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emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
sad
medium-paced
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Gun violence
Moderate: Kidnapping
Minor: Cancer, Terminal illness
I really enjoyed that the pacing of the book matched Adam's relationship with his life in the 3 sections of the book. Part 1 was slow paced and matched the tedium of golf that he felt with his entire being, whereas Part 3 was significantly faster paced and enjoyable. The intrigue of the introduction helped propel me through the Part 1 and then I felt that the story soared.
I also loved the growth that Adam went through over the course of the narrative. I thought he was quite obnoxious in the beginning of the book (unsurprising of a 17 year old boy), but his characterization was well developed by the conclusion.
I can't say I've ever felt such severe secondhand embarrassment in my life, so bravo to the interview scene preceding the Dubai incident.
Overall, this was an excellent read.