Initially I had the exact same reading experience as you had, but I finished the book and am very happy I did: they payoff was well worth it. Without giving any spoilers: the “short stories” help you understand the main character, why he is the way he is. I REALLY don’t want to give away too much but all the background information makes the final part of the book much more satisfying.
Initially I had the exact same reading experience as you had, but I finished the book and am very happy I did: they payoff was well worth it. Without giving any spoilers: the “short stories” help you understand the main character, why he is the way he is. I REALLY don’t want to give away too much but all the background information makes the final part of the book much more satisfying.