Sarah answers “Would you say this book is appropriate for...”

Paula Nevins asked this question about The Road:

Would you say this book is appropriate for a 15 year old boy? He needs something for an English essay that he can read independently and compare to its movie version. Thoughts or recommendations on something better would be appreciated.

Sarah This book isnt' appropriate for anyone. Its' godawful, repetitious and uninspiring. It's awful. Really. Don't get this as a present for anyone. It was…moreThis book isnt' appropriate for anyone. Its' godawful, repetitious and uninspiring. It's awful. Really. Don't get this as a present for anyone. It was the worst book I have ever read in my life(less)

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Henry Writing a disparaging comment with no coherent analysis and no evidence to back up a vague opinion is useless and can't be taken seriously especially ...more
Dec 06, 2019 10:16AM · flag

Autumn I'm sorry you can't understand literary genius. ...more
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