latest read: thirteen reasons why

I am always amazed by the varied ways writers of novels tell a story. 

This book is pretty interesting in its story-telling method.

The story line of this book is rather direct, but what sets it apart is the way that the story is told.

Though I am impressed by how the story is being told i.e. via a set of cassette tapes listened to one of the "Thirteen Reasons Why", the conversation played out is written rather childishly. But then again, this were words from a teenager which then explains why the author wrote it that way.

All in all, it was a good read and a page turner.

latest reading: holding

I know of the author since I have been following his chat show for the pass, possibly, 5 to 6 years. Since it does not air where I live, I catch him exclusive on Youtube, and I must say I absolutely adore him as a host. He is charming and funny and watching his shows makes my day.

So learning that he has written a book, I just had to get a hold of it. (Pun intended).

And it has not disappoint.

I LOVE THIS BOOK.

Reading it, I feel like I have him telling me the story rather than me reading the words. I can hear his voice narrating the story to me and his writing style and tone to me at least, sounds exactly like him talking in one of this chat shows.

The story is interesting and has many twists and turns.

My only criticism is that I felt the plunging into the sea end was a bit over-dramatic for such a story that was kept secret for years and years.

latest read: the beginning of the world in the middle of the night

The book cover artwork is just stunning and also disturbing at the same time; precisely the reason that attracted me to the book at first glance.

Buying it, I did not notice that it's a book which compiles several unrelated stories together. So as I was reading the first story and not getting a conclusion or a continuation of the story, it was a letdown.

The other short stories were just as open-ended as the first and instead of being engrossed in a story, it kept my mind wondering, which to me is quite disconcerting while reading a book.

latest read: the fourteenth goldfish

A rather peculiar little book and interesting concept.

It's a good book for children which I believe is who it is intended for.

The concept of reversing time and seeing your family member as their younger selves rather than knowing them at their older current age.

latest read: how to stop time

It was an interesting read until somewhere mid-book where it began to be quite obvious what the story is all about and what the conclusion would be.

latest read: moone boy: the fish detective

lastest read: moone boy: the blunder years

lastest read: men without women

latest read: fear and loathing in las vegas

WHOA!

Not ever on drugs or even been drunk before, the writing and vivid detail of story-telling gives a little glimpse on what people high on drugs experience in their stupor of a daily life.

I imagine the reality of what they actually see, feel and touch may not have any words to describe them accurately.