The reviews on FB for this book were negative, but so far, I think it's hilarious. Klaffke is not trying to write "Heart of Darkness"--fluffy, silly f...moreThe reviews on FB for this book were negative, but so far, I think it's hilarious. Klaffke is not trying to write "Heart of Darkness"--fluffy, silly fun.
After page 50, the silly fun turns into continuously sexual daydreams and reality, disturbign imagery and language.
If you like Cosmo, you might like Snapped. Not on my list of good reads.(less)
This book has lyrical prose that would turn nicely into an epic poem. It is not what I expected or like. I prefer action and story and characters with...moreThis book has lyrical prose that would turn nicely into an epic poem. It is not what I expected or like. I prefer action and story and characters with compelling personalities. Steven Pressfield is far better at presenting the ancient world in an interesting way(less)
Okay, I read a lot of different genres and appreciate the "new" modernism in art and literature. I do not, however, suffer through interminable plotle...moreOkay, I read a lot of different genres and appreciate the "new" modernism in art and literature. I do not, however, suffer through interminable plotless, meandering, self-indulgent writing for the sheer joy of reading.
For more about this book, see my review on amazon.com under the title and my reviewer's name, EGranfors.(less)
I just could not get involved in this book. Whether it was the point of view or the long introductions to character, something put me off and I said,...moreI just could not get involved in this book. Whether it was the point of view or the long introductions to character, something put me off and I said, "Life is short and there are too many other books I want to read." Let me know if I should try again.
I was surprised to see such a positive review of this book in either ET or People. (less)
Too much exposition. No story! What are the stakes? Where is the conflict? Quit describing the scenery. I usually love a book about Australia, but not...moreToo much exposition. No story! What are the stakes? Where is the conflict? Quit describing the scenery. I usually love a book about Australia, but not this one, or at least not right now.(less)
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