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caribbeangirlreading 's review for:
Jesus' Son
by Denis Johnson
dark
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
After I finished reading, I looked up Denis Johnson's name and was shocked to learn that he was a respected and award-winning author. Heck, this book has been adapted into a movie. I can't say that it was not well written, and the narrator was outstanding, but I hated it. The narrator took us into seedy and violent places, and for what? If you don't develop some sort of empathy for the main character, then what's the point of this story? When I think about it, the main character is like a lot of men (especially of his generation). Sure you cleaned up, but there is no regret, remorse, or responsibility.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Addiction, Domestic abuse, Drug abuse, Drug use, Infidelity, Misogyny, Violence, Car accident, Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Abortion
Minor: Rape