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Jonathan K (Max Outlier)
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While somewhat engaging the undercurrent of sadness and predictable plot takes away from what I hoped. And while the GR algorithm suggested it was of the same ilk as Brian Doyle her narrative and style are entirely different.
— Aug 21, 2026 04:30PM
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Jonathan K (Max Outlier)
is on page 191 of 310
As stated before this is not what I'd hoped for. Unrequited love, sadness and drudgery drive the predictable plot. I'm not sure why GR recommended it as similar to Mink River. I'm going to quit while I'm ahead. Apologies to those who enjoy his stories
— Aug 25, 2026 06:17PM
Jonathan K (Max Outlier)
is on page 180 of 310
In all honesty it's not what I'd call engaging or unique. A parallel story of Stephen's dying father and his pursuit of Gabriella, a violinist he had fallen in love with without having met her.
— Aug 23, 2026 07:01PM
Jonathan K (Max Outlier)
is on page 109 of 310
While enjoyable, its rare to see a character fall in love with a woman he's never met or spoken to..its more like he's in love with the notion of her. Will have to see how this plays out
— Aug 21, 2026 03:13PM
Jonathan K (Max Outlier)
is on page 94 of 310
Some compared this author to Brian Doyle due to her lyrical narrative style. And while she's a talented writer, and easily engages a reader, they have little in common. That said there's no denying she knows the topic of faith and love and how they intertwine.
— Aug 19, 2026 05:50PM
Jonathan K (Max Outlier)
is on page 41 of 310
Unfamiliar with the author I find her narrative engaging though sadness permeates the plot. She's a gifted writer whose characters offer insight into the human condition. Hopefully a ray of joy will arrive and dispel the sadness
— Aug 18, 2026 05:47PM
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Aug 21, 2026 07:21PM
Jonathan: I haven't read this one but started The History Of The Rain by Williams. It's about books, searching for a grandfather and has more of a lighthearted quality.
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Susan wrote: "Jonathan: I haven't read this one but started The History Of The Rain by Williams. It's about books, searching for a grandfather and has more of a lighthearted quality." As with all arts, individual tastes vary. I'll read a bit more but in all honesty, its not the sort of story that engages where I'm concerned. Thanks for the tip Susan
Yes, different tastes. But I'm sorry you're not liking his storytelling. He weaves his characters into an atmosphere that's more than predictable, generally, and palpable.
Jonathan wrote: "Susan wrote: "Jonathan: I haven't read this one but started The History Of The Rain by Williams. It's about books, searching for a grandfather and has more of a lighthearted quality." As with all a..." Its not that I don't like it, my preference is for authors who 'bend the rules', which is why Brian Doyle is one of my favorites as is Percival Everett and others