Theo of Golden by Allen LeviMy rating: 3 of 5 stars
I’m really wavering on rating this book. I read it for my book club and to be honest, it is not a book I would have picked up on my own. It really didn’t seem like my kind of book, and all the hype was scary. I am usually disappointed when I read an overly-hyped book. This one started out very slowly, confirming my worst fears. It is a slow-paced, character-driven book, and I prefer plot-driven stories. I was tempted to give up on this book about halfway through, but two things kept me reading. First, it is a selection for my bookclub, and I think that implies an obligation to try to get through the book. But the book also hinted at a bit of a mystery and I REALLY wanted to know the why! Early in the book, I thought I’d end up rating it about a 2.5-3. Then towards the end, when I thought the author was going to leave my question unanswered, I was ready to throw the book across the room and rate it about a 1! After all, I’d invested all that time reading! But luckily I read that last chapter and all was explained. The ending redeemed the story. I also appreciate that the author gave us an epilogue, answering even more questions! I still didn’t end up loving the book like others do, but I’m glad I stuck it out. The book is slow-paced and a little preachy at times, but the characters are likable and the last few chapters satisfied my need for resolution. I’m rating this book 3.5.
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