momji 's review for:

Wolf in White Van by John Darnielle

4.0

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This book appealed to me because the main character is a gamer. The writing was very theatrical at times, and yet succinct and well done. In spite of the fact it was very dark and sad, I liked it. More than I thought I would. You learn at the beginning that the main character is disfigured and how he navigates through his life and the choices he makes because of his situation rang true, given his personality type. I also really enjoyed the interweaving of the game the author preformed through the story and the introduction of a few of the characters who played the game. It was interesting to get a peek into these personalities. The only thing I didn't like was the lack of clarity as to why things happened as they did. I am sure that is the way it was intended, or perhaps I should do more reading between the lines than I am capable of, being so much older than the characters are during when these actions happened.