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Das Parfum by Patrick Süskind
3.0
dark informative mysterious sad tense medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Complicated
Diverse cast of characters: No

The book was somewhat disturbing and absurd, and left me a bit confused. 

The premise is intense, the atmosphere very tangible, and I liked the detailed descriptions of the scents, which might seem a bit long-winded to some. 

The protagonist wanted to be seen, someone who has no smell and therefore doesn't really exist. What is being human? 

The story really takes off around 70%, and from there I didn't enjoy it as much. It veers into the absurd, and I particularly disliked the obscene parts. I enjoyed the atmosphere, and I also liked the writing style, but it didn't grab me emotionally, and generally I expected more.