A review by sspaghettiboness
McGlue by Ottessa Moshfegh

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

2.5

I found this book to be very dense, boring, and dry. It was a difficult read, despite being so short. Although I appreciated the commitment to the plight of McGlue and his interesting story, the confusing timeline and odd pacing made me literally fall asleep while reading. 
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