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Liked It2 of 2 members found this review helpful “It's very difficult to review a book of the size and scope of "2666". Other critics and reviewers have done a better job than I can offer so I won't let this become too long. I expect that most of the negative reviews will complain that the novel is too complex or leaves plotlines unresolved. ...” see full review » see other reviews » |
Didn’t Like It “I only lasted a few pages. I can't imagine why Stephen King recommended it. This book is so stupid.” see full review » see other reviews » |
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“I only lasted a few pages. I can't imagine why Stephen King recommended it. This book is so stupid.”
FekketCantenel wrote this review 3 days ago. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“Brilliant book, but not easy to read. The very long section on the Juarez killings bogs down. But worth sticking with it for the pyrotechnics of the far-spinning Bolano riffs. ”
Kirk W wrote this review 7 days ago. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No“I don't get the fuss over this book. I gave up after 400 pages and it was a struggle to get that far.”
Bruce H wrote this review 13 days ago. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“Copious words. I'm not sure all of them are necessary. I'm trying to keep my focus and keep forging on. ”
Kathryn H wrote this review 3 weeks ago. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“If you have not had the chance to read Latin literature – you are in for a real treat – I always feel that Latinos write with a twinkle in their eye and that somehow a sense of mischievousness makes its way into the words, into the story. So while we read of a horrible tragedy and great unsolved mystery of murdered women in a Mexican border town – there’s just a teensiest bit if mirth tucked in there - like comic relief during a horror movie.
Cynthia B wrote this review Monday, November 23 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
Even with moments of levity, 2666 is deep reading...something that requires small breaks - you cannot read this in long stretches! The depth of the characters and the methodical approach to creating the ambiance is masterful and much appreciated. Bolaño reminds me a lot of Fyodor Dostoevsky in the process of telling the story. Side stories and small digressions come together to build a powerful foundation for the plot to sit on. An author who takes his time.
”“One of the best books I've ever read”
Nick D wrote this review Thursday, November 19 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No“Can't seem to get through it...”
Erin T wrote this review Thursday, November 5 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“Awesome. I didn't know people wrote books like this anymore.”
Joe B wrote this review Tuesday, November 3 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“Fabulous read! could hardly put it down! wish it could go on and on and on. . . ”
Manette S wrote this review Tuesday, November 3 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
