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First Love by Alexander Vargo
I dove into Alexander Vargo's First Love and was hooked from the start. This novel's got a way of making you think about love and relationships in a whole new light - it's like getting a fresh perspective on life. You'll be inspired, maybe even a little wiser, and definitely eager to recommend it to friends.
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Mixed Bag: 'First It Was Fun' Falls Flat
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I recently finished reading Alexander Vargos' short story collection 'First It Was Fun', and I gotta say, it was a bit of a letdown. I'm not a huge fan of short story collections, especially from this author, and this one didn't quite live up to my expectations. The book has three stories in total, and I'll give you a quick rundown of each. The first story, 'Son', was exciting, with a complex woman's fate evoking sympathy. The second story, on the other hand, was a total letdown for me - it was confusing and depressing. The third story, however, was a different story altogether. It's the longest one, and it's where the book starts to pick up steam. But overall, I'd say it's a mixed bag, and I'm not sure I'd recommend it to everyone. The writing's decent, and Vargos does a good job of creating a sense of atmosphere, but it's not enough to make the book stand out. The stories are well-structured, and the pacing's good, but they feel a bit disjointed and disconnected from each other. The book's a quick read, and you can finish it in a few sittings, but it's not a particularly memorable or impactful one.
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Son4/10
KararKötü
Konus7/10
IlkHikaye7/10
IkinciHikaye2/10
UcuncuHikaye9/10
YazarinYazimi8/10
HikayeKalitesi6/10
Mixed Bag: 'First It Was Fun' Falls Flat
I recently finished reading Alexander Vargos' book 'First It Was Fun', and I have to admit, it was a bit of a letdown. Short story collections aren't really my thing, especially from this author, and this one didn't quite live up to my expectations.
The book has three stories in total, and I'll give you a quick rundown of each. The first story, 'Son', was written by Vargos, and it's about two brothers - one a regular office clerk and the other a troublemaker. The troublemaker robbed a house and found a mysterious bottle with some liquid inside. The homeowner decided to get it back and attacked the wrong brother. The story's exciting, and the woman's complex fate even evokes sympathy. As she shares her story, it becomes clear what's inside the bottle. There's a lot of violence, but it's more about mysticism and possibly even fantasy.
The second story was a total letdown for me. I won't go into details, but it was confusing and depressing. I forgot most of it, something about a prize, smoking, and something living inside a person.
The third story, on the other hand, was a different story altogether. It's the longest, making up about ¾ of the book, and it's actually interesting. It has a plot, a setup, and it's well-written. Our protagonist is a strong character who refuses to give up until the very end. Voldemar, on the other hand, is a total piece of work, and I found myself feeling queasy and disgusted by his actions. The part with the turtles was just plain disturbing, and I'm not easily shocked.
So, I'll get straight to the point. A group of friends - two girls and two guys - were heading out for a weekend in the wilderness. But, they ended up taking a wrong turn, and their plans were totally derailed. The location was stunning, and they even managed to have a great picnic. However, things took a dark turn that night. The girls were brutally assaulted by their male friends, and the next morning, one of the girls and another guy went missing while they were searching for them. It wasn't long before the remaining two people vanished too.
When they woke up, they found themselves naked in cages with no idea what was going on. That's when the survival story really kicked in, and I have to admit, it was a wild ride. I immediately thought of the anime 'Promised Neverland' and, as it turned out, I wasn't far off the mark.
To be honest, once they were in the cages, things got pretty interesting. I was on the edge of my seat as our protagonist tried to survive, and I was impressed by how far she was willing to go. The journal entries from Catherine the Great were a particularly standout aspect, and I have to say, it was some great reading.
My Takeaways
The story wasn't bad, but it just didn't live up to my expectations. The first story was okay, but the second was a total letdown. The third, however, was a different story altogether. I loved the way it was written, and the survival aspect was really well done. Our protagonist was a strong character who refused to give up until the very end. Voldemar, on the other hand, was a total piece of work, and I found myself feeling queasy and disgusted by his actions. The part with the turtles was just plain disturbing, and I'm not easily shocked.
