so-soSy Montgomery really seems to have taken the idea of “Turtle Time” to heart. I cannot say if this is typical of her writing style…but oh my goodness, this book seemed to last forever. The irony is not lost on me that I wished it would move faster! I found some bits to be repetitive, as well. I could‘ve done with fewer of Fire Chief‘s recovery details, in particular. The message is sweet & sound — turtles DO deserve saving. And cars ARE terrible.
monalyisha 1/2: I‘d be willing to try another of Montgomery‘s books in the future. I‘d read it in print (instead of listening to the audio, as I did this time around) to see if the change in format impacts how I receive her style. I‘m a little worried that her writing might not be for me, though! I think it‘s that the sweet bits are almost *too* earnestly sweet. 2d
monalyisha 2/2: Despite fully acknowledging the realities of climate change and the overwhelming environmental impact that humans have had in such a short period, Montgomery‘s tone teeters on the edge of saccharine. 2d
monalyisha *Note: While TRL‘s mission and overall vibe is *incredibly* impressive and heartwarming, to this Milennial, “TRL” will always stand for (MTV‘s) Total Request Live. I think Alexxia and Natasha might not be much older than I am. I wonder if their abbreviated name conjures up the same association for them! 2d
shanaqui I thought I remembered liking Sy Montgomery's book about octopodes, but I went and looked and I gave it 2/5 with some of the same caveats. 🤔 So yeah I suspect her work may just... be that way. 2d
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