ollie's family betraying him and each other. Then there is the family businesses that are failing. I like Ollie he is very sweet and loyal. He is the type of guy you want around when you have pms. Kelsey was a strong person and I give her mad props for putting up with the mess her son's father put in her way. On top of her family not supporting her and believing her. Their relationship was quirky and fun. Ollie treated her son like he was his and you have to appreciate anyone who steps into a rule for a child. I enjoyed the story and how the author twisted the plot. The characters were relatable and well written.