A review by trashstaaar
Nazi Literature in the Americas by Roberto Bolaño

challenging dark funny slow-paced

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

4.0

I have to admit I was going to rate this book a bit lower than I did, as I feel like it was a bit hit or miss for me, going from smart, witty satire to mundane, wikipedia esque entries that I found myself skipping through (though there is a chance I was simply missing the humour in some parts, as I’m not that well versed in the politics and history of the Americas to get all the nuances). But, the more I think about the whole concept of the book, the whole idea is honestly so brilliant. Even though I didn’t love the stylistic aspects at times, I still have to give props to the character and world building.
Also, the very last entry to the book is some of, if not the most gripping story I’ve read so far. I’ll definitely be doing a deeper dive into Bolaño’s oeuvre to see if I can experience something similar fleshed out into a full book.