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A review by dissential
The Rum Diary by Hunter S. Thompson
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
It may a really well written book about a bunch of interchangeable pricks, or may just be an average book about a bunch of interchangeable pricks, but either way every character is just lightly written, the man character constantly thinks about, is tempted to, or considers doing something edgy, outrageous, or on at least one occasion rapey, but doesn’t actually do it.
I did not enjoy spending my time reading what essentially is the blueprint for every lads mag in the 90s, and therefore it gets a generous 3. Is it good? Could be. Would I suggest anyone else read it? No.
I did not enjoy spending my time reading what essentially is the blueprint for every lads mag in the 90s, and therefore it gets a generous 3. Is it good? Could be. Would I suggest anyone else read it? No.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Animal cruelty, Animal death, Body shaming, Cursing, Death, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Fatphobia, Homophobia, Infidelity, Racism, Rape, Sexism, Sexual assault, Toxic relationship, Violence, Xenophobia, Stalking, Toxic friendship, Alcohol, and Colonisation