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Dakota and the American Dream
What happens when a child comes face-to-face with Corporate America?
Ten-year-old Dakota dreams about seeing the city from above, atop a skyscraper. An unsuspecting job candidate, the boy lands a position at a company within the building, but his journey is anything but a simple elevator ride to the top.
As he treads the path to success, he comes across many themes that are characteristic of America and its corporate culture:
The rat race, office romance, and a golf tournament, among other workplace situations;
Difficult workplace personalities, confusing American regional dialects, and cutthroat management;
And worst of all, the dreaded performance review.
Will Dakota realize his dream? Or will he wake up from a nightmare?
Editorial Reviews:
"This book can be a good lesson for young children and for adults as well, who will definitely enjoy the satirical narrative. The author talks about the American dream but in a very fantastical setup where anything is possible. Instead of the whimsical world of Alice, the reader is transported into a world where every adult lives and tries to survive . . . The author has a very witty sense of humor, and it shows in the narrative. This book may be short, but it packs a punch that will blow you away."--Rabia Tanveer, Readers' Favorite (5 Stars)
"What stands out most of all about this very intelligently written book is the descriptive narrative. The author writes beautifully, which makes all of your senses come to life. The characters are unique and diverse, and their dialogue really showcases their personalities . . . There are some wonderful comedy moments throughout . . . but when you stop laughing, you realize that a very important message has been subtly threaded into the scene . . . There are so many messages throughout [the novel] that will make you ponder on the real meaning of success, happiness and being true to yourself. Highly recommended."--Lesley Jones, Readers' Favorite (5 Stars)
"On the one hand, the tale involves ten-year-old Dakota falling asleep, and following a playful squirrel into a strange world where he encounters a host of new characters and their issues. On the other hand, those characters and their problems represent the social, political, and economic hardships of being in contemporary America . . . [and] capture perfectly an allegory for the stresses and trials that we put on ourselves as adults, which can often be viewed by children as silly problems that shouldn't really exist. It's the beauty of this contrast that gives the work its charm throughout, and the plot winds in a surreal but entertaining fashion back towards reality. Overall, Dakota and the American Dream is an ingenious and fun work of satirical fantasy fiction."--K.C. Finn, Readers' Favorite (5 Stars)
Ten-year-old Dakota dreams about seeing the city from above, atop a skyscraper. An unsuspecting job candidate, the boy lands a position at a company within the building, but his journey is anything but a simple elevator ride to the top.
As he treads the path to success, he comes across many themes that are characteristic of America and its corporate culture:
The rat race, office romance, and a golf tournament, among other workplace situations;
Difficult workplace personalities, confusing American regional dialects, and cutthroat management;
And worst of all, the dreaded performance review.
Will Dakota realize his dream? Or will he wake up from a nightmare?
Editorial Reviews:
"This book can be a good lesson for young children and for adults as well, who will definitely enjoy the satirical narrative. The author talks about the American dream but in a very fantastical setup where anything is possible. Instead of the whimsical world of Alice, the reader is transported into a world where every adult lives and tries to survive . . . The author has a very witty sense of humor, and it shows in the narrative. This book may be short, but it packs a punch that will blow you away."--Rabia Tanveer, Readers' Favorite (5 Stars)
"What stands out most of all about this very intelligently written book is the descriptive narrative. The author writes beautifully, which makes all of your senses come to life. The characters are unique and diverse, and their dialogue really showcases their personalities . . . There are some wonderful comedy moments throughout . . . but when you stop laughing, you realize that a very important message has been subtly threaded into the scene . . . There are so many messages throughout [the novel] that will make you ponder on the real meaning of success, happiness and being true to yourself. Highly recommended."--Lesley Jones, Readers' Favorite (5 Stars)
"On the one hand, the tale involves ten-year-old Dakota falling asleep, and following a playful squirrel into a strange world where he encounters a host of new characters and their issues. On the other hand, those characters and their problems represent the social, political, and economic hardships of being in contemporary America . . . [and] capture perfectly an allegory for the stresses and trials that we put on ourselves as adults, which can often be viewed by children as silly problems that shouldn't really exist. It's the beauty of this contrast that gives the work its charm throughout, and the plot winds in a surreal but entertaining fashion back towards reality. Overall, Dakota and the American Dream is an ingenious and fun work of satirical fantasy fiction."--K.C. Finn, Readers' Favorite (5 Stars)
158 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 25, 2019
About the author
Sameer Garach
2 books10 followersSAMEER GARACH is the American author of "The Bull Option," a unique and cunning financial thriller that moves at a breakneck pace, and "Dakota and the American Dream," a charming and hilarious contemporary satire that entertains adults as well as children. To learn more about Sameer, visit sameergarach.com.
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December 21, 2020
Dakota and the American Dream was an enjoyable read with a great meaning to it. Sameer Garach holds a great skill for satirical writing matched with an uparalleled sense of humor. The story starts with Dakota, a 10 year old boy who follows a squirrel into the world of Corporate America, mirroring the conception of Alice in Wonderland.
“Santa’s not real,” Dakota answered, very beat. “How can a fat guy visit so many houses in one night? With flying reindeer? It just is not possible,” he thought.(lol, sorry Santa!) I loved Dakota and his persona was unique and he faces the world with an unwavering resolve. The pace was quick and likeable and the world building was splendid. The narrative and the plot of the story will leave you aching for more. It was realistic and every aspects of criticism you face in a world such as ours, was meticulously depicted. I had a good laugh throughout the book but the message behind every word was resonating which made me realise the flaws that exists in our system.
"The bee only wanted to hear what he wanted to hear."An apt, thought provoking novel for both kids and adults but it might not be for everyone. I'd rate it a four star and I do highly recommend this if you are looking for a mind boggling satire. Thank you Sameer Garach for providing me with a copy for an honest review!
"It only takes one bad experience to generalize a whole group.”
December 14, 2020
My review is in my website www.bookread2day.wordpress.com
I was approached by the very kind author to review this book and wow! What an incredible story.
The first thing I noticed while reading this book is the wow factor of what a clever imagination this author has in writing through a child’s eyes with a child’s personality, and the type of things children do. The author has put a lot of thought carefully to bring to life what Dakota seemed to have seen. Any adult teenager or child who loves Peter Rabbit will love this book. Here is a short part of
chapter one.
Chapter 1: Down Hopscotch Lane
Dakota was tired of playing catch with his mother at the park, and wanting to rest, he cuddled up to her on the bench, careful not to tip over the coffee cup she sipped at. He glanced at the laptop she was working on, once or twice. But it had no games to play or movies to watch, and Dakota thought, ” what is the use of a computer if it had no games or movies?”
