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farfuglietti's review against another edition
4.0
3.5-4/5
Dopo aver raggiunto l'apice della bellezza, poi, nelle ultime cinquanta pagine, a mio parere, si perde via e scade nella banalità.
Dopo aver raggiunto l'apice della bellezza, poi, nelle ultime cinquanta pagine, a mio parere, si perde via e scade nella banalità.
nooneyouknow's review
1.0
pretty much hated this book. tries to be a 13-year old breakfast club in hell very unsuccessfully.
jurassicreads's review
