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evorarodrigues's reviews
5 reviews
Quando Lisboa Tremeu by Domingos Amaral
0.0
I have no words. It was just bad. Like bad as in the definition of the Cambridge dictionary for the word “bad”.
Women Talking by Miriam Toews
What’s particularly unique is that the story is narrated by a man, which initially feels fitting given his troubled past within the colony, often being labeled as feminine and coined as an outsider. Nonetheless, this perspective adds a layer of distance that makes the narrative feel more like a detached account rather than an immersive story.
The lack of insight into what happens to the women after they leave the colony left me feeling unfulfilled, and I struggled to connect with the characters on a deeper level, except for Ona.
So, while the book tackles important themes, the combination of the disjointed narrative style and missing resolution left me underwhelmed. It’s a story that could’ve been far more impactful but ultimately felt more like an exploration of potential rather than a complete, satisfying narrative.
challenging
emotional
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
SPOILER ALERT
The book presents a gripping, emotional dialogue as the women confront their trauma, faith, and the complexities of a choice. While the themes of resilience and solidarity are powerful, and the women’s strength is evident, the story ultimately feels incomplete. Toews explores important issues, but the execution left me wanting more depth and resolution.
The book presents a gripping, emotional dialogue as the women confront their trauma, faith, and the complexities of a choice. While the themes of resilience and solidarity are powerful, and the women’s strength is evident, the story ultimately feels incomplete. Toews explores important issues, but the execution left me wanting more depth and resolution.
What’s particularly unique is that the story is narrated by a man, which initially feels fitting given his troubled past within the colony, often being labeled as feminine and coined as an outsider. Nonetheless, this perspective adds a layer of distance that makes the narrative feel more like a detached account rather than an immersive story.
The lack of insight into what happens to the women after they leave the colony left me feeling unfulfilled, and I struggled to connect with the characters on a deeper level, except for Ona.
The lack of insight into what happens to the women after they leave the colony left me feeling unfulfilled, and I struggled to connect with the characters on a deeper level, except for Ona.
So, while the book tackles important themes, the combination of the disjointed narrative style and missing resolution left me underwhelmed. It’s a story that could’ve been far more impactful but ultimately felt more like an exploration of potential rather than a complete, satisfying narrative.
Thus why it is not a 5 for me.
Thus why it is not a 5 for me.
Content Warnings
If Beale Street Could Talk by James Baldwin
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
A Spy Among Friends: Kim Philby and the Great Betrayal by Ben Macintyre
adventurous
informative
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
4.0
Interesting story.
The Dutch House by Ann Patchett
emotional
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I think it’s a solid four. A lot of the tale centers around family issues and the downfall of a somewhat once stable family. There’s a lot of character development which keeps you entertained and glued to it. It’s VERY well written. Nonetheless, the end is tremendously underwhelming I expected more.