So he considered whether it would be worth the effort to mark out a good distance between two trees, sprint from one to the other, and time himself to see if a personal record could be set, when suddenly a fat squirrel with an olive green back hopped by him and gently chewed away at an acorn.
The rich olive green fur on the backside captured the attention of Dakota, who was very fascinated by it, so much that he hadn’t even noticed the rodent’s clothing a dull gray suit jacket and an olive green tie as he’d never seen such a coat before only the gray and auburn variety appeared in his backyard. The curious hair made for a few blinks, but he was surprised to find that his eyes weren’t playing tricks on him. “Perhaps,” he thought, ” I’ve eaten so many green apples, my eyes have warped!” ( For, you see, Dakota’s mother started an apple business some time ago that made apple pie, apple juice, apple chips, apple whatever, most of which Dakota had no taste for. ) He brought his hands up slowly before his face, afraid he might witness a green hue, but there was no such thing, and he relaxed, except in another moment the Greenback Squirrel pulled out from its fury trouser pocket a Fitbit – which had the time displayed – and said to itself in a most peculiar accent, “whoa, I’m wicked late! Now, what’ll be my fate?”
The spoken words summoned Dakota to the edge closer and made him wonder how Greenback Squirrel talked, but as he did so, the rodent dropped his acorn and ran away, to the start of a game of hopscotch.
I was approached by the very kind author to review this book and wow! What an incredible story.
The first thing I noticed while reading this book is the wow factor of what a clever imagination this author has in writing through a child’s eyes with a child’s personality, and the type of things children do. The author has put a lot of thought carefully to bring to life what Dakota seemed to have seen. Any adult teenager or child who loves Peter Rabbit will love this book. Here is a short part of
chapter one.
Chapter 1: Down Hopscotch Lane
Dakota was tired of playing catch with his mother at the park, and wanting to rest, he cuddled up to her on the bench, careful not to tip over the coffee cup she sipped at. He glanced at the laptop she was working on, once or twice. But it had no games to play or movies to watch, and Dakota thought, ” what is the use of a computer if it had no games or movies?”
So he considered whether it would be worth the effort to mark out a good distance between two trees, sprint from one to the other, and time himself to see if a personal record could be set, when suddenly a fat squirrel with an olive green back hopped by him and gently chewed away at an acorn.
The rich olive green fur on the backside captured the attention of Dakota, who was very fascinated by it, so much that he hadn’t even noticed the rodent’s clothing a dull gray suit jacket and an olive green tie as he’d never seen such a coat before only the gray and auburn variety appeared in his backyard. The curious hair made for a few blinks, but he was surprised to find that his eyes weren’t playing tricks on him. “Perhaps,” he thought, ” I’ve eaten so many green apples, my eyes have warped!” ( For, you see, Dakota’s mother started an apple business some time ago that made apple pie, apple juice, apple chips, apple whatever, most of which Dakota had no taste for. ) He brought his hands up slowly before his face, afraid he might witness a green hue, but there was no such thing, and he relaxed, except in another moment the Greenback Squirrel pulled out from its fury trouser pocket a Fitbit – which had the time displayed – and said to itself in a most peculiar accent, “whoa, I’m wicked late! Now, what’ll be my fate?”
The spoken words summoned Dakota to the edge closer and made him wonder how Greenback Squirrel talked, but as he did so, the rodent dropped his acorn and ran away, to the start of a game of hopscotch.
January 27, 2020
Chasing our own Dream
Texas author Sameer Garach earned his degree in Mathematics from the University of Texas at Austin and graduate studies in quantitative finance. Embellishing his career with writing, Sameer made his literary debut with THE BULL OPTION, exploring Wall Street in a financial thriller, and now he turns to satire in this engaging new venture, DAKOTA AND THE AMERICAN DREAM. His intended audience – ages 8 – 18, but his keen wit and style makes this a very satisfying outing (read ‘revelation!’) for adults!
One of the many aspects of Sameer’s writing that makes his book so enjoyable is the quality of his writing – skilled, informed, imaginative and rollicking! Many of us wonder about how our new level of contemporary communication vis-à-vis the high-tech influence will affect such treasures as “books” (those icons of wisdom and entertainment that actually can be placed on a shelf for frequent and continued perusal). With this fine novel (‘novella’) the author assures us that that beloved tradition will continue. He manages to tell a story (think, Alice in Wonderland), infuse it with satire and parody, cover those omnipresent topics of life such as aging and other things that ‘need fixing,’ and in doing offers a platform of entertaining and yet thought provoking wisdom.
To sample a touch of his prose, ‘Dakota was tire of playing catch with his mother at the park, and wanting to rest, he cuddled up to her on a bench, careful not to tip over the coffee cup she sipped at. He glanced at the laptop she was working on, once or twice. But it had no games to ply or movies to watch, and Dakota thought, ”What is the use of a computer if it has no games or movies?” Just a hint of the persona of Dakota and the story begins.
Sameer wisely condenses the plot (and the messages therein) for his readers: ‘When ten-year-old Dakota becomes bored sitting next to his mother on a park bench, he drifts off and falls into a dream in which he follows a squirrel down a game of hopscotch until he finds himself in a fantasy world populated by peculiar, anthropomorphic creatures.
The satirical tale plays with many themes characteristic of America and its corporate culture as seen through the expert eyes of a child - the trials and tribulations of growing up, or overweight, or old, and ridiculous points of sharp humor, such as the American Dream, the rat race, racism in the workplace, the corporate ladder and hierarchy, office romance, an unhealthy love affair with body image, the obsession with prescription medication, the work and coffee culture, the constant fear of losing one’s job, the importance of golf in career success, happy hour and team-building exercises, age discrimination, and the diversity of dialect found in the United States - a satire on language, a corporate allegory, a reflection of contemporary history, and a parody of twenty-first-century children’s literature.’ (Condensed a bit).
This new book marks the arrival of a significant new talent on the literary scene – a young man with a solid future, whose keen mind offers fine concepts while entertaining us briskly. Very Highly Recommended.
Texas author Sameer Garach earned his degree in Mathematics from the University of Texas at Austin and graduate studies in quantitative finance. Embellishing his career with writing, Sameer made his literary debut with THE BULL OPTION, exploring Wall Street in a financial thriller, and now he turns to satire in this engaging new venture, DAKOTA AND THE AMERICAN DREAM. His intended audience – ages 8 – 18, but his keen wit and style makes this a very satisfying outing (read ‘revelation!’) for adults!
