Review of The Fly Who Knew Too Much
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Review of The Fly Who Knew Too Much
[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "The Fly Who Knew Too Much" by M. Taylor.]
Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the closed doors of the rich and powerful? The proverbial “fly on the wall” is featured in M. Taylor’s The Fly Who Knew Too Much. Narrated by a mutant fruit fly born in a dumpster, he describes the normal life of “regular” flies. He claims they act like mindless teenagers, attempting to seduce a different sex within 30 days. He also compares the number of flies killed each day to genocide. Instead of living this existence, the fly hitches a ride inside a car that takes him to Malibu. Barbara, a rising star, has no clue she has a “roommate” living in her pantry.
The fly observes Barbara’s life. As a mutant, he could understand human language. He judges Barbara’s boyfriend, Adam, as a hopeless drunk that she was too good for. After Adam is gone, the fly’s curiosity increases with Barbara’s use of a buzzing object for pleasure. His voyeurism led to Barbara’s discovery that the fly could understand and communicate with her. Despite a threat from using bug spray, the fly refused to leave the woman he loved. What adventures would a fly experience as the companion of a successful actress?
The Fly That Knew Too Much is a comedy novel seen through the eyes of a fruit fly. The fly doesn’t have a name, but following his first-person narration was still effortless. A fascinating exploration of the world was described in vivid detail. Barbara becomes attached to the fly and designs a purse that has a special pocket, so he can travel with her. They depend on each other as she becomes more famous. There were moments when I couldn’t help but laugh at the fly's observations of his own species.
There was nothing I disliked about the book. The plot is unpredictable, and the feelings of the fly are easy to see. Every moment is intriguing, and the communication between the fly and the supporting characters adds depth to the story. I couldn’t help wondering if the purpose of a fly extends beyond congregating around trash.
I rate The Fly That Knew Too Much five out of five stars. The chapter headings are eye-catching. It was captivating to see how different a normal day for a person can be for a fly. Espionage, relationships, and government officials are just some topics the fly explores in its witty allegory. The plot is well-balanced, with the details never overwhelming the flow of events. The editing of this book is perfect, as I encountered no errors.
Fans of comedy will find The Fly That Knew Too Much appealing. Explicit scenes, profanity, and alcohol abuse make this novel better suited for mature readers.
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The Fly Who Knew Too Much
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Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the closed doors of the rich and powerful? The proverbial “fly on the wall” is featured in M. Taylor’s The Fly Who Knew Too Much. Narrated by a mutant fruit fly born in a dumpster, he describes the normal life of “regular” flies. He claims they act like mindless teenagers, attempting to seduce a different sex within 30 days. He also compares the number of flies killed each day to genocide. Instead of living this existence, the fly hitches a ride inside a car that takes him to Malibu. Barbara, a rising star, has no clue she has a “roommate” living in her pantry.
The fly observes Barbara’s life. As a mutant, he could understand human language. He judges Barbara’s boyfriend, Adam, as a hopeless drunk that she was too good for. After Adam is gone, the fly’s curiosity increases with Barbara’s use of a buzzing object for pleasure. His voyeurism led to Barbara’s discovery that the fly could understand and communicate with her. Despite a threat from using bug spray, the fly refused to leave the woman he loved. What adventures would a fly experience as the companion of a successful actress?
The Fly That Knew Too Much is a comedy novel seen through the eyes of a fruit fly. The fly doesn’t have a name, but following his first-person narration was still effortless. A fascinating exploration of the world was described in vivid detail. Barbara becomes attached to the fly and designs a purse that has a special pocket, so he can travel with her. They depend on each other as she becomes more famous. There were moments when I couldn’t help but laugh at the fly's observations of his own species.
There was nothing I disliked about the book. The plot is unpredictable, and the feelings of the fly are easy to see. Every moment is intriguing, and the communication between the fly and the supporting characters adds depth to the story. I couldn’t help wondering if the purpose of a fly extends beyond congregating around trash.
I rate The Fly That Knew Too Much five out of five stars. The chapter headings are eye-catching. It was captivating to see how different a normal day for a person can be for a fly. Espionage, relationships, and government officials are just some topics the fly explores in its witty allegory. The plot is well-balanced, with the details never overwhelming the flow of events. The editing of this book is perfect, as I encountered no errors.
Fans of comedy will find The Fly That Knew Too Much appealing. Explicit scenes, profanity, and alcohol abuse make this novel better suited for mature readers.
******
The Fly Who Knew Too Much
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon
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