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A review by sydsnot71
Billy Liar by Keith Waterhouse
2.0
I don't know what I was expecting from this book but it never quite delivered it. Perhaps I came in with too high expectations based on its reputation, which is always dangerous.
I can admire the craftsmanship. Waterhouse writes well. I can also see why the character of Billy Liar has an impact. That dreamer/fantasist type is definitely out there. It is interesting that Waterhouse shows us that Billy's refusal to face up to reality has a damaging effect on other people. It's not entirely harmless.
It reminded me - a little - of A Catcher in the Rye.
I didn't dislike Billy Liar. I just didn't really enjoy it as much as I'd expected.
I can admire the craftsmanship. Waterhouse writes well. I can also see why the character of Billy Liar has an impact. That dreamer/fantasist type is definitely out there. It is interesting that Waterhouse shows us that Billy's refusal to face up to reality has a damaging effect on other people. It's not entirely harmless.
It reminded me - a little - of A Catcher in the Rye.
I didn't dislike Billy Liar. I just didn't really enjoy it as much as I'd expected.