One of the many aspects of Sameer’s writing that makes his book so enjoyable is the quality of his writing – skilled, informed, imaginative and rollicking! Many of us wonder about how our new level of contemporary communication vis-à-vis the high-tech influence will affect such treasures as “books” (those icons of wisdom and entertainment that actually can be placed on a shelf for frequent and continued perusal). With this fine novel (‘novella’) the author assures us that that beloved tradition will continue. He manages to tell a story (think, Alice in Wonderland), infuse it with satire and parody, cover those omnipresent topics of life such as aging and other things that ‘need fixing,’ and in doing offers a platform of entertaining and yet thought provoking wisdom.
To sample a touch of his prose, ‘Dakota was tire of playing catch with his mother at the park, and wanting to rest, he cuddled up to her on a bench, careful not to tip over the coffee cup she sipped at. He glanced at the laptop she was working on, once or twice. But it had no games to ply or movies to watch, and Dakota thought, ”What is the use of a computer if it has no games or movies?” Just a hint of the persona of Dakota and the story begins.
Sameer wisely condenses the plot (and the messages therein) for his readers: ‘When ten-year-old Dakota becomes bored sitting next to his mother on a park bench, he drifts off and falls into a dream in which he follows a squirrel down a game of hopscotch until he finds himself in a fantasy world populated by peculiar, anthropomorphic creatures.
The satirical tale plays with many themes characteristic of America and its corporate culture as seen through the expert eyes of a child - the trials and tribulations of growing up, or overweight, or old, and ridiculous points of sharp humor, such as the American Dream, the rat race, racism in the workplace, the corporate ladder and hierarchy, office romance, an unhealthy love affair with body image, the obsession with prescription medication, the work and coffee culture, the constant fear of losing one’s job, the importance of golf in career success, happy hour and team-building exercises, age discrimination, and the diversity of dialect found in the United States - a satire on language, a corporate allegory, a reflection of contemporary history, and a parody of twenty-first-century children’s literature.’ (Condensed a bit).
This new book marks the arrival of a significant new talent on the literary scene – a young man with a solid future, whose keen mind offers fine concepts while entertaining us briskly. Very Highly Recommended.
July 27, 2020
Dakota and the American Dream by Sameer Garach is an imaginative tale laced with humor and sharp sarcasm. It is about a 10-year-old boy Dakota who gets into the world of Corporate America. He meets strange characters in an even more quaint setting. Through his story, the author attempts to bring forth the reality of how it is to survive in Corporate America along with the thought process of a child growing up.
The book effortlessly deals with two different aspects - one that of a child is starting to grow and shape his life. And while he is at it, he tends to suffer from several complexes related to his size, weight, etc. On the other hand, the story considers the nuances of corporate America in a with manner. Inspired by The Alice in Wonderland, the book does recreate the magic of fantasy while spewing sarcasm at reality.
As Dakota grows up, both physically and professionally, we get a peek into the battles taking place in corporate culture. There is heavy racism, rat race, indifference, cut-throat competition, survival instinct kicking in the gut, and whatnot. And the author has done a good job of creating as well as developing the story. The writing is fine and maintains a steady pace throughout. I was intrigued by the story in the first half of the book and found myself a bit pulled off in the latter half. Perhaps, the book wasn't for me and so, I ended up taking longer than usual to finish it.
Nonetheless, I will take the moment to commend the author for building up a story that is thoroughly engaging and pretty much imaginative. The smooth narration and well-sketched characters along with the clear execution of the intent made it a good one. It's a book that could be read by children and adults alike for the atmosphere of a children's book and intent of a contemporary satire.
The book effortlessly deals with two different aspects - one that of a child is starting to grow and shape his life. And while he is at it, he tends to suffer from several complexes related to his size, weight, etc. On the other hand, the story considers the nuances of corporate America in a with manner. Inspired by The Alice in Wonderland, the book does recreate the magic of fantasy while spewing sarcasm at reality.
As Dakota grows up, both physically and professionally, we get a peek into the battles taking place in corporate culture. There is heavy racism, rat race, indifference, cut-throat competition, survival instinct kicking in the gut, and whatnot. And the author has done a good job of creating as well as developing the story. The writing is fine and maintains a steady pace throughout. I was intrigued by the story in the first half of the book and found myself a bit pulled off in the latter half. Perhaps, the book wasn't for me and so, I ended up taking longer than usual to finish it.
Nonetheless, I will take the moment to commend the author for building up a story that is thoroughly engaging and pretty much imaginative. The smooth narration and well-sketched characters along with the clear execution of the intent made it a good one. It's a book that could be read by children and adults alike for the atmosphere of a children's book and intent of a contemporary satire.
February 26, 2020
Absolutely wonderful! A witty satire enjoyable by children and adults, especially those who have experienced the corporate world.
June 4, 2020
I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
This is a sort of retelling of Alice in Wonderland except the protagonist is a 10-year-old boy, Dakota, who follows a talking squirrel into a hole in a tree and lands in Corporate America, where he has to work his way up so that he can get to the top of the tallest building. Along the way, he meets many animals (allegories of persons or behaviours from our world), takes medicine three times to either make himself taller, his hair shorter, or generally more handsome, and learns things like don't say what's on your mind, how to work in a team, how to conform to the situation around you, and how in the end you may still get judged simply on how you look, not over what you're accomplishments are. At the point where the day is ending and Dakota is an old man, he's basically found to be senile and expendable and literally fired out of a cannon. Of course, as is the case with Alice, he wakes up in the park on the bench next to his mother, with everything having been a dream.
Dakota proceeds to describe his dream, which the mother can explain away with things from around them having trickled into his subconscious and taken on a fantastical spin, as dreams do. But she also wonders about her son's future, and how he might achieve his own American Dream - and whether or not he'll be happy with it.
This is where the book ends, and of course from the moment as soon as the appearance of the Green Squirrel, the reader realizes this is a retelling of Alice in Wonderland, with a modern day twist.
We get to see the corporate world from the perspective of a child - indeed, at times it seems as if many of the adults in this world simply pretend at being adults, but are actually more childish than the protagonist - and how his simple logic could probably solve many of their problems, if they were so inclined.
We also see many of today's problems captured in essence: racism, fitting in, wearing a mask to hide your true self from your professional life so that you may advance, advancing at any and all costs, saying things to please your superiors when in reality you think something else entirely, learning how to work in a team, to not say exactly what you mean, and that, in the end, it may all be for nothing - because you'll be judged by the way you look, not necessarily by the way you conduct yourself. It all depends, really.
