Woman at 1,000 Degrees – Hallgrímur Helgason
Crass old woman’s deathbed remembrances. Hard to find likable characters.
Crass old woman’s deathbed remembrances. Hard to find likable characters.
Heavy, often-pessimistic memoir that’s relatable, no matter your origins.
One choice, 2,000 years old, echoes across undying woman’s life.
Gorgeous poetry and photography combine to create a re-readable tome.
Fascinating glimpse into the world of genes and species revival.
Fun, fast-paced adventure, though the ending didn’t quite stick.
Great concept, though the main character just really bothered me.
A dark struggle through an orphan’s scattered, unconventional early life.
Exaggerated characters – especially parents – made this unpalatable. Otherwise, neat story.
A few interesting stories, but most were lost on me.