A review by crenne
The Day of the Locust by Nathanael West

dark reflective slow-paced

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

4.25

This book was an incredible look into the psyche of the American Dream, and more specifically the dreams of people looking to make it in Hollywood. Each character represents the different challenges and West does an incredible job showing the hopelessness everyone leaves with.