Review of The Life and Times of Brinsky Noodles
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Review of The Life and Times of Brinsky Noodles
[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "The Life and Times of Brinsky Noodles" by Brian M Johnson.]
Brian M Johnson's novel "The Life and Times of Brinsky Noodles" centers on Ben's life narrative. The author invited me to witness events in Ben's life, beginning with his birth, where I met his family and learned about their characteristics. The introductory scenes helped me better understand the dynamics and underlying reasons behind some of the incidents.
As the novel progresses, it is revealed that Ben was traumatized as a child, primarily due to his heartless father's disregard for his surroundings, particularly acts committed by known people, which may haunt him for the rest of his life. The book's central theme is his parents' abandonment: first, his father's mental abandonment, then his mother gradually becoming an absent character, and finally both disappearing before completing their parental duties.
When I read about his father, it didn't surprise me because I knew from the first that he was just a human who was labeled as a father who does basic things like getting them a roof and food. When it comes to his mother, her actions surprised me because she loved them dearly but couldn't save them or treat them right due to her eagerness to get validation from other people. The experiences he received from his parents are explained in detail; you could almost feel how often he was alone in a world full of humans, yet his screams to be saved, helped, or loved went unheard for a long time, especially during his childhood, when he was supposed to be nestled in the warmth of love.
The disappearance of his parents saved Ben's life; it was a difficult path, but his parents' toxic treatment was no longer present, and being an orphan felt far better than having ignorant parents. Later on, he received extended family assistance, which allowed him to gradually develop into the person he had wished to be since he was a child. The divine humans modeled a world of love and support for him. At that point, I realized that ignorance can suffocate the essence of a person's spirit, whereas a small act of love, assistance, and care can transform the world into a better place for everyone, as this story shows.
I rate this book 3 out of 5. The story narration, which was fascinating for the majority of the book, highlighted the genuine challenges that a child faces when raised by uneducated parents, as well as the extent to which abandonment can harm a person. The image on the cover page immediately piqued my interest and compelled me to pick up the book to read, demonstrating that both the book title and cover page were well-crafted.
Some of Ben's conversations did not resonate with me because they did not sound like they were coming from a small boy. Some content, such as sexual exploration, particularly through personal relationships, did not feel natural and appeared out of nowhere in the story. The mother's description of her habits felt a little long, and her repeated remarks without a satisfactory explanation made me lose interest. As a result, I was unable to award the book its full rating. The editing team performed an excellent job of producing an error-free book that will provide a delightful reading experience. I recommend this book to those who enjoy stories about child abandonment, but it contains triggers, so please read the description before picking up the book, as it may not be suitable for everyone.
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The Life and Times of Brinsky Noodles
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Brian M Johnson's novel "The Life and Times of Brinsky Noodles" centers on Ben's life narrative. The author invited me to witness events in Ben's life, beginning with his birth, where I met his family and learned about their characteristics. The introductory scenes helped me better understand the dynamics and underlying reasons behind some of the incidents.
As the novel progresses, it is revealed that Ben was traumatized as a child, primarily due to his heartless father's disregard for his surroundings, particularly acts committed by known people, which may haunt him for the rest of his life. The book's central theme is his parents' abandonment: first, his father's mental abandonment, then his mother gradually becoming an absent character, and finally both disappearing before completing their parental duties.
When I read about his father, it didn't surprise me because I knew from the first that he was just a human who was labeled as a father who does basic things like getting them a roof and food. When it comes to his mother, her actions surprised me because she loved them dearly but couldn't save them or treat them right due to her eagerness to get validation from other people. The experiences he received from his parents are explained in detail; you could almost feel how often he was alone in a world full of humans, yet his screams to be saved, helped, or loved went unheard for a long time, especially during his childhood, when he was supposed to be nestled in the warmth of love.
The disappearance of his parents saved Ben's life; it was a difficult path, but his parents' toxic treatment was no longer present, and being an orphan felt far better than having ignorant parents. Later on, he received extended family assistance, which allowed him to gradually develop into the person he had wished to be since he was a child. The divine humans modeled a world of love and support for him. At that point, I realized that ignorance can suffocate the essence of a person's spirit, whereas a small act of love, assistance, and care can transform the world into a better place for everyone, as this story shows.
I rate this book 3 out of 5. The story narration, which was fascinating for the majority of the book, highlighted the genuine challenges that a child faces when raised by uneducated parents, as well as the extent to which abandonment can harm a person. The image on the cover page immediately piqued my interest and compelled me to pick up the book to read, demonstrating that both the book title and cover page were well-crafted.
Some of Ben's conversations did not resonate with me because they did not sound like they were coming from a small boy. Some content, such as sexual exploration, particularly through personal relationships, did not feel natural and appeared out of nowhere in the story. The mother's description of her habits felt a little long, and her repeated remarks without a satisfactory explanation made me lose interest. As a result, I was unable to award the book its full rating. The editing team performed an excellent job of producing an error-free book that will provide a delightful reading experience. I recommend this book to those who enjoy stories about child abandonment, but it contains triggers, so please read the description before picking up the book, as it may not be suitable for everyone.
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Harshitha
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