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Title: Interesting concept that failed to meet my expectations...could barely force myself to finish it.
Review: I agree with the review that stated that Perlman seemed to want to impress us with his vast knowledge rather than write a gripping or interesting story that moved along. I did think the ending made it worth the excruciating, plodding prose with the nice little wrap-up twist, which seemed almost mundane given how "out there" he tried to be with the rest of the structure of the novel. I read constantly, so I'd say it was worth the read to add to my knowledge of what I do and don't like; the concept seemed so promising, and maybe in another's hands, could have been so much more interesting. Hey, maybe that could be a good idea for a reality show---watch writers write the same story from seven different points of view! Er, maybe not. Maybe you just have to be from France to enjoy the book (see previous review).
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