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Does anything actually…. happen in this book?

David Mitchell is fantastic at writing poignant, thoughtful little vignettes that overlap just enough to build into a bigger story.

However, his novels are not the type that I can devour -- they take time, and I usually need to dip in and out.

So I’m pressing pause on this one for now. Note to self: I left off at the “Holy Mountain” chapter.

I appreciate David Mitchell’s ability to write compelling narratives from various perspectives, always paying attention to details. I think I understand the theme is how our lives are connected with those we never meet who may have lived long before or after us.

The “Holy Mountain” chapter is a great microcosm / example of 1900s Chinese history.

This book is more vibes/poetic prose > plot

Which is beautiful and I do enjoy, but hard to read all the time. I’m going to put this down for a few weeks, read one plot-driven book, and come back to it for the second half.

I’m halfway through can something interesting PLEASE happen im bored!!!!!!

So far….. catcher of the rye x Lincoln highway vibes

I DONT WANT THIS TO END. hands down best book i’ve ever read. her writing 🤌🤌 the grasp she has on the english language is unparalleled. phenomenal, sensational, etc etc

i’ve been reading this for almost two years and somehow can’t get into it… am determined to finish though. one day

fleabag meets the bell jar

This book comes everywhere with me (even the loo)