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novel_ideas's review against another edition
dark
funny
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
casspro's review against another edition
4.0
Read for an Irish Literature class in college. This is the play that introduced me to my love of Martin McDonagh. It's harsh, brutal, touching, and realistic. All good things in contemporary theatre. Do not bypass this one on your way to reading "Behanding in Spokane" or "Lieutenant of Inishmore".
isabel_ali's review against another edition
dark
funny
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
arp_3103's review against another edition
dark
funny
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
amessina3399's review against another edition
dark
funny
tense
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? It's complicated
5.0
kimberly_levaco's review against another edition
dark
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
Expected darkly comedic instead got dark. But it’s mcdonagh so it’s dark in the best way possible.
jhamm's review against another edition
4.0
Absolutely loved it! I’m a huge fan of Martin McDonagh’s filmography, and so when I learned he started out as a playwright, I knew I wanted to try and read some of his plays. Considering the fact that this is supposed to be performed and not necessarily read, it’s incredible how engaging the story is. The plot isn’t too insane, but the characters and dialogue more than make up for it. Martin McDonagh is truly a gifted storyteller and I can’t wait to read more of his plays!
conniflower's review against another edition
dark
funny
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
4.0
charlibirb's review against another edition
5.0
Ugh! McDonagh is so morbid! I love it! What a sick, twisted story!