Book Reviews

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by Bret Easton Ellis (Author) American Psycho (Paperback) Cover
Rating:4/5

American Psycho Review

American Psycho is a dark satirical ride through 1980s Wall Street. Disturbing yet compelling, it critiques consumerism and identity with intense violence. Not for the faint-hearted!
American Psycho Cover
Rating:3.8/5

American Psycho Review

American Psycho is a wild ride through 80s consumerism with dark humor. Patrick Bateman's story is thrilling yet horrifying. Good for those with a strong stomach!
Talking to Strangers: What We Should Know about the People We Don't Know Cover
Rating:3.8/5

Talking to Strangers Review

Camus’ 'The Stranger' captivates with its exploration of life’s absurdity through Meursault's indifferent outlook. It’s both fascinating and perplexing, making you ponder life's randomness.
Gabriel's Inferno Cover
Rating:3.5/5

Gabriel’s Inferno Review

"Gabriel's Inferno," an emotional rollercoaster with rich symbolism and intense romance. Gabriel's complexity captivates, Julia's growth intrigues, but melodrama drags. Patience required! Dive into Dante influences, but brace for slow pacing. Worth the literary treasure hunt!
Project Hail Mary: A Novel Cover
Rating:4/5

Project Hail Mary Review

A thrilling mix of science and survival, 'Project Hail Mary' keeps you hooked. Ryland Grace's journey to save Earth is both gripping and entertaining, despite some heavy science slowing it down.
Fangirl: A Novel Cover
Rating:4.5/5

Fangirl Review

Fangirl's emotional depth and relatable plot shine. Cath's journey through college and fandom is charming, even if pacing stumbles a bit. Perfect for anyone who’s ever been obsessed with a fictional world.
The Voynich Manuscript Cover
Rating:3.5/5

Voynich Manuscript Review

The Voynich Manuscript is like a medieval 'Where's Waldo?' filled with bizarre illustrations and mysterious text. It's a wild ride of theories, but don’t expect clear answers. The journey is baffling yet fascinating.
Infinite Jest Cover
Rating:4.5/5

Infinite Jest Review

Infinite Jest is a beast of a book. It's complex but rewarding. Characters are deep, humor is dark, and themes of addiction and entertainment hit hard.
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy Cover
Rating:4.5/5

hitchhikers guide to the galaxy Review

Douglas Adams' 'Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy' turns space travel into a laugh-out-loud adventure. Clever humor, quirky characters shine bright, though not for everyone. Perfect for fans of absurd comedy. A must-read for laughs and imagination.