Review by Jack03p -- Man Mission by Eytan Uliel
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Review by Jack03p -- Man Mission by Eytan Uliel
[Following is a volunteer review of "Man Mission" by Eytan Uliel.]
Man Mission by Eytan Uliel tells two wildly different stories: one is of a man struggling to feel accomplished in his life, and the other is of that same man going on crazy adventures with his college friends. I never would have thought that these two premises, one emotionally moving and introspective, the other wild and humorous, could come together to create a cohesive, brilliant life story. Yet, here we are. The story takes place over fifteen years, giving plenty of time to see the mountainous peaks and valleys that each character goes through emotionally. Each year, the four friends embark on a Man Mission, going around the world in search of physically draining activities. During the missions, the main character’s flashbacks provide insight into the reasons for each of their current mental states. Uliel creates characters and atmospheres that are fantastically relatable.
What strikes me as the most compelling part of the story is how real it feels. For the first three or four Man Missions, I even thought that this was Uliel’s biography! The whole story feels like it is actually written by the main character. Additionally, I was intrigued by Uliel’s choice not to tell the main character’s name. Generally, I believe that leaving a character unnamed reduces the ability to bond with the character. However, the absence of a name added to the story in a way, leaving the identity of the main character up to the reader. It allowed me to see the main character as a version of myself and relate to him on an even deeper level.
I genuinely could not find any drawbacks to this book. The plot is brilliantly written, progressing rhythmically with each passing chapter. The Man Missions themselves were so enjoyable to read, and the humor in the book made me laugh out loud more than once. This book follows four young-adult men who use bad language and make dirty jokes, which is difficult for some to look past. However, barreling the uncomfortable moments, much like those that exist in life, yields the message of individual fulfillment, which is worth it.
I rate Man Mission 4 out of 4 stars for the way that Uliel develops the characters in a way that mirrors reality. For me to be convinced that this was real throughout almost a third of the book is indicative of the effort that Uliel put in to write such a powerful story. I would recommend and have already recommended Man Mission to adventure-seekers, nature-lovers, and people who dream beyond the societal norms for success in work and wealth.
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Man Mission
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Man Mission by Eytan Uliel tells two wildly different stories: one is of a man struggling to feel accomplished in his life, and the other is of that same man going on crazy adventures with his college friends. I never would have thought that these two premises, one emotionally moving and introspective, the other wild and humorous, could come together to create a cohesive, brilliant life story. Yet, here we are. The story takes place over fifteen years, giving plenty of time to see the mountainous peaks and valleys that each character goes through emotionally. Each year, the four friends embark on a Man Mission, going around the world in search of physically draining activities. During the missions, the main character’s flashbacks provide insight into the reasons for each of their current mental states. Uliel creates characters and atmospheres that are fantastically relatable.
What strikes me as the most compelling part of the story is how real it feels. For the first three or four Man Missions, I even thought that this was Uliel’s biography! The whole story feels like it is actually written by the main character. Additionally, I was intrigued by Uliel’s choice not to tell the main character’s name. Generally, I believe that leaving a character unnamed reduces the ability to bond with the character. However, the absence of a name added to the story in a way, leaving the identity of the main character up to the reader. It allowed me to see the main character as a version of myself and relate to him on an even deeper level.
I genuinely could not find any drawbacks to this book. The plot is brilliantly written, progressing rhythmically with each passing chapter. The Man Missions themselves were so enjoyable to read, and the humor in the book made me laugh out loud more than once. This book follows four young-adult men who use bad language and make dirty jokes, which is difficult for some to look past. However, barreling the uncomfortable moments, much like those that exist in life, yields the message of individual fulfillment, which is worth it.
I rate Man Mission 4 out of 4 stars for the way that Uliel develops the characters in a way that mirrors reality. For me to be convinced that this was real throughout almost a third of the book is indicative of the effort that Uliel put in to write such a powerful story. I would recommend and have already recommended Man Mission to adventure-seekers, nature-lovers, and people who dream beyond the societal norms for success in work and wealth.
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Man Mission
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