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BSG #28: This American Book / An Absolutely Remarkable Thing
Where were you when the Carls appeared? Join the #Squad for a discussion of Hank Green’s debut novel, An Absolutely Remarkable Thing. We talk about the book’s unique angle on its themes, voice and characterization, and what the heck new adult lit is. Plus we read some listener feedback on The Gunners and get into what’s on the #BookSquadBlog right now (lots of TV recaps!). Look out for our next #othersode on 6/3, our very first #travelsode as the #Squad takes on New Orleans together. Then read along with us for our next #bookpisode on Rachel Kushner’s The Mars Room on June 17! Don’t forget to rate, review, subscribe and send your feedback to thesquad@booksquadgoals.com!
:30 – book intro and Wizard Rock q
7:03 – Goodreads summary
14:10 – Is this book different from other stories like it? Or is it about something else?
19:05 – An interview with Hank Green, gamergate, politics
32:40 – Voice and tone and characterization
47:13 – What even is new adult lit
53:35 – The ending
1:04:03 – Ratings!
1:07:37 – The Gunners feedback
1:16:00 – What’s on the blog? What’s up next?
- Link to the Vox Interview
made with love by emily, kelli, mary, and susan. <3 thanks to Katelyn Elaine Photography for our group photos.