The God of the Woods LIVESHOW

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@KittenCece Ай бұрын

I would say it's a soft, atmosphereic mystery, that is more like a literary exploration of discovering one's self - through a mysterious disappearance and the people around the girl who disappeared.

@flipfloppoet4377 Ай бұрын

This was the first time I read a book from the Literally Dead book club. I'm not a mystery/thriller/horror girlie, so I never pick them up. But I did that one because the cover looked so soft and atmospheric (basically, it gives me the exact opposite vibes than all of you). And it was so well written. Like, so, so, so well written that it kept my interest despite doing lots of things that I usually don't like, like multiple timelines, multiple POVs. But this was a very solid novel. Will definitely read more from this author.

@teaandtypewriters2913 Ай бұрын

My first born child and only son is 8 years old right now so this was a tough read. Especially the part from Alice’s POV where it talks about how Bear looked at her for reassurance when the storm kicked up while they were out in the canoe. That fucked me up.

@the_eerie_faerie_tales Ай бұрын

I will say though that I could definitely relate to Tracy..how she was usually quiet and kept to herself.. she'd be reading a book while the rest of the group chats etc.

@alexswatton5883 Ай бұрын

My Mum and I do the mystery and thrillers books together... Was not expecting my 'Hi Mamma Bear' comment to appear on the TV screen. Made my evening! ❤❤😂😂

@BooksandLala Ай бұрын

@@alexswatton5883 hahahahaha I was like "sure let's call me that now I guess, heyyyy 👋🤪"

@alexswatton5883 Ай бұрын

@@BooksandLala Mum's reply of 'Hi Baby Chop' would have been even more confusing for everyone. I actually would have cried with laughter.

@marabookstagram Ай бұрын

I really enjoyed the book. I picture the author writing this with a million index cards pinned on a wall with all the characters and timelines!

@MelpoReads Ай бұрын

Ali!!!! Love her and her channel!!

@Janisariot Ай бұрын

Barbara mentioned TJ saving stuff for her for months. So I think she said no to Barbara coming to make it seem like she didn't want her there and to cover their tracks

@twocupstravels Ай бұрын

I’ve been waiting for this live since it was announced. Fun listening to all of your perspectives. I really enjoyed the God of the Woods - loved the slow burn mystery and the atmosphere

@Whtpaper Ай бұрын

I loved The God of the Woods (5 ⭐) but I also love popcorn thrillers. I'm reading the new Freida McFadden now. 🙂

@lillithanna Ай бұрын

Dang missed this live bc i was finishing The Bog Wife! God of the Woods was 5⭐ star for me! Mainly for the writing of the pure heartbreak. The people in this book are so lonely. My thoughts on the book that haven't already been said... I think Alice as a character would have been so hard to understand in the hands of a lesser author. But we get inside her head and see how she is slowly eased into this life of suffocation. I think Alice is also in the story to act as the reader's window into the world of the rich, and how even as someone raised in this class she feels like an outsider. Standout scene was with our hero Judy, in the dark in front of the hotel, as she stands up to her father and tells him no, actually, she'll be staying. Power scene that is a great example of the themes you talked about of authority and gender in this time period. Quotes: Dig on Thoreau by Louise: "There were poor people far more resourceful and self-sufficient than he was; they just had the grace and self-awareness not to brag about it." "Who is responsible for allowing the boy into the dormitory!?" "Well, Barbara is." 🤭

@mikaylagrayson5342 Ай бұрын

Overall r stars! I appreciated that the physical book had the timeline marked on each chapter. I also liked that we met so many characters because it meant that you really didn’t know who was important.

@midnightscrawls 28 күн бұрын

Catching up after finally getting my library hold. I went for 3.5/3.75 - I think I knew the grandad would be the obvious answer but that was my thoughts, and it would be commentary on how the rich can get away with things. In a way, it still was that second part, but I wasn’t sure about how I felt about Bear’s death but explains the Alice chapters and her treatment. I think there were a few things which needed wrapping up a bit more which is why it wasn’t a 4 - agree with the Sluiter comments. Also what went on with Louise, and I also think Scary Mary could have popped up a bit more to strengthen that reveal. Did love the writing though, it was a very easy book to read

@rachel43274 Ай бұрын

I enjoyed the book (I read it back when it released) but I just need some acknowledgement that leaving a teenager on her own in the woods is not a solution to the problem....

@omalleysmith9100 Ай бұрын

This book is just like Liz Moore's other books - slow burning family dramas with a little mystery thrown in. The stakes aren't very high, which is what disqualifies it as a 'thriller' to me, and its really not suspenseful or anything but it IS engrossing. I gave it a 4.0... Really enjoyed it!

@CarolinaS7 Ай бұрын

💗 but hated it, lol. 2.75 stars, rounded down to 2 stars in Goodreads.

@emperorcupcake Ай бұрын

Booksandlala: this isn’t for everyone, don’t read it Me: immediately adds to tbr

@the_eerie_faerie_tales Ай бұрын

dammit I missed the live! I gave it a generous 3⭐ but honestly probably more of a 2.5⭐. It is NOT a Thriller imo... it's a family/multi-family drama with some mystery regarding a couple missing kids. Bit confusing with all the different POVs (which I don't normally have trouble with) and all the time jumps... all over the place. Perhaps it would have been easier if I had read it physically instead of via audio. I did have my BOTM edition but I was busy reading other books physically and I like to listen to audiobooks while I'm walking and driving. And I love me a chonky book but this was just way too long for what it was... the reveals were underwhelming considering the length. I thought the pink paint thing would have a more significant meaning but that was dull. Also the title is misleading.. they referenced it one time in the book so I thought it was going to have something to do with some woods person or creature.. I will be unhauling it. I liked her other book Long Bright River much better.