Reviews and Comments

Wow breezed through this one. Loved the parallel stories/timelines that explored similar themes in different ways.

There was something relatable about a person who was uncomfortable in their environment or surroundings. But then to juxtapose that plot line with a plot about “someone” uncomfortable in their body was a really smart way to take an idea many people have dealt with (fish out of water) to something many of us have not (body dysmorphia).

Still stand by my original comment that it reminds me of Murderbot Diaries quite a bit!

Really enjoyed the first one. Looking forward to this one as well!

I've never read any Hemingway, but I loved a lot of these short stories. His ability to have two people talk around something is impressive. These stories were also ... more modern ... than I expected. I'm often caught off guard by how modern old things can be, sometimes.

All in all, a good read and I might find my way back to one of his novels someday.

Never read any Hemingway before, somehow missed him all through school. I like to read short story collections when I’m interested in an author, especially one that I might’ve missed before.

This is a book that took some time to get through. Found myself reading it in bursts. All in all an interesting and enjoyable read. I think there’s more to unpack but not sure I will ever read it again.

I did enjoy when the book and story got self referential, though.