Where the God of Love Hangs Out: Fiction

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Good Books rating 3.0
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  • ID: 5714
  • Added: 2025-10-24
  • Updated: 2025-10-24
  • Reviews: 2
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abebooks.com · Unknown · 2025-10-24
brilliant 5.00

The reviewer was captivated by Amy Bloom's short story collection, praising her writing style, character development, and evocative language. They found the revisiting of certain characters intriguing and memorable, even months after reading.

The reviewer was immediately drawn to Amy Bloom's writing, finding her language rich and evocative. They particularly enjoyed the character development and the way Bloom captures the essence of the times. The reviewer was intrigued by the revisiting of certain characters, which added depth to the stories and made them more memorable. Even months later, the reviewer could recall specific details and passages, highlighting the impact of Bloom's writing. The reviewer loved the collection so much that they read one of the stories aloud to friends, showcasing their admiration for Bloom's work.


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    There is something magical about finding a new author you love.

    I love Bloom's writing style and can't say enough how much I loved each of her stories.

    Even almost seven months later I can recall specific details and passages.

app.thestorygraph.com · Unknown · 2025-10-24
disappointing 1.00

The reviewer struggled to connect with the characters in this collection of short stories, finding them unlikable and difficult to empathize with, ultimately leading them to abandon the book halfway through.

The reviewer attempted to engage with this collection of short stories but found themselves unable to continue past the halfway point. They expressed a strong dislike for the major characters in each story, stating that they had serious trouble empathizing with any of them. This lack of connection made the reading experience unpleasant, prompting the reviewer to set the book aside. The stories did not resonate with them, and they were left feeling unsatisfied with the overall experience.


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    I got about halfway through this collection of short stories and then gave up.

    I kind of hated all the major characters in every story and had serious trouble empathizing with any of them.

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