A thought-provoking story that has elements which brings it closer to children and enables them to understand things they probably wouldn't if this wasn't written from Dakota's point of view, this is also a fairly depressing, if realistic take on the world today. As someone in the work market, I know exactly how desperate and depressing it can get sometimes.
Still, it might have benefited from at least one positive experience somewhere, at the very least to give the reader - probably a child, as this is who it's mainly geared towards - some sense of optimism and the wish to ACTUALLY want to participate and make the system better. But maybe that was the point of the dog who becomes Dakota's companion and guide, though she meets a rather sad end, at that.
The story in itself is written in a very simple language, obviously meant for a young audience with no "big" words or anything, although I was confused by Dakota's expression of 'Holy seeds!' which he uses instead of 'Oh my God!' so far as I was able to understand it. I've never come across this particular saying in any book I've read, or heard it spoken by any of my American friends, and not being American myself I have to say it threw me every time it fell from Dakota's lips, because it sounds unnatural to me and completely bogus, in contrast to the fairly realistic picture the book tries to present (even if in parody). However, as said before, this may be because I'm not American, so I'll defer to other, American readers.
There isn't much length to this book, it's quite short at around 140 pages, perfectly acceptable to read over a period of time, perhaps in a classroom, because the chapters aren't too long either, so if you wanted to work a lecture around one per hour, it would absolutely work, in my opinion. I didn't see any real errors, so the author and whoever edited after him did a fantastic work on that, in this day and age when a lot seems to slip through the editorial cracks.
Overall, this was a fairly easy, enjoyable read in terms of length and language - but food for thought in terms of content. A shadowy version of our own world and how one might perceive it, with a lot of its problems brought to light in utter absurdity, but even as you laugh you should remember this actually happens, and it's not so laughable when it does.
This is a book that makes you stop and think, and I'm very glad the author reached out to me to read it!
10/10 would recommend.
This is a sort of retelling of Alice in Wonderland except the protagonist is a 10-year-old boy, Dakota, who follows a talking squirrel into a hole in a tree and lands in Corporate America, where he has to work his way up so that he can get to the top of the tallest building. Along the way, he meets many animals (allegories of persons or behaviours from our world), takes medicine three times to either make himself taller, his hair shorter, or generally more handsome, and learns things like don't say what's on your mind, how to work in a team, how to conform to the situation around you, and how in the end you may still get judged simply on how you look, not over what you're accomplishments are. At the point where the day is ending and Dakota is an old man, he's basically found to be senile and expendable and literally fired out of a cannon. Of course, as is the case with Alice, he wakes up in the park on the bench next to his mother, with everything having been a dream.
Dakota proceeds to describe his dream, which the mother can explain away with things from around them having trickled into his subconscious and taken on a fantastical spin, as dreams do. But she also wonders about her son's future, and how he might achieve his own American Dream - and whether or not he'll be happy with it.
This is where the book ends, and of course from the moment as soon as the appearance of the Green Squirrel, the reader realizes this is a retelling of Alice in Wonderland, with a modern day twist.
We get to see the corporate world from the perspective of a child - indeed, at times it seems as if many of the adults in this world simply pretend at being adults, but are actually more childish than the protagonist - and how his simple logic could probably solve many of their problems, if they were so inclined.
We also see many of today's problems captured in essence: racism, fitting in, wearing a mask to hide your true self from your professional life so that you may advance, advancing at any and all costs, saying things to please your superiors when in reality you think something else entirely, learning how to work in a team, to not say exactly what you mean, and that, in the end, it may all be for nothing - because you'll be judged by the way you look, not necessarily by the way you conduct yourself. It all depends, really.
A thought-provoking story that has elements which brings it closer to children and enables them to understand things they probably wouldn't if this wasn't written from Dakota's point of view, this is also a fairly depressing, if realistic take on the world today. As someone in the work market, I know exactly how desperate and depressing it can get sometimes.
Still, it might have benefited from at least one positive experience somewhere, at the very least to give the reader - probably a child, as this is who it's mainly geared towards - some sense of optimism and the wish to ACTUALLY want to participate and make the system better. But maybe that was the point of the dog who becomes Dakota's companion and guide, though she meets a rather sad end, at that.
The story in itself is written in a very simple language, obviously meant for a young audience with no "big" words or anything, although I was confused by Dakota's expression of 'Holy seeds!' which he uses instead of 'Oh my God!' so far as I was able to understand it. I've never come across this particular saying in any book I've read, or heard it spoken by any of my American friends, and not being American myself I have to say it threw me every time it fell from Dakota's lips, because it sounds unnatural to me and completely bogus, in contrast to the fairly realistic picture the book tries to present (even if in parody). However, as said before, this may be because I'm not American, so I'll defer to other, American readers.
There isn't much length to this book, it's quite short at around 140 pages, perfectly acceptable to read over a period of time, perhaps in a classroom, because the chapters aren't too long either, so if you wanted to work a lecture around one per hour, it would absolutely work, in my opinion. I didn't see any real errors, so the author and whoever edited after him did a fantastic work on that, in this day and age when a lot seems to slip through the editorial cracks.
Overall, this was a fairly easy, enjoyable read in terms of length and language - but food for thought in terms of content. A shadowy version of our own world and how one might perceive it, with a lot of its problems brought to light in utter absurdity, but even as you laugh you should remember this actually happens, and it's not so laughable when it does.
This is a book that makes you stop and think, and I'm very glad the author reached out to me to read it!
10/10 would recommend.
December 13, 2020
It's a satire, and if you usually read satires, you will find it fantastic.
The story is narrated by the 10 year old kid, who goes down through the rabbit hole (similarly to Alice) and enter the corporate America.
The witty criticism of the capitalism can be noticed clearly, and the writer does not shy away from taking his stand.
Though I live in the second world country (India), the influence of western capitalism is seemingly clear here. I began my corporate job a year back, and i do understand what Sameer is telling.
Whoever, I don't understand how can we leave this system, that is too much rooted into our society. The only way I look demands major changes, and major changes demand major sacrifices.
The content of the book is heavy, and sometimes seems downright dull, but you have to come back.
The story is narrated by the 10 year old kid, who goes down through the rabbit hole (similarly to Alice) and enter the corporate America.
The witty criticism of the capitalism can be noticed clearly, and the writer does not shy away from taking his stand.
Though I live in the second world country (India), the influence of western capitalism is seemingly clear here. I began my corporate job a year back, and i do understand what Sameer is telling.
