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jobinsonlis's review against another edition
2.0
It could have just been that something was lost in the translation but for a book that was touted as being really funny, I don't know if I even smiled once. This was a short book but it felt like every story was endless and filled with the same self-important sadsack wandering around like the world owed him something just for existing.
estark16's review
2.0
The style of this book is distinct in its dark comedy and cynicism, a style I don't typically love. I sadly bought this book on a whim before reading reviews after seeing it in a list of Chinese books. I like to believe that I'm not prudish, but certain parts of this book left me so uncomfortable I have to wonder. It is the point of the book to be dark, depressing, ironic, and cynical. If you like stories that leave you drained and depressed, you will probably enjoy this. As for me, I had to donate this book because even its presence among my collection started to concern me.
mutdmour's review against another edition
5.0
A couple of stories from this book will stick me forever, even after I leave Beijing. Whether it's when I am biking around or visiting a hospital.
ladymirtazapine's review
challenging
dark
mysterious
reflective
tense
slow-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? It's complicated
3.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcohol, Alcoholism, Body shaming, Fatphobia, Homophobia, Injury/Injury detail, Medical content, Murder, Suicide attempt, and Violence
lekeishy's review against another edition
1.0
It dawned on me that I read this book in college and I have no recollection of it - none of it's unique characters, plots or stories. It's sad to say but true. Might pick this up for a summer read and see if I can create a better memory...
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