Do you think the book was one-sided or fair?
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Re: Do you think the book was one-sided or fair?
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I agree, throwing in a character that is pro-gun would have added some richness to the novel! Atleast the author is aware that the novel is one-sided.JessNWheeler wrote: ↑01 Mar 2018, 13:18The book was definitely left-leaning, but it’s really sad that the “right” doesn’t see the importance of this issue. The author is aware that the book is one-sided. In the author’s note he mentions that he is probably “preaching to the choir.” I wish that he would have created a character that would have appealed more to the gun lovers out there. They need this novel more than anyone.

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My initial intent was to call attention to the way that senior citizens are perceived and dealt with in the United States, mixing that with our seemingly insatiable appetite for guns. Driving that appetite is our political process, feeding our fears and hunger for guns;so I felt compelled to bring that aspect into the story
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Yes the book is one sided from its beginning.Mouricia25 wrote: ↑01 Mar 2018, 18:20I haven't finished reading, so I have yet to decide. However so far I think it is a little bit one sided
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Also, name-calling is a hot button for me. I'm not sure calling anyone "low-functioning morons" (Ch. 22, Mobile, Alabama section) even if they are racist and violent does much to help your agenda.
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I do wish the book had been less one-sided just to show that there can be individuals who own guns responsibly. It did not escape my notice that one character, a sweet old lady who was a gun owner, turned all of her guns in at the police station upon receiving her Final Notice. While that was responsible under her personal circumstances, the message that guns are bad was still evident. Not all gun owners dream of seeking revenge using their guns. Most, in fact, do not want to hurt anyone. I'm sure the author realizes this, but simply wanted to convey his personal beliefs in his writings--as all authors do. And isn't that what writing is all about anyway? There's certainly nothing wrong with that!
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