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3.72 AVERAGE
3.72 AVERAGE
This is a classic tale of a protagonist embarking on a journey of self-correction. At the start, David’s actions are downright insufferable. He relies heavily on the small circle of people around him, yet he doubles down on his frustrations when life doesn’t follow the beaten path he expects. He passively lets events unfold at the most inconvenient times, losing sight of what truly matters.
However, as the story progresses, we see David taking small but meaningful steps toward self-improvement. He begins by standing up for himself—starting with saying no to Shane—and refocusing on his writing. For the first time, he starts making choices that prioritize his growth and well-being. His decision to put others first, particularly the love of his life, Jeremy, is a standout moment. By the end of the book, David denies Jeremy, recognizing that he still has work to do on himself before committing to anyone else.
And let’s not forget Stacey—an absolute powerhouse of a character. Her humor, nonchalant attitude, and unwavering support make her the perfect companion for David’s journey. If this ever gets adapted to the screen, Jennifer Coolidge better be the only person in line to play Stacey.
However, as the story progresses, we see David taking small but meaningful steps toward self-improvement. He begins by standing up for himself—starting with saying no to Shane—and refocusing on his writing. For the first time, he starts making choices that prioritize his growth and well-being. His decision to put others first, particularly the love of his life, Jeremy, is a standout moment. By the end of the book, David denies Jeremy, recognizing that he still has work to do on himself before committing to anyone else.
And let’s not forget Stacey—an absolute powerhouse of a character. Her humor, nonchalant attitude, and unwavering support make her the perfect companion for David’s journey. If this ever gets adapted to the screen, Jennifer Coolidge better be the only person in line to play Stacey.
The story is unbelievable to the point of being farcical, but farces are usually funny. It was described as a dark satire, but it wasn't particularly dark and the at more than 1/3 through the book, the satire has yet to manifest. This book was mostly just tedious.
dark
funny
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
dark
emotional
funny
tense
medium-paced
Narrator was insufferable - I couldn’t suspend my disbelief. Book inside a book construct was messy. So many plot holes. Unsatisfying ending.
dark
emotional
funny
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
challenging
emotional
funny
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
funny
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
challenging
dark
funny
lighthearted
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes