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A review by kaiolenatac
Monsters: A Fan's Dilemma by Claire Dederer
informative
reflective
medium-paced
4.0
I overall enjoyed this memoir/narrative essay. Her conversations on Nobokov, Miles Davis, Woody Allen, and Rosemary's Baby particularly impressed me, sharing her anecdotes of being a fan or even just an enjoyer of these artists, etc., and coping with their biographies being "monstrous." Sparked thoughts and reflection on my own experiences with the media I interact with and love.
However, I did not think the two main discussions (being about consuming monstrous media vs. being a creator and avoiding monstrosity) were very cohesive and often became disinterested or unfocused because of said incoherence.
I see myself referencing her reflections in future conversations and papers of mine and am generally pleased with the book.
However, I did not think the two main discussions (being about consuming monstrous media vs. being a creator and avoiding monstrosity) were very cohesive and often became disinterested or unfocused because of said incoherence.
I see myself referencing her reflections in future conversations and papers of mine and am generally pleased with the book.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual harassment
Minor: Addiction