andrewbenesh1 's review for:

In Praise of Messy Lives: Essays by Katie Roiphe

4.0

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One of the more complicated reads I've had lately. I find myself agreeing with and wishing to challenge Roiphe in equal measure, and totally out of my depth during her excursions on Mailer and Updike. I can see why she's controversial, and am impressed by her skillful critiques. Worth a read, even if she's not your favorite person.