Whoever, I don't understand how can we leave this system, that is too much rooted into our society. The only way I look demands major changes, and major changes demand major sacrifices.
The content of the book is heavy, and sometimes seems downright dull, but you have to come back.
May 4, 2020
Thank you so much to author Sameer Garach for sending me an ebook copy to read and review.
This book is a take on Alice in Wonderland as our Protagonist Dakota follows a Squirrel and heads into a world filled with animals living in a Corporate America world where everything is not as he was used too. While in the world Dakota tries to build himself up through the rungs of the ladder and experiences all the difficulties and hardships of this battle.
It’s a very quirky and satire book, taking a deep hard look at the world around them from what it’s like working in a job like that, to the racism that still goes on in this world and in a area such as this, to how flighty and judgmental people within the corporation can be.
It was written well and went into plenty of detail with a big mix array of characters that intermingled within this story. It followed the pathway from Alice really well but with changes that met perfectly to this story. I liked how it ended and found it a very interesting take to end it that way but it was great.
While this book wasn’t personally for me and I found myself struggling to get into it throughout the whole book. I definitely feel that others would enjoy reading it, it was a very creative book and had lots of lessons within the story.
This book is a take on Alice in Wonderland as our Protagonist Dakota follows a Squirrel and heads into a world filled with animals living in a Corporate America world where everything is not as he was used too. While in the world Dakota tries to build himself up through the rungs of the ladder and experiences all the difficulties and hardships of this battle.
It’s a very quirky and satire book, taking a deep hard look at the world around them from what it’s like working in a job like that, to the racism that still goes on in this world and in a area such as this, to how flighty and judgmental people within the corporation can be.
It was written well and went into plenty of detail with a big mix array of characters that intermingled within this story. It followed the pathway from Alice really well but with changes that met perfectly to this story. I liked how it ended and found it a very interesting take to end it that way but it was great.
While this book wasn’t personally for me and I found myself struggling to get into it throughout the whole book. I definitely feel that others would enjoy reading it, it was a very creative book and had lots of lessons within the story.
June 12, 2020
Thank you to the Author for allowing me to read this book in exchange for a honest and unbiased review*
Hello Fellow Readers,
I have for you Dakota and the American Dream, a book about a young child who falls into the land of corporate America. Honestly, I am not sure how I feel about this book, on one hand it handles a lot of sensitive topics that should be discussed, on the other hand Garach was a bit ambitious about it. Due to the fact that this is a book for children it just didn't have the the length to be able to discuss all of the topics as meaningfully as it needed to be covered.
The story itself is a bit fast paced, moving form scene to scene and chapter to chapter very quickly. Also, at first I did have a bit of trouble with the writing style. You can tell that Garach was trying to channel Carrol in his work. Once I got past the first chapter it didn't become an issue anymore. Considering that this book is inspired by Lewis Carroll's Though the Looking Glass, you can see many elements of that story throughout, just more modernized. Such as a green squirrel with a fitbit instead of a white rabbit with a pocket watch. I did enjoy the story but I will admit its not for everyone.
I do love Dakota, he is so innocent yet insightful. There's something in witnessing a child be put in situations that you have seen or be put into (You know, except for the people being animal parts) and him interpreting it in a child would, in a way you would never do. I also like how he relates each situation to one he's had (even if it is different) because that's what children do which is why children are so important.
Garach's writing is witty, intelligent and can easily paint a scene using a few words. I only wish the book was a bit longer so Garach could explore each topic further. Overall, if your into intelligent satire that really makes you pay attention and think then this book is for you.
Hello Fellow Readers,
I have for you Dakota and the American Dream, a book about a young child who falls into the land of corporate America. Honestly, I am not sure how I feel about this book, on one hand it handles a lot of sensitive topics that should be discussed, on the other hand Garach was a bit ambitious about it. Due to the fact that this is a book for children it just didn't have the the length to be able to discuss all of the topics as meaningfully as it needed to be covered.
The story itself is a bit fast paced, moving form scene to scene and chapter to chapter very quickly. Also, at first I did have a bit of trouble with the writing style. You can tell that Garach was trying to channel Carrol in his work. Once I got past the first chapter it didn't become an issue anymore. Considering that this book is inspired by Lewis Carroll's Though the Looking Glass, you can see many elements of that story throughout, just more modernized. Such as a green squirrel with a fitbit instead of a white rabbit with a pocket watch. I did enjoy the story but I will admit its not for everyone.
I do love Dakota, he is so innocent yet insightful. There's something in witnessing a child be put in situations that you have seen or be put into (You know, except for the people being animal parts) and him interpreting it in a child would, in a way you would never do. I also like how he relates each situation to one he's had (even if it is different) because that's what children do which is why children are so important.
Garach's writing is witty, intelligent and can easily paint a scene using a few words. I only wish the book was a bit longer so Garach could explore each topic further. Overall, if your into intelligent satire that really makes you pay attention and think then this book is for you.
May 27, 2020
Fantastic and Entertaining
When ten-year-old Dakota becomes bored sitting next to his mother on a park bench, he drifts off into a dream in which he follows a squirrel down a game of hopscotch until he finds himself in an urban fantasy world populated by peculiar, anthropomorphic creatures.
The characters in the book linked to American regional dialect are unique and diverse. Chapter titles give a gist of what each chapter holds for the readers.
The plot has a deeper meaning and a modern version of ‘Alice in Wonderland’. Well narrated. A charming and hilarious contemporary satire that entertains adults as well as children
Kudos to the author for the witty, imaginative, and creative writing.
It is very challenging to write the reality of the corporate world seen through the expert eyes of a child.
Thought-provoking with wonderful insights on dreams, workplace issues, corporate culture, corporate hierarchy, competitive advantage, corporate ladder, company politics, and company rules.
The author takes the readers on an adventure with strange creatures in the New World, poem verses quite similar to the nursery rhymes, the mystery of Dr.Quack, and the transformation of Dakota at every stage deserves a special mention. Even the minutest details in the corporate world have been taken care of.
When ten-year-old Dakota becomes bored sitting next to his mother on a park bench, he drifts off into a dream in which he follows a squirrel down a game of hopscotch until he finds himself in an urban fantasy world populated by peculiar, anthropomorphic creatures.
The characters in the book linked to American regional dialect are unique and diverse. Chapter titles give a gist of what each chapter holds for the readers.
The plot has a deeper meaning and a modern version of ‘Alice in Wonderland’. Well narrated. A charming and hilarious contemporary satire that entertains adults as well as children
Kudos to the author for the witty, imaginative, and creative writing.
