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A review by krystyn_mtl
Summer House with Swimming Pool by Herman Koch, Sam Garrett
challenging
dark
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
This is a challenging book, but one that will stick with me for a very long time.
The main character is thoroughly unlikable, right from the start. You spend a lot of time seeing the world through his eyes. If you can stomach it, it’s a fascinating exploration of flaws, fame, class, and also family. Nothing is quite as it seems, but in a way that embraces nuance more than outrageous twists.
This is a great exploration of the line between a person’s character and their actions, of what is good, and of the line between bad and evil.
The main character is thoroughly unlikable, right from the start. You spend a lot of time seeing the world through his eyes. If you can stomach it, it’s a fascinating exploration of flaws, fame, class, and also family. Nothing is quite as it seems, but in a way that embraces nuance more than outrageous twists.
This is a great exploration of the line between a person’s character and their actions, of what is good, and of the line between bad and evil.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Adult/minor relationship, Rape, Sexual harassment
Minor: Cancer