... interesting book, both in content and physical nature. The first thing I noticed about it was that there are 287 pages in the novel, and 127 different "chapters". I liked this because it made the book very easy for me to follow and understand. I could very clearly recognize when something was going on, and ... are also references to the bible and prayers, such as those that can be ordered from Soul Scrolls. The first part of the book that I felt was significant was on pages 44-50. These chapters describe ice-nine. Dr. Hoenikker was propositioned by the military to create something that co...

• Word Count: 1637
• Approx Pages: 7
• Grade Level: High School

... of literature so effective. Unpredictable and suspenseful, every page has its own theme and exciting ideas that flow through the book with great celerity, partially because there are so many chapters in the book, and also because this author knows not bore the average reader with too much classy imagery and many redundant details. When you are finally trapped in the ... main character and begin caring for his actions. In the beginning the story starts off kind of slow, but later on it becomes the ultimate page-turner. The most memorable part is when he arrives in San Lorenzo, the island...

• Word Count: 1273
• Approx Pages: 5
• Grade Level: Undergraduate

... , as an optometrist, with his wife and has 2 children. He is later taken by aliens, Trafalmadorians, and transported to a zoo on their home planet. Vonnegut - In the first and last chapters, Vonnegut explains why he wrote this novel. Also, throughout some war scenes, he describes himself as being a character, most likely trying to show that the character of Billy Pilgrim is ... would not believe Billy about his tales of Dresden. But when Billy recovers, Bertram finally believes him and becomes more interested in the stories of Dresden. Billy and Bertram eventually part on good terms. How...

• Word Count: 1657
• Approx Pages: 7
• Grade Level: High School