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Heart of Darkness by Joseph Conrad
2.0

I would be lying if I said I didn't barely skim it and then turn to sparknotes. This was an assigned reading for my literature class and I've been pushing it aside in favor of (re)reading other books (whoops) the past days.

But because of it, I don't think I'm in any standing to rate this book, and based on the reviews you either really love this book or hate it.

However, I was a fan of Poisonwood Bible, and I see where parallels and inspiration could be drawn. The same applies to Lord of the Flies.

Overall, this book is short, so I might reread it after having a full understanding. It's all in the symbols and frankly I'll try to reread this with a new eye for understanding without too much overthinking.