I’m afraid I was unmoved and a little bored by this. I thought that the time travel was clumsy and lazy, and the experiences with the Tralfamadorians were shallow and clichéd. Perhaps it’s because I read a lot of science fiction and these types of plot mechanic have been done with more depth and nuance countless times since Slaughterhouse Five was written. Perhaps it’s just showing it’s age. I also didn't connect with any of the characters - Billy Pilgrim was just a little too glib for me to relate to. The observations about war are still pertinent, and still have impact. So the book still has something to say. It just wasn’t for me.
My rating: ★★☆☆☆
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