It is very challenging to write the reality of the corporate world seen through the expert eyes of a child.
Thought-provoking with wonderful insights on dreams, workplace issues, corporate culture, corporate hierarchy, competitive advantage, corporate ladder, company politics, and company rules.
The author takes the readers on an adventure with strange creatures in the New World, poem verses quite similar to the nursery rhymes, the mystery of Dr.Quack, and the transformation of Dakota at every stage deserves a special mention. Even the minutest details in the corporate world have been taken care of.
May 22, 2020
What's more fitting, I ask you, at this time in our lives than a satire of "The American Dream"? In a world that was just crazed by mass toilet paper hoarding, "Dakota and the American Dream" by Sameer Garach brings a satirical spotlight to shine upon all that once was wrong with corporate America, in the days before social distancing. Told through the eyes of ten year old Dakota, "Dakota and the American Dream" immerses the reader in a wonderland utopia of nonsensical commercialism and doesn't stop until the MC is literally expelled out of a cannon because he has been fired due to old age.
Author Sameer Garach presents us with many examples of what an unsuspecting job candidate may experience while entering the workforce- how a job may not be the right fit but you take it anyway, how you can be clueless but still climb the corporate ladder, and how office politics can knock you from the top for seemingly no reason at all. I was surprised at how deep the parody went and how out of control the situations all seemed to Dakota, who didn't even want to start a career but was playing at being an adult, which I will admit hit a little close to home a time or two.
Thank you, Mr. Garach, for an interesting read. I don't know how you did it, but "Dakota and the American Dream" definitely left my head spinning and wondering just what it is we are all doing.
Author Sameer Garach presents us with many examples of what an unsuspecting job candidate may experience while entering the workforce- how a job may not be the right fit but you take it anyway, how you can be clueless but still climb the corporate ladder, and how office politics can knock you from the top for seemingly no reason at all. I was surprised at how deep the parody went and how out of control the situations all seemed to Dakota, who didn't even want to start a career but was playing at being an adult, which I will admit hit a little close to home a time or two.
Thank you, Mr. Garach, for an interesting read. I don't know how you did it, but "Dakota and the American Dream" definitely left my head spinning and wondering just what it is we are all doing.
December 20, 2020
Dakota and the American Dream is a book full of humor and sarcasm. It is about a young 10-year-old boy who meets strange characters as he enters the corporate world of America. For someone who has been a part of the corporate world I could totally relate to everything happening with the main character.
It starts with how kids go through various complexes while growing up, especially around the physical appearance like the weight, height etc. and once they grow up and enter the corporate world, they must fight another battle. How one must face cutthroat competition, biased, racism etc. The list is long.
I liked the way the writer develops the story. It reminded me of Alice in Wonderland, just that this one is more related to the real corporate world and what happens there.
The writing is simple, and the pace of the book keeps the reader completely hooked on. The characters were very well created and overall, I totally enjoyed the book. I will rate it a 3.5/5.
It starts with how kids go through various complexes while growing up, especially around the physical appearance like the weight, height etc. and once they grow up and enter the corporate world, they must fight another battle. How one must face cutthroat competition, biased, racism etc. The list is long.
I liked the way the writer develops the story. It reminded me of Alice in Wonderland, just that this one is more related to the real corporate world and what happens there.
The writing is simple, and the pace of the book keeps the reader completely hooked on. The characters were very well created and overall, I totally enjoyed the book. I will rate it a 3.5/5.
July 8, 2020
I was sent a copy of this book by the author, and honestly its a clusterfuck in the best possible way.
The allegories are a bit obvious, but still funny and on-point. I enjoyed reading this story more than I expected.
While the story structure mirrors Alice in Wonderland, this story veers wildly into its own realm of parody and satire.
If you want to read something different to remind yourself of the fun you can have in a book, read this.
The allegories are a bit obvious, but still funny and on-point. I enjoyed reading this story more than I expected.
While the story structure mirrors Alice in Wonderland, this story veers wildly into its own realm of parody and satire.
If you want to read something different to remind yourself of the fun you can have in a book, read this.
April 21, 2020
"Dakota was tired of playing catch with his mother at the park," so he rested on a bench but was soon distracted by a peculiar talking squirrel. Chasing after the strange creature, Dakota finds himself in a fantasy world full of anthropomorphic animals. Before he knows what is happening, Dakota finds himself working for Corporate America with its odd rules and unhappy employees.
The fantasy world of Sameer Garach's Dakota and the American Dream is a satire of modern-day America. From a ten year old's perspective, the short story covers the corporate ladder, hierarchy, racism, discrimination, career success and an extreme love of coffee. Whilst all this is humorous to the adult mind, there is an alarming amount of truth that paints the "American Dream" as a corrupt society.
From the very start, Dakota's experience feels remarkably like Lewis Carroll's Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and could almost be said to be a 21st-century version of the classic children's book. Most of Dakota's story will go over the heads of young readers, however, adults will enjoy the humour and childhood innocence as well as appreciate the connection with their favourite books as a child.
As a parody of both real life and fiction, Dakota and the American Dream is a clever story that entertains and makes you think. Although sometimes extreme, it is amusing to read about everyday life being acted out by squirrels, mice, rats, a cowardly lion, an 800-pound Gorilla and many more bizarre creatures. If the humour and satire was stripped away, we would be left with a child's confusion about the way America works with many things appearing stupid or unfair.
The fantasy world of Sameer Garach's Dakota and the American Dream is a satire of modern-day America. From a ten year old's perspective, the short story covers the corporate ladder, hierarchy, racism, discrimination, career success and an extreme love of coffee. Whilst all this is humorous to the adult mind, there is an alarming amount of truth that paints the "American Dream" as a corrupt society.
From the very start, Dakota's experience feels remarkably like Lewis Carroll's Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and could almost be said to be a 21st-century version of the classic children's book. Most of Dakota's story will go over the heads of young readers, however, adults will enjoy the humour and childhood innocence as well as appreciate the connection with their favourite books as a child.
As a parody of both real life and fiction, Dakota and the American Dream is a clever story that entertains and makes you think. Although sometimes extreme, it is amusing to read about everyday life being acted out by squirrels, mice, rats, a cowardly lion, an 800-pound Gorilla and many more bizarre creatures. If the humour and satire was stripped away, we would be left with a child's confusion about the way America works with many things appearing stupid or unfair.
April 22, 2020
This was a really well written witty story. I enjoyed the satire and imagination that went into it. I definitely got some modern Alice in Wonderland vibes and it touched in relatable themes - like growing up, the American dream, office culture, and so much more.
