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I had been waiting to read this book, ever since I started seeing reviews pop up Booklist and Kirkus reviews, and I wasn't disappointed. While I admit that at times, the main character, Clay, drove me a bit nuts on a personal level, I was completely drawn into this story.
I love how the author creates the world not only of Mr. Penumbra's bookstore, but the Google world, as well, which is a wonderful juxtaposition. We've got the print books on the bookstore shelves, and we have the world of Google ...more
I love how the author creates the world not only of Mr. Penumbra's bookstore, but the Google world, as well, which is a wonderful juxtaposition. We've got the print books on the bookstore shelves, and we have the world of Google ...more
Charming, entertaining, informative, intriguing and thought-provoking book, but I was disappointed in the ending threads and the ways Robin Sloane wove them together. Recommended, but only 4 stars.
Mar 20, 2013
Allison
marked it as to-read
