A review by thehectorperez
The MANIAC by Benjamín Labatut

challenging informative medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

It's fiction based on historical fact. It doesn't water down the source material or its complexity. Early in the book, I thought it was fine. As the book progressed and I started to understand the narratives and format, I really started to appreciate the book as a whole.