Reviews tagging 'Abandonment'

Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas by Hunter S. Thompson (1971-08-01) by Ralph Steadman, Hunter S. Thompson

1 review

kshertz's review against another edition

adventurous medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.0

This book does not stand the test of time. I read it because a lot of people love this author and I wanted to understand why. But to write about what an irresponsible idiot drug user you are and how much you can get away with because you are a powerful white dude with privilege? I’m not envious or in awe of that. I’m disgusted. So, not only is this author not for me, if someone says they love him…. Red flag! 🚩 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Alcoholism, Drug abuse, Bullying, Gaslighting, Addiction, Abandonment, Cursing, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexism, Alcohol, Drug use, and Gun violence