A review by alexanderh
Distant Star by Roberto Bolaño

dark informative reflective fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? N/A
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.5

Distant Star reads as a collection of vignettes (or tangents) all relating to Carlos Wieder. While it is a bit hard to follow, I somewhat enjoyed it. I like that the ending is a bit ambiguous. Although, the crime/detective bit towards the end is a weird part that feels a bit forced in it.