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A Horse Walks into a Bar by David Grossman
4.0
challenging sad fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: No
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

Why are you like this? You were a good boy!

This novel forces you to be in the audience and watch a man you don't really like break down on stage. It's uncomfortable. But you will also in the end have empathy for him. 

There's metaphors, symbolism and a whole parable to tackle. And perhaps even a reworked story of Peer Gynt in there 

The only question is if it becomes to self-centered on it's chosen format, or excercise in style. Does it really say anything new?