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twreading's review against another edition
3.0
I'm not personally partial to psychological thrillers, grotesque imagery, or mind ****'s. That being said, I am sure that those who like a good mind **** will enjoy this.
I thought the book was well done, and I was invested in Misty as a character. I read the book in 2 days, so it was an easy read. Some reviewers didn't like the way Palanhiuk spoke at the reader, but I didn't feel that way. To me, Misty was speaking to her husband, via her diary, and being on the receiving end of that made her all that more concrete.
I loved all the facts about human anatomy and historical artists. I may take out a book on Graphology.
What I didn't like was the fact that the story was sooo far-fetched. I couldn't understand why the islanders chose that method to protect their future. It seemed like there must be some other way to accomplish the same goal. While it was a fun read, the story itself seemed contrived.
I thought the book was well done, and I was invested in Misty as a character. I read the book in 2 days, so it was an easy read. Some reviewers didn't like the way Palanhiuk spoke at the reader, but I didn't feel that way. To me, Misty was speaking to her husband, via her diary, and being on the receiving end of that made her all that more concrete.
I loved all the facts about human anatomy and historical artists. I may take out a book on Graphology.
What I didn't like was the fact that the story was sooo far-fetched. I couldn't understand why the islanders chose that method to protect their future. It seemed like there must be some other way to accomplish the same goal. While it was a fun read, the story itself seemed contrived.
jeffreyisaacpincus's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
saltairinanenvelope's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
greyxicewater's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.0
jess_mango's review against another edition
4.0
A quick read but not quite as good as the other Palahniuk
novels that I have read. The book starts out as a confusing read but things become clearer as the story proceeds. The novel is told in the form of the diary of Misty Wilmont, a former artist living in a small island community. It's creepy with a vibe similar to a Hitchcock film.
novels that I have read. The book starts out as a confusing read but things become clearer as the story proceeds. The novel is told in the form of the diary of Misty Wilmont, a former artist living in a small island community. It's creepy with a vibe similar to a Hitchcock film.
cvlowery's review against another edition
challenging
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
goobearmilltato's review against another edition
4.0
Hollywood has made us accustomed to getting the resolution to a cycle. When a story involves a legend that happens over and over, we're usually watching the final time. The one that breaks the cycle. If you like stories with happy endings wrapped up in a nice little bow, this isn't what you're looking for. There's a faint hint of maybe a happy ending later down the road, but you're reading about someone smack dab in the middle of the cycle of pain and torture. I like that, you might not. Palahniuk has plenty of other (much better) books, sure, but this one is good enough to deserve a read as well. Though, my favorite Palahniuk book is Lullaby which most people seemed to dislike, so if you want to take my opinion with a grain of salt I'd understand.
cindytheskull's review against another edition
2.0
This is the third book by Palahniuk I decided to read. "Haunted" was my first try, and I thoroughly, genuinely liked it. "Invisible Monster" was a fight with a big reward waiting for me in the end.
After this one, I may need to take a long break before finally getting to "Fight Club".
I love the fact that I may refer to Palahniuk as the most innovative language designer of this and, maybe, the past century. But sadly, referring to this book, it may well be the only thing I love about him.
I was tired of reading this endless writing style exercise leading to a shallow plot twist in the end. The whole story may be summarized in 3 sentences, the character development and depth equals nothing, and the shocking disgusting parts are getting older with each Palahniuk's book I attempt to enjoy.
I didn't like it. I need a break.
After this one, I may need to take a long break before finally getting to "Fight Club".
I love the fact that I may refer to Palahniuk as the most innovative language designer of this and, maybe, the past century. But sadly, referring to this book, it may well be the only thing I love about him.
I was tired of reading this endless writing style exercise leading to a shallow plot twist in the end. The whole story may be summarized in 3 sentences, the character development and depth equals nothing, and the shocking disgusting parts are getting older with each Palahniuk's book I attempt to enjoy.
I didn't like it. I need a break.
angrymoomin's review against another edition
5.0
Es mi libro favorito, lo leí por primera vez cuando tenía 14 años, la trama es sencilla, el giro que tiene es brusco e inesperado (?), la protagonista no provoca la mas mínima empatía y las analepsis a veces no tienen sentido, hasta que entiendes el final, donde comprendes que en realidad es un intento de metanovela bien lograda.
Pero eso es porque me gusta caleta el libro no más
Tiene un millón de falencias al igual que todo lo que escribe Palahniuk, y aún así volveré a los brazos de Misty, para sentirme reconfortada por su miseria, que mi adolescencia fue bastante compartida.
Pero eso es porque me gusta caleta el libro no más
Tiene un millón de falencias al igual que todo lo que escribe Palahniuk, y aún así volveré a los brazos de Misty, para sentirme reconfortada por su miseria, que mi adolescencia fue bastante compartida.