A review by bestja01
A Confederacy of Dunces by John Kennedy Toole

challenging funny medium-paced

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

3.25

Definitely a farce, with some very funny moments. The main character, Ignatius, is absolutely insufferable, but that’s the point. It was a slow read but fun, and I liked the way everything came together at the end without rewarding/excusing the behavior of the characters.