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A review by hobbes199
Don't Skip Out on Me by Willy Vlautin
4.0
Another amazing character study from Vlautin, following the trials of Horace/Hector as he follows his dreams of becoming a great 'Mexican' boxer, and his friend and former boss Mr Reese as he adapts to life after Horace leaves the ranch he runs.
Atmospheric, emotional, and often hard-hitting, Vlautin's 'scattergun' narrative technique (short, abrupt sentences act as a metaphor for the beatings Horace gets in the ring) may deter some readers, but it's worth getting into that rhythm for the punches that follow.
Review edition supplied by publisher. Retail edition comes with a specially composed soundtrack to accompany Horace and Mr Reese's journey.
Atmospheric, emotional, and often hard-hitting, Vlautin's 'scattergun' narrative technique (short, abrupt sentences act as a metaphor for the beatings Horace gets in the ring) may deter some readers, but it's worth getting into that rhythm for the punches that follow.
Review edition supplied by publisher. Retail edition comes with a specially composed soundtrack to accompany Horace and Mr Reese's journey.