When you're reading an author like this, you're expecting a lot of darkness and violence, but sometimes it feels like it's just too much. I love how Vargo's books are easy to get through in one sitting - the plots are engaging, and the way he wraps up the stories is amazing.
But then it all came to a sudden end, which was a bit of a letdown. The story was going great, but the ending felt really rushed. I wanted more - I wanted it to be more intense, more violent, and more satisfying. But in reality, the ending was just a couple of pages, and you're left wondering what actually happened.
I wouldn't recommend this one. The story's not bad, but for me, it's Vargo's weakest book. I love his work, but this one just didn't hit the mark. I'd recommend finishing 'The Grimmer' and taking a break from Vargo for a bit. Maybe go back to Albin Unseld, or get lost in some mystery novels - something to take your mind off things.
Rating Breakdown:
Storyline: 2.5/5Character Development: 3/5Pacing: 3.5/5Originality: 2.5/5I'd give this book 3 stars. It had some interesting moments, but it just didn't live up to my expectations. If you're a fan of Alexander Vargos, you might enjoy this one, but for me, it was a bit of a disappointment.
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Is 'First It Was Fun' a good read for fans of short story collections?
Honestly, I'd say it's a mixed bag. The first story's engaging, but the second one's a total letdown. The third story's where the book starts to pick up steam, but overall, I'm not sure I'd recommend it to everyone.
What are the themes and ideas explored in 'First It Was Fun'?
The book explores some great themes and ideas, especially in the third story. There's a lot of violence, but it's more about mysticism and possibly even fantasy.
Is the writing in 'First It Was Fun' any good?
The writing's decent, but it's not particularly memorable or impactful. Vargos does a good job of creating a sense of atmosphere, but it's not enough to make the book stand out.
How long does it take to read 'First It Was Fun'?
The book's a quick read, and you can finish it in a few sittings. It's a great choice if you're looking for a short and sweet read, but it's not a particularly memorable or impactful one.
What's the cover art like for 'First It Was Fun'?
The cover art is pretty cool, and it'll catch your eye on a bookshelf. It's a great representation of the book's themes and ideas, and it'll give you a sense of what to expect.
Is 'First It Was Fun' a good choice for fans of Alexander Vargos' previous work?
Unfortunately, I'd say it's a bit of a letdown. The book doesn't live up to my expectations, especially considering the author's previous work. It's a shame, because I was really looking forward to reading it.
What's the deal with the second story in 'First It Was Fun'?
Honestly, I'm not a fan of the second story. It's confusing and depressing, and I forgot most of it. It's a total letdown, and it's hard to recommend the book to anyone based on that story alone.
Is 'First It Was Fun' a good choice for fans of fantasy and mysticism?
The book does explore some great themes and ideas, especially in the third story. There's a lot of violence, but it's more about mysticism and possibly even fantasy. If you're a fan of those genres, you might enjoy it, but it's not a particularly memorable or impactful read.
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- •The first story, 'Son', is engaging and exciting, with a complex plot that'll keep you hooked.
- •The book has some great themes and ideas, especially in the third story.
- •The writing's decent, and Vargos does a good job of creating a sense of atmosphere.
- •The stories are well-structured, and the pacing's good.
- •The book's a quick read, and you can finish it in a few sittings.
- •The cover art is pretty cool, and it'll catch your eye on a bookshelf.
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- •The second story is a total letdown - it's confusing and depressing, and I forgot most of it.
- •The book doesn't live up to my expectations, especially considering the author's previous work.
- •The themes and ideas are great, but they're not fully developed, and it feels like the author's just scratching the surface.
- •The writing's decent, but it's not particularly memorable or impactful.
- •The stories are well-structured, but they feel a bit disjointed and disconnected from each other.
- •The book's a bit of a mixed bag, and it's hard to recommend it to everyone.
