. . . You are going to love the book I just read! I know I have talked about numerous books this summer, but if you only plan to read one book, make it this one!
The book is Then We Came to an End by Joshua Ferris. I haven't liked a book this much since I read The Road last fall. As I started this book, I noticed two things: I was laughing like a little school girl at the hilarity of the first chapter. The book's point of view is different than anything I have ever read.
First, the book is hilarious. Ferris presents characters who are discussing their daily lives to their colleagues. He reveals in their banter how ridiculous many of the conversations and actions we take daily are. My favorite examples involves an office tradition of taking someone's "good chair" after they have been fired. This office chair situation evolves into an absolute riotous situation throughout the book.
Ferris tells this book in the first person plural, meaning he narrates using "we." The story is about an office and the day to day occurrences as the pressure of layoffs builds. So, the point of view becomes important as he talks about how they collectively feel using "we." I have never read a book like that before, and I was impressed with that concept.
I also enjoyed how Ferris unraveled a compelling and heartwarming aspect in the story by having a main character from the office struggle with a devastating disease.
The story truly was an awesome read. Anytime I can laugh, cry, gasp out loud, and keep glued to a book, I know it is good. I would put this book in my Top Ten Favorites of all time. LOVE IT! It is a must- read!
1 comment:
Okay, I'm intrigued! Dibs on borrowing your copy next time I see you...unless, of course, you checked it out of the library. :)
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