Boondocking: A Novel

by Tricia Bauer

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Genres: Fiction

227 pages, Hardcover

First published July 21, 1997

Reviews

[Lisa · Rating 1 out of 5]

I really hate to give such a low rating, because I realize that it's no small thing to write a book. And I admire those who take it on. But this book was just frustrating. I bought it on the bargain shelf at Barnes and Noble. I took a chance. But honestly, I couldn't figure out one character to root for, to relate to or even to like. The premise was interesting but nothing was ever really dealt with, or solved. I liked the grandfather best of all but even he was difficult to get close to.
A dysfunctional family perpetuating the cycles. Sad really. And not a single bit of genuine resolution.

[Patrick Barry · Rating 3 out of 5]

Grandparents sell their home and hit the road in an RV with their granddaughter to protect her from hr troubled father. How long can they avoid their son-in-law who killed their daughter in a car accident when he was high on drugs. What is a home? That's explored too. It was a decent read although, I hope, far-fetched.

[Dru Ciotti · Rating 3 out of 5]

Slow moving but still an interesting premise -- reminded me a bit of the film Nomadland.

[Man Da · Rating 3 out of 5]

It was just… okay? I dunno, I didn’t relate to the characters as well as I thought I would, and I felt like there were so many rushed loose ends. Not my favorite.

[Amy · Rating 2 out of 5]

i got this book for 50 cents. so it took me a while to read it. I am glad i did. It was a sweet story about what it would be like to live on the road. That is not something that i could do i need a real house.

[Toesnorth's mom]

strange character but well written