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pynkpanic's review against another edition
sad
medium-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
3.0
I started off really enjoying this Book, i was so excited about it and then every character just turned into a sad Self-insert of the alcoholic author with a dash of ignorance of other countries and cultures and some really questionable Word-choices. Plus the way he describes women feels like he thought he was being really modern and cool but it just feels nasty.
Still enjoyed the premise and some character Elements and other choices though.
Still enjoyed the premise and some character Elements and other choices though.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Addiction and Alcoholism
mockingjayx16's review against another edition
challenging
dark
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Addiction, Alcoholism, Suicidal thoughts, and Alcohol
itsnicholaslashay's review against another edition
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcoholism, Medical trauma, and Alcohol
uparrowhead's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
The Man Who Fell To Earth was a novel that I randomly picked up in a bookstore, unsure of what it would be about, but interested by it's blurb. As I read through the life of Newton, Bryce, and subsequent other characters, however, it ended up becoming so much more than I had initially anticipated.
I'm not familiar with Tevis' works but I really enjoyed his stylistic writing, which managed to portray so many beautiful ideas throughout the book. The settings felt very atmospheric and each scene always managed to have a specific mood and tone which ran through it in a cozy and comfortable way that made the novel very enjoyable to read.
A specific beauty to this book is the characters and their relationships throughout the story. Each one felt very fleshed out and comprehensive, and each character came with their own flaws and struggles and strengths that made them a fantastic cast to follow throughout the story. Their interwoven conversations and interactions felt so incredibly realistic, emotional, and raw to read through; I loved their dynamics and progression.
In terms of sci-fi novels, I believe this one was excellent in it's execution. Newton's difficulty in adjusting to human life and his constant struggles made him a deep character who I loved to follow, even if his actions were sometimes incomprehensible to me. His dilemma throughout the novel was heart-wrenching. Additionally, I felt like the alien species and the details of the civilisation were well-thought out, and the ways in which the audience slowly learned more about them flowed easily through the story and scenes, rather than being large chunks of exposition being shoved down your throat.
My first read of 2024, and I think it was deserving of my high rating. Lovely read that almost had me in tears by the end of the novel.
I'm not familiar with Tevis' works but I really enjoyed his stylistic writing, which managed to portray so many beautiful ideas throughout the book. The settings felt very atmospheric and each scene always managed to have a specific mood and tone which ran through it in a cozy and comfortable way that made the novel very enjoyable to read.
A specific beauty to this book is the characters and their relationships throughout the story. Each one felt very fleshed out and comprehensive, and each character came with their own flaws and struggles and strengths that made them a fantastic cast to follow throughout the story. Their interwoven conversations and interactions felt so incredibly realistic, emotional, and raw to read through; I loved their dynamics and progression.
In terms of sci-fi novels, I believe this one was excellent in it's execution. Newton's difficulty in adjusting to human life and his constant struggles made him a deep character who I loved to follow, even if his actions were sometimes incomprehensible to me. His dilemma throughout the novel was heart-wrenching. Additionally, I felt like the alien species and the details of the civilisation were well-thought out, and the ways in which the audience slowly learned more about them flowed easily through the story and scenes, rather than being large chunks of exposition being shoved down your throat.
My first read of 2024, and I think it was deserving of my high rating. Lovely read that almost had me in tears by the end of the novel.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Addiction, Alcoholism, Chronic illness, Confinement, Medical content, Medical trauma, and Alcohol
Moderate: Torture, Xenophobia, Vomit, Grief, and Dysphoria
Minor: Genocide, Violence, and War
eatyourphone's review against another edition
dark
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
love love love. even with its pessimism i enjoyed it a lot
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcoholism and Violence
guessgreenleaf's review against another edition
emotional
mysterious
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Alcoholism, Chronic illness, Confinement, and Medical content
ksheaffs's review against another edition
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcoholism and Alcohol
Minor: Body horror
clarrry's review against another edition
reflective
sad
medium-paced
4.5
For someone who likes sci-fi and is disappointed when there isn't a focus on it in a book advertised as sci-fi, this book is so far the only exception. Definitely not what I was expecting, but I thoroughly enjoyed it nonetheless. The ending, especially, makes the book.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcoholism
natavi's review against another edition
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcoholism, Chronic illness, Confinement, Fatphobia, Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders, Medical content, Medical trauma, and Alcohol
Moderate: Forced institutionalization
Mention of "African savages"; implication that people on welfare are generally just lazy and taking advantage of the system; multiple instances of authority figures (