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Hollow Kingdom (Hollow Kingdom, #1)
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If birds in books were even occasionally this humorous, I would probably have read more from a crow's perspective. When a crow is nicknamed S.T., short for Shit Turd - so named by former owner Big Jim - you know there might be at least a bit of humor involved. In keeping with his spunky personality, S.T. calls humans, like his owner Big Jim, “MoFos” (an endearing term? Believe it or not, it is.). Without MoFos, as such is the case in the moment as S.T's world falls apart, he is decidedly lost. Where there is a will for a bird, there may be a way.
Funny, yes, but that's not enough for me to give this more than 3 stars. The plot itself continues to change as the book progresses, away from what I at first found enjoyable. S.T. leads Dennis (Big Jim's bloodhound and S.T.'s only friend) away from home where the soon meet others, good and bad. Initial adventures become a semi-epic that loses a certain sense personal touch in he process. I probably won't continue with book 2, but this may work for others, especially if you enjoy books with animal protagonists.
Funny, yes, but that's not enough for me to give this more than 3 stars. The plot itself continues to change as the book progresses, away from what I at first found enjoyable. S.T. leads Dennis (Big Jim's bloodhound and S.T.'s only friend) away from home where the soon meet others, good and bad. Initial adventures become a semi-epic that loses a certain sense personal touch in he process. I probably won't continue with book 2, but this may work for others, especially if you enjoy books with animal protagonists.
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Interesting thoughts, Ron :)) I understand this book is meant for adults?
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Beata wrote: "Interesting thoughts, Ron :)) I understand this book is meant for adults?"Yes, definitely for adults Beata. There were moments early in I thought it'd be alright for kids, but S.T. has a likes to swear, so I guess not. If crows could talk, maybe they would have a hankering for cussing. :)
Ron, I can see why this wasn't a five star read for you, although I think I might enjoy the humorous nature of S.T., at least for a while - but not a steady diet. Glad that you found things to enjoy in this one!
Cheri wrote: "Ron, I can see why this wasn't a five star read for you, although I think I might enjoy the humorous nature of S.T., at least for a while - but not a steady diet. Glad that you found things to enjo..."Yeah, humor only takes you us so far with a story, especially when the dialogue is one-sided. I suppose this had other attributes beside that, but with the direction I sort of lost my interest. One character was lost, and that didn't help either. Thanks, Cheri!
What a name for a crow! Glad you enjoyed some of the humor in the story, Ron.
Laysee wrote: "What a name for a crow! Glad you enjoyed some of the humor in the story, Ron."The name still makes me laugh, mostly because the crow had no objections to his name. Humor is good. Thank you, Laysee.
Diana wrote: "Sounds interesting…"To a point, it definitely was.
Interesting review, Ron. I've been thinking of reading one or two books with animal protagonists this year, but I'll probably skip this one. At the same time, I must admit a crow's perspective sounds intriguing.
Nika wrote: "Interesting review, Ron. I've been thinking of reading one or two books with animal protagonists this year, but I'll probably skip this one. At the same time, I must admit a crow's perspective soun..."Thanks Nika. I too try to read a book, or three from the animal protagonist's point of view during a year, although I love the true to life stories with them as well. Some have become favorites and I may just do a reread this coming year.
I am sorry this wasn't quite up to expectations Ron, although the premise has me intrigued! I am glad that there was some humour in there at least! Excellent review! 🙂
Ellie wrote: "I am sorry this wasn't quite up to expectations Ron, although the premise has me intrigued! I am glad that there was some humour in there at least! Excellent review! 🙂"It did have the humor, and I should mention a plot that's not only unique for the protagonist point of view, but a different look at a zombie/contagion apocalypse. I'm sure many loved it more for all that! Thanks Ellie!
Hmmm. Interesting review, but I suspect this one is not for me. Still and yet, I enjoyed your review. No surprise there. :-)
Zoeytron wrote: "Hmmm. Interesting review, but I suspect this one is not for me. Still and yet, I enjoyed your review. No surprise there. :-)"Thanks Zoey. It has it's moments, and even a few tugs on the heart, but I can't recommend friends to give it a go. I've seen higher reviews for book 2, but still...
Haha, this sounds good. I might give it a try! Great review Ron!!🤩
Kay ❦ wrote: "Haha, this sounds good. I might give it a try! Great review Ron!!🤩"It has its pluses Kay! Thank you.
Definitely a unique take on an apocalyptic world. Great review, Ron :-)
Libby wrote: "Definitely a unique take on an apocalyptic world. Great review, Ron :-)"Thank you Libby. The author is pretty good at creating a needed refreshing take on the genre.
Yes the book did not leave me wanting to know more. I think this is a one and done for me and I’ll just maybe listen to the sequel. I think this works better as a short story
