A review by jbramlett
The Elementary Particles by Michel Houellebecq

challenging dark funny mysterious reflective sad slow-paced

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

3.75

A college professor once joked that German philosophers were maniacal whereas French philosophers were depressing as fuck. Houellebecq is most definitely French by this measure.