What I Think So Far

I am currently on page 239 of the novel, about 90 pages from the end. I have really been enjoying the novel so far. I like how the author switches back and forth between the older version of Mr. Janikowski in the nursing home and the younger version who is traveling with the circus. I was a little unclear as to where the story was going because there was a little bit of a lull in the story, but the events have picked back up and it's become a lot more interesting.  I've definitely learned a lot about the politics of circuses and gained a greater insight into the behind the scenes work of it. The circus workers definitely do not have an easy life, and this book demonstrates that. I also really like the chapters from the nursing home perspective. I knew living in nursing homes and aging is very tough for many people because I have had many family members who have lived in them. However, reading about the experience from a first person point of view makes it a lot more personal and makes me have more sympathy for these people. I also understand why they are so grumpy so often. Overall, I would recommend this book to others.