The characters were all unique with different voices and personalities. I really enjoy that throughout the humour, it actually really makes you think.
The characters were all unique with different voices and personalities. I really enjoy that throughout the humour, it actually really makes you think.
June 9, 2020
When I google "the American Dream," I get this: the ideal by which equality of opportunity is available to any American, allowing the highest aspirations and goals to be achieved."a workaholic lawyer who seems to be living the American dream"
I think the sentence concerning the workaholic sums up this story perfectly. As humans living in this world, we all strive for the American Dream. We work hard, long hours to achieve what we think is the ideal dream-big house, nice car, fancy clothes, perfect body-and we do all this based on Corporate America and society. This story is full of symbolism. Every character, who are animals or mermaids, represents some negative aspect of society in Dakota's quest to reach the top of the tall, corporate building. A squirrel guides him down the hole just as the rabbit did in Alice in Wonderland, where he encounters rats who represent racism and bulls and other aspects of the working world that limit your progress to the top. The author talks about it being a "rat race" and a "dog eat dog" world and the issue of stereotypes. Every event in this story has a purpose. Ultimately, does all of this make a person happy? Every lazy, negative person you can think of exists in this book. Everyone trying to get somewhere, to the top, is in a hurry and doesn't stop to enjoy life. Overall, the read flowed well with no errors or confusion. I give it 3 stars simply because, while it was an insightful look at how bland society is, it wasn't fun.
I think the sentence concerning the workaholic sums up this story perfectly. As humans living in this world, we all strive for the American Dream. We work hard, long hours to achieve what we think is the ideal dream-big house, nice car, fancy clothes, perfect body-and we do all this based on Corporate America and society. This story is full of symbolism. Every character, who are animals or mermaids, represents some negative aspect of society in Dakota's quest to reach the top of the tall, corporate building. A squirrel guides him down the hole just as the rabbit did in Alice in Wonderland, where he encounters rats who represent racism and bulls and other aspects of the working world that limit your progress to the top. The author talks about it being a "rat race" and a "dog eat dog" world and the issue of stereotypes. Every event in this story has a purpose. Ultimately, does all of this make a person happy? Every lazy, negative person you can think of exists in this book. Everyone trying to get somewhere, to the top, is in a hurry and doesn't stop to enjoy life. Overall, the read flowed well with no errors or confusion. I give it 3 stars simply because, while it was an insightful look at how bland society is, it wasn't fun.
April 21, 2020
I received a complimentary copy.
A spin around a lot of hard topics in a way that lets younger people understand or connect. It is not at all boring and easier for most to digest.
A spin around a lot of hard topics in a way that lets younger people understand or connect. It is not at all boring and easier for most to digest.
June 22, 2020
Originally published on nightingfae's blog
I don’t like reviewing a book I’ve rated with less than 3 stars because I have to expose why and what I didn’t like about the said book and honestly, it makes me feel really bad. But this book was sent to me by the author himself in exchange for an honest review, so that’s what I have to do.
I planned to read Dakota and the American Dream in one day because it only has 150 pages, that’s why I thought it was obtainable, even so it ended up taking me the whole day to read it. While reading it I felt like the words were piling up, like they didn’t have space to breathe. I think it was because while I was still trying to understand the last sentence I’d read I was already reading the next, because there are a lot of short sentences, commas and periods. Also the dialogues are not really well separated from the rest of the paragraph, what made me feel anxious and lost at times.
I was going to talk about all the subjects this book criticizes and exposes, but they’re all in the synopsis so I won’t be repetitive. I’ll only say that you have to be a master in the art of irony and sarcasm to truly understand the author’s point. Because I’m not and there were parts in the book where I felt that he was exalting these matters more than criticizing them. I had to remind myself more than once through the book that what the story was telling was actually a parody of the occidental society, specifically the American.
In the “Acknowledgements” the author says “It was a surprisingly short journey–less than a year–from the beginning of the first manuscript to publication of the last”. Well, I think that’s the reason why I found the whole story a bit messy. I think that any book should follow a process of more than a year. Apart from the time it takes to write it, I believe that when you finish it you should save it a whole year –or at least the sufficient time to “forget” a bit about it– and after that time grab it and read it, to be able to be critic with yourself, your writing and the story you’ve written, to make sure that what you were trying to tell is achieved and makes sense. And in my opinion, this book doesn’t.
Now you may wonder: then, why did you give it two stars if you didn’t enjoy it? Well, because I think that the idea itself has a great potential, that if the book was revised and maybe some parts were rewritten, it would be an outstanding one, apt for children as well as adults, just like The Little Prince. But the story I read tries to be like that and honestly, if I had children I don’t think I would let them read it.
I don’t like reviewing a book I’ve rated with less than 3 stars because I have to expose why and what I didn’t like about the said book and honestly, it makes me feel really bad. But this book was sent to me by the author himself in exchange for an honest review, so that’s what I have to do.
I planned to read Dakota and the American Dream in one day because it only has 150 pages, that’s why I thought it was obtainable, even so it ended up taking me the whole day to read it. While reading it I felt like the words were piling up, like they didn’t have space to breathe. I think it was because while I was still trying to understand the last sentence I’d read I was already reading the next, because there are a lot of short sentences, commas and periods. Also the dialogues are not really well separated from the rest of the paragraph, what made me feel anxious and lost at times.
I was going to talk about all the subjects this book criticizes and exposes, but they’re all in the synopsis so I won’t be repetitive. I’ll only say that you have to be a master in the art of irony and sarcasm to truly understand the author’s point. Because I’m not and there were parts in the book where I felt that he was exalting these matters more than criticizing them. I had to remind myself more than once through the book that what the story was telling was actually a parody of the occidental society, specifically the American.
In the “Acknowledgements” the author says “It was a surprisingly short journey–less than a year–from the beginning of the first manuscript to publication of the last”. Well, I think that’s the reason why I found the whole story a bit messy. I think that any book should follow a process of more than a year. Apart from the time it takes to write it, I believe that when you finish it you should save it a whole year –or at least the sufficient time to “forget” a bit about it– and after that time grab it and read it, to be able to be critic with yourself, your writing and the story you’ve written, to make sure that what you were trying to tell is achieved and makes sense. And in my opinion, this book doesn’t.
Now you may wonder: then, why did you give it two stars if you didn’t enjoy it? Well, because I think that the idea itself has a great potential, that if the book was revised and maybe some parts were rewritten, it would be an outstanding one, apt for children as well as adults, just like The Little Prince. But the story I read tries to be like that and honestly, if I had children I don’t think I would let them read it.
