Reviews tagging 'Gun violence'

Your Fathers, Where Are They? and the Prophets, Do They Live Forever? by Dave Eggers

2 reviews

liz_not_bennet's review against another edition

challenging dark emotional funny inspiring reflective sad tense

4.0

I'm still thinking about this book. So many themes, so many thought-provoking impulses - I might feel the need to do something I rarely do (especially if I only just read the book) which is rereading a book.

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Literal chills.

Lots of triggers, look for warnings.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Gun violence, Pedophilia, and Kidnapping

Minor: Addiction, Alcoholism, Child abuse, Emotional abuse, Gun violence, Grief, Fire/Fire injury, and Abandonment

brooklyn1's review against another edition

emotional reflective tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

Very fun book. I thought it would take me a couple days to complete but I started it this afternoon and finished it within a couple hours. I think the "dialogue only" style allows it to be read faster. Thomas is an erratic character determined to find the truth. The character interactions are so genuine, even though they're under weird circumstances. All the people are so believable with completely believable and cogent worldviews. Definitely recommend. 

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Drug use, Gun violence, Pedophilia, Police brutality, and Kidnapping