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The Very Long, Very Strange Life of Isaac Dahl
by Bart Yates
A Unique Read (5/31/2024)
I liked this book and felt it was well written. I thought the idea of advancing 8 years each chapter was a unique way of telling the story. Also the use of historical events. I don't think we realize how many historical events we witness or perhaps participate in until we look back. It made me realize how unique each one's life is.

Originally I felt that the advancement of 8 years left gaps and questions in the story as well as not developing the characters as much as I would like but found most questions were answered and you realize it was done on purpose. I really liked how this was done and why. Not a spoiler here!

I recommend this book and think it would be a great book for a book club.
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