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XX
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This seems to be a love- hate book.
I claim the middle space!
I think, overall, any book that requires an investment of almost 1000 pages really needs to being something special to the table. XX did do that with some very cool concepts, a unique look at humanity, self and individuality and some meta publishing styles (Ala House of Leaves).
However, as with any 1000 page book, you must be prepared. This is also a high-concept, philosophical art piece. At times, the content gets in its own way, proving to be a bulky slog punctuated by some story to keep you hooked.
Overall, am I glad I read it? Maybe.
I would have enjoyed it more if it were a touch more streamlined, but I didn't hate it.
I claim the middle space!
I think, overall, any book that requires an investment of almost 1000 pages really needs to being something special to the table. XX did do that with some very cool concepts, a unique look at humanity, self and individuality and some meta publishing styles (Ala House of Leaves).
However, as with any 1000 page book, you must be prepared. This is also a high-concept, philosophical art piece. At times, the content gets in its own way, proving to be a bulky slog punctuated by some story to keep you hooked.
Overall, am I glad I read it? Maybe.
I would have enjoyed it more if it were a touch more streamlined, but I didn't hate it.
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Reading Progress
June 12, 2022
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to-read
June 12, 2022
– Shelved
July 2, 2022
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Started Reading
July 19, 2022
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