Absolutely Remarkable Thing

sifuCJC reviewed Absolutely Remarkable Thing by Hank Green

Lighness pulls you into a well-structured story

5 stars

I loved this book. I had recently come across entertainment with horrible dialog. I was so happy with the funny and snappy dialog of this book. And the plot was silly, engaging.

Then through all the humor, a theme creeps in. Hank Green is a youtuber (if you didn't know), and I like the writing on his science vids. Here he applies the same concision toward how fame and money in the internet age can effect you and your relationships.

The lightness and silliness pulls you in until you realize that you are deeply thoughtful and find you have passed through an ordeal with the characters. I cried cathartic tears by the end. I will have to read part two ASAP.

Elska Bee reviewed Absolutely Remarkable Thing by Hank Green

Review of 'Absolutely Remarkable Thing' on 'Goodreads'

4 stars

[NO SPOILERS] // maybe more like 4.5??? // I wasn't sure what to expect but I guess it wasn't that

I recommend this book to people who like:
- just like a little hint of sci-fi, a bay leaf in the stew
- solving mysteries
- fast-paced books that don't waste any time
- unusual formatting and style
- characters who aren't likeable, but lead interesting lives
- a good dose of Weird af, seriously be prepared for weirdness
- an exploration of fame and how it affects people
(but also don't let this last point deter you, I usually wouldn't read this kind of book either!)

This book was weird and wonderful and kinda frustrating (April... you test me, but that's the point) and even a little emotional (in like a 'wow, what a powerful moment' kinda way). It took me some time to get through; I don't usually …

[NO SPOILERS] // maybe more like 4.5??? // I wasn't sure what to expect but I guess it wasn't that

I recommend this book to people who like:
- just like a little hint of sci-fi, a bay leaf in the stew
- solving mysteries
- fast-paced books that don't waste any time
- unusual formatting and style
- characters who aren't likeable, but lead interesting lives
- a good dose of Weird af, seriously be prepared for weirdness
- an exploration of fame and how it affects people
(but also don't let this last point deter you, I usually wouldn't read this kind of book either!)

This book was weird and wonderful and kinda frustrating (April... you test me, but that's the point) and even a little emotional (in like a 'wow, what a powerful moment' kinda way). It took me some time to get through; I don't usually read sci-fi or contemporary so it wasn't something I was reaching for a lot. HOWEVER, once I would start reading I'd get really sucked in.

I think it's hard to say much more without having read the second book, which in my mind is more of a part 2 than a sequel. Seriously I have so many questions and I'm having a great time.

Kal

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Jul 12

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