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Mark Porton
is 68% done
I think Mr Roth lost me a bit during this 2nd part. Maybe not "lost me" - more like wore me down.
Sitting at around 3.5 stars currently.
— Jan 28, 2026 10:16PM
Sitting at around 3.5 stars currently.
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Mark Porton
is 14% done
I love the humour here - it's not a comedy, but some of Roth's languid descriptions can be very, very funny.
— Jan 15, 2026 07:08AM
Mark Porton
is 8% done
Amazing writing. Love it.
5 stars already. Yep - called it early :))
— Jan 14, 2026 09:15AM
5 stars already. Yep - called it early :))
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Roth's turgid writing in this alleged "masterpiece" wore me down years ago, mate, a bit earlier than 68%, too :).
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This book comes and goes on my radar over the years but I've never read it. I look forward to your review.
Terence M [Quot libros, quam breve tempus!] wrote: "Roth's turgid writing in this alleged "masterpiece" wore me down years ago, mate, a bit earlier than 68%, too :)."Hahahahaha "turgid" brilliant description Tezza!! Hey mate - thing is though, I experience these period of turgidity, then there's a long passage of something that has me totally rivetted. It's a tough, gut-wrenching read to be sure. I will finish it - but enjoy it (all) - not so sure.
Hope all is well with you back in OZ mate - it's been hot there I see. It's warm here in Mexico, and it's supposed to be winter!! Like bollox 😬🤓. Hope you're well mate :))
Maria wrote: "This book comes and goes on my radar over the years but I've never read it. I look forward to your review."Cheers Maria - I should finish this in about 2042!! 😬🦘
