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porridgegobbler's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Wow that was a roller-coaster.
My initial thoughts are that it's morbid and depressing, but I can understand the points being made. A very quick read that packs a big punch to your sense of self and spikes your fear of death. I found the writing style and sentence structure really interesting, I've never read something quite like it. I didn't enjoy this per say, I was gripped, the themes were both upsetting and thought-provoking.
I was not a fan of the misogynistic and racist parts of this book, though I understand this was of a certain era and perhaps aided the overall absurdist message of the book. However those moments partially lessened my opinion and intrigue in this book.
Graphic: Death, Misogyny, Domestic abuse, and Racial slurs
richa_singh's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
Graphic: Gun violence, Death of parent, Islamophobia, Domestic abuse, Misogyny, and Racial slurs
Moderate: Xenophobia
freckled_frog_boi's review against another edition
Graphic: Hate crime, Racism, Religious bigotry, Islamophobia, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Toxic friendship, Death, Gun violence, and Racial slurs
hannasandmann's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Graphic: Murder and Gun violence
Moderate: Antisemitism
Minor: Racial slurs
jana16's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.75
Graphic: Physical abuse, Misogyny, Gun violence, Murder, Mental illness, Death, Death of parent, and Sexual violence
Moderate: Violence, Alcohol, Animal cruelty, Domestic abuse, Misogyny, and Toxic friendship
Minor: Racial slurs, Vomit, Alcohol, Body shaming, Fatphobia, Grief, Islamophobia, and Misogyny
marisa_n's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Now, was that my takeaway while I was *actively* reading this book? No. I found the book itself to be quite boring. With this broader understanding in mind, perhaps it would be enjoyable to re-read.
Graphic: Gun violence, Racism, Death of parent, Racial slurs, Sexual violence, Violence, and Murder
he_slaughtered's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Graphic: Murder, Violence, Death of parent, and Death
Moderate: Domestic abuse, Hate crime, Racial slurs, Racism, and Trafficking
humanitiesreader's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Graphic: Murder
Moderate: Racism and Racial slurs
msmccoy's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Moderate: Death, Gun violence, Hate crime, Murder, Racial slurs, Racism, and Violence