Something about knowing this was tied to Huckleberry Finn made this much less interesting.It's well written, but the plotline was desigend for Huck, not Jim. Trying to squeeze something out of that side of the story leaves it lacking. Again, good writing, and Jame's internal monologue and perception of the world is very powerful. But the lasting impact was very low given high expectations going in.
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Love to read! All things!
Though sweet spots are Science Fiction and Fantasy and humorous Young Adult stuff. I generally read in bed, so my preference is for less stressful stories. My favorite stories that ones that are both Quirky and Unexpected.
Due to book experiences being very dependent on the reader, I belive that reviews should be short.
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bigethan finished reading The House in the Cerulean Sea by TJ Klune (Cerulean Chronicles, #1)

The House in the Cerulean Sea by TJ Klune (Cerulean Chronicles, #1)
A magical island. A dangerous task. A burning secret.
Linus Baker leads a quiet, solitary life. At forty, he lives …
bigethan reviewed James: A Novel by Percival Everett
bigethan finished reading James: A Novel by Percival Everett

James: A Novel by Percival Everett
When Jim overhears that he is about to be sold to a man in New Orleans, separated from his wife …
bigethan reviewed The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V. E. Schwab
A familiar but unique story
5 stars
It's a fun fantasy-ish alternate universe version of Groundhog Day. Has a twisting plot line that never gets to far afield and that encourages introspection. Good stuff all around.
bigethan reviewed The Familiar by Leigh Bardugo
bigethan reviewed A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas (A Court of Thorns and Roses, #1)
It's like 3 books in one, somewhat uneven.
4 stars
This book was long! It felt like the author painted themselves in a corner and then decided to take the circuitous route out. It's a unique world, kinda standard fantasy/magic story, lots of unexpected complications. Good book, but it's a lot. Planning on reading the next one in a year or so.
bigethan finished reading A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas (A Court of Thorns and Roses, #1)

A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas (A Court of Thorns and Roses, #1)
When nineteen-year-old huntress Feyre kills a wolf in the woods, a terrifying creature arrives to demand retribution. Dragged to a …
bigethan finished reading The Fox Wife by Yangsze Choo

The Fox Wife by Yangsze Choo
'Vivid, enigmatic, enchanting' M. L. Rio 'Irresistible' Sunday Times
Some people think foxes go around collecting qi, or life force, …
bigethan reviewed The Fox Wife by Yangsze Choo
Excellent story
5 stars
A unique and well written revenge-ish story of a very unique life. Dealing with crushing sadness and how life is lived when you feel you have nothing to lose. Though the book is more heist-y than sad.
bigethan finished reading Book of Doors by Gareth Brown
bigethan finished reading Listen for the Lie by Amy Tintera

Listen for the Lie by Amy Tintera
What if you thought you murdered your best friend? And if everyone else thought so too? And what if the …
bigethan finished reading The Stardust Grail by Yume Kitasei

The Stardust Grail by Yume Kitasei
Save one world. Doom her own.
Maya Hoshimoto was once the best art thief in the galaxy. For ten years, …
bigethan reviewed Book of Doors by Gareth Brown
bigethan reviewed Listen for the Lie by Amy Tintera
Fun murder mystery twist
4 stars
Solid summer reading book. An interesting twist on a cold case story. Told from the perspective of someone who's case is being investigated by a true crime podcaster. I'm not into podcasts, so if those chapters were overly done, I have no idea.