No One Belongs Here More Than You: Stories
by Miranda July
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Book Reviews of No One Belongs Here More Than You: Stories
Book Review: a little too odd for me
Summary: 3 Stars
I didn't exactly dislike this book, but I didn't love it either. I think Miranda July is just a little too weird for me. I loved "Me and You and Everyone We Know", I thought it was brilliant. But these stories just did not resonate with me. As I read each one, I just felt like they seemed a little forced...almost too quirky. I wasn't in any way offended by them, I just didn't see the appeal. I think they're trying too hard to be hip and now.Book Review: i can't understand why this book gets such high ratings...
Summary: 1 Stars
i thought this book was absolutely terrible. the entire time i read this book all i could think was "is the main narrator mentally retarded". i honestly have no idea how people find this book funny or charming. i found it depressing.
everyone else seems to think the exact opposite of me, and i can't figure out why. i had such high hopes for this book after reading the reviews and was extremely disappointed with what i read.
Book Review: You belong here, too.
Summary: 4 Stars
Each story is a sensitive portrayal of a lonely life. The narrators all come from the same, alienated place. They are odd, and in their oddness, sympathetic.
Beneath the sad surface, there is a note of optimism in every piece. Some of the characters try to reach out to others and fail, spectacularly so, but at least they try.
Strong pieces include "The Swimming Lesson" and "I Kiss a Door."
Book Review: Lovely.
Summary: 4 Stars
If you have a broken heart, read this book. If you have a healed heart, read this book. If you miss your friends, read this book. Give it to them. If you watch too much television, read this book. If you're taking a bubble bath, read this book. If you feel like a stranger, read this book. If you're strange, read it again. If you kiss doors, read this book and kiss someone you love instead. Read this book.Book Review: Not Raymond Carver
Summary: 2 Stars
Will not be to your liking if you prefer linear strightforward and conventional literature. This collection is more metaphorical and elliptical in nature. It does not really connect to anything or make for an enjoyable reading experience. I believe that some critics have discerned a connection between this author's writing and that of Raymond Carver. I really can't see any resemblance,