Bearskin

A Novel

De: James A. McLaughlin

Narrado por: MacLeod Andrews

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Good premise and writing but ultimately a bore

I liked the idea of the book and even enjoyed the writing in much of it. But the devil's in the details and a lot of the characters and plot points were flat and somewhat unbelievable. I found a lot of it paradoxically outlandish but boring. I wish a lot of the story was more simple and straight-forward. His sabbatical in the forest was confusing and unnessary as was a lot of the backstory re: the cartel. It's difficult to pinpoint exactly why a book does or doesn't work, but I can say with confidence much of this book does not work.

Very enjoyable book

I found it difficult to put down. I do hope there is a sequel in the works.

Full bodied characters

I really enjoyed this book, however the ending could have been more satisfying. It felt like the book ended and there were still questions in my mind about different situations. I like the interactions between people who have difficulty communicating. Too often, we make over generalizations about people from the way they speak or the grammar they use. But, like people we all know and love, sometimes you have to look hard for the redeemable qualities. It's refreshing to see people that aren't so one-dimensional. I would read more from this author.

Decent enough story with great narration.

I never got tired of listening to this book as I have with some others. The story line although a little far fetched was entertaining. The narrator was great.

Incorrect pronunciation

I enjoyed this story in spite of the violence. It’s presence was subtly treated and therefore palatable. The mispronunciations of the Arizona specific terms was disconcerting, however. It is a “he la” not “gee la” woodpecker. And the pronunciation of saguaro made me cringe every time I heard it as if I was tolerating some tourist’s conversation. At least the city of Tempe wasn’t mangled as Baboquiveri was!