Anthropology Of An American Girl (2003) - Plot & Excerpts
When this book came out, it was all the rage. It took me a few years to get to it, and now that I have conquered the entire massive beast, I wonder what it is that people like about it. I credit the audio book version for helping me get through, as I could listen while working, riding my bike, cleaning the house, showering, and driving. Had I purely read the print version, I would have given up very early. It is a long, undereditedEvie, our main character is a self-loathing, young lady of the late 70's and early 80's. She is miserable, her tone is reminiscent of Eeyore. She has no self-esteem even though she is sought after by many men in the book, smart, and artistic. But I suppose this is the theme in the life of most American girls. I feel that any American woman does not need to read this book unless they want to relate to someone, in their own depression, self-loathing, and bad decisions. Because of Evie's tone and words the book is terribly depressing!There are a lot of characters in this book, and they are very easy to confuse because of this. I found ONE, ONE!, character likeable. That being Rob. He is honest, true, and the opposite of Evie, therefore they are a great pair. Anytime he appeared in the story, I got to smile a bit. It's a 600 page book, I wish he was in it more.I don't regret the time I spent on the book, but I am very skeptical of recommending it. I feel that it will appeal to and satisfy a very limited audience. I could not finish this mammoth book. I commend the author for her ability to write in an intellectual way, but I don't believe every single thought needs to be delved into at great length. The overuse of similes and minute descriptions of things that do nothing to push the plot forward was exhausting. Nobody should live this much inside their own head. Without any likeable characters or compelling story, there's no reason to keep forcing myself to read this.
What do You think about Anthropology Of An American Girl (2003)?
I tried to get into this book and just couldn't. Couldn't even finish it.
—Mom