July 6, 2020
I found the concept of this book very interesting, the idea of using another tale and adapt always fascinates me. In an Alice in Wonderland mood,this book is a satire to many subjects in the American Corporation.
Throughout the story, Dakota passes through several places in this mysterious world and finds himself in very bizarre situations, at least for him. All these situations demonstrate very daily things in society and how things really work, especially in organizations. This book takes advantage of work situations to criticize, from issues of abuse of power to racism. Climbing up the career ladder in a dubious way does not go unnoticed and the slavery of the worker is the norm.
In a funny way tells all these dark scenes, the reader in a relaxed way gets to see the hardships we all get trough in life but accept as norm sometimes. Makes us wonder and think that is the reality we face, and it can be harsh.
It was hard for me in the beginning and I was struggling to keep reading, is interesting for the critics but still does not captive enough in most parts. Others may enjoy better for the original way of these lessons, but I think is not the best option for children, may not be so well understood from their point of view and not so interesting.
I received a digital copy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest review.
Throughout the story, Dakota passes through several places in this mysterious world and finds himself in very bizarre situations, at least for him. All these situations demonstrate very daily things in society and how things really work, especially in organizations. This book takes advantage of work situations to criticize, from issues of abuse of power to racism. Climbing up the career ladder in a dubious way does not go unnoticed and the slavery of the worker is the norm.
In a funny way tells all these dark scenes, the reader in a relaxed way gets to see the hardships we all get trough in life but accept as norm sometimes. Makes us wonder and think that is the reality we face, and it can be harsh.
It was hard for me in the beginning and I was struggling to keep reading, is interesting for the critics but still does not captive enough in most parts. Others may enjoy better for the original way of these lessons, but I think is not the best option for children, may not be so well understood from their point of view and not so interesting.
I received a digital copy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest review.
May 10, 2020
I recived a free copy of Dakota and the American Dream by Sameer Garach for a honest review. Good or bad Here is my opinions.
First I really love the fact Sameer Garach took inspiration from Alice in wonderland, and put his own spin on it. Unfortunately the book did not appeal to me and I could not finish the entire book, here is why. I felt this book was written for a kid maybe ages 8-14 but I only read the first few chapters. Maybe the book gets more adult the more you read I don't know I just couldn't force myself to read more.. Sorry Sameer.Second I am not a fan of thrid person books, I like to feel I am in the story, apart of it. And again I felt this adventure was to young for me. But for a younger generation I think it would be a big hit this is why I rated the book at three stars.. It wasn't horrible just not for me.
But with all this said Sameer Garach done an amazing job of writing. And I hope he hits it big with this one and every book he writes....
First I really love the fact Sameer Garach took inspiration from Alice in wonderland, and put his own spin on it. Unfortunately the book did not appeal to me and I could not finish the entire book, here is why. I felt this book was written for a kid maybe ages 8-14 but I only read the first few chapters. Maybe the book gets more adult the more you read I don't know I just couldn't force myself to read more.. Sorry Sameer.Second I am not a fan of thrid person books, I like to feel I am in the story, apart of it. And again I felt this adventure was to young for me. But for a younger generation I think it would be a big hit this is why I rated the book at three stars.. It wasn't horrible just not for me.
But with all this said Sameer Garach done an amazing job of writing. And I hope he hits it big with this one and every book he writes....
June 29, 2020
Dakota and the American Dream. Was a book sent to me by the author for a honest review. The book was very good in the beginning as Dakota fell asleep and entered the dream world (it felt as if it was a modernized Alice in Wonderland) however, as I kept reading I saw more of the satire of the many themes I came across. I can not understand how young children would be able to comprehend or be interested in these things. Yet this book is being geared toward children. I'd also like to add I have only seen many of these characters in description of corporate American never in my life except for maybe a worker bee. I honestly found some of these characters offensive. Overall I'd like to thank the author for reaching out. But unless you love politics and cooperate America I would not recommend this book.
December 13, 2020
Dakota and the American Dream follow Dakota who was asleep and found a talking squirrel then followed it to a different world where he's discovered a world with talking animals that live in Cooperate America. Dakota adventures begin when he wants to find his way out.
Honestly, Dakota and the American Dream were an okay read for me. I love the Alice in Wonderland vibes of this book, but, if I am a youngster or children, I don't think I will pick this book as I read to enjoy myself. I don't even want to be in such that world but, I think it's has a good message for children to face the world in future. It's a good book and such a creative storytelling.
Honestly, Dakota and the American Dream were an okay read for me. I love the Alice in Wonderland vibes of this book, but, if I am a youngster or children, I don't think I will pick this book as I read to enjoy myself. I don't even want to be in such that world but, I think it's has a good message for children to face the world in future. It's a good book and such a creative storytelling.
June 4, 2020
A few months back I read Alice in Wonderland By Lewis Carroll, and I enjoyed it. Such a playful view of childhood. When I was contacted by the author for a review for Dakota and The American Dream, I was over the moon to start reading it. Soon enough, I didn't quite fell for it.
I read approximately 50 pages and then I stopped because I was bored to death. This book got me into a reading slump and I wasn't able to read a book for a week or so.
The style of writing was simple and clear, and Dakota's perspective was well-written. It was very natural. I didn't quite like the book, but it wasn't because it was a bad book.
Even if I'm going to give it 3 stars out of 5, I can recommend it for further reading. I didn't like it, but this doesn't mean you won't like it either.
I read approximately 50 pages and then I stopped because I was bored to death. This book got me into a reading slump and I wasn't able to read a book for a week or so.
The style of writing was simple and clear, and Dakota's perspective was well-written. It was very natural. I didn't quite like the book, but it wasn't because it was a bad book.
Even if I'm going to give it 3 stars out of 5, I can recommend it for further reading. I didn't like it, but this doesn't mean you won't like it either.
June 2, 2020
I received this book from the author for my honest opinion.
I was very intrigued by the reviews and the blurb actually, that why I decided to give it a try.
Now at the first pages I laughed a lot and all but for any reason the more I read the less I liked it for some reason, so at some point I actually had to stop because it was making me crazy.
So I will recommend it maybe for schools or people that like more historical approaches in a fun way.
I was very intrigued by the reviews and the blurb actually, that why I decided to give it a try.
Now at the first pages I laughed a lot and all but for any reason the more I read the less I liked it for some reason, so at some point I actually had to stop because it was making me crazy.
So I will recommend it maybe for schools or people that like more historical approaches in a fun way.
May 12, 2021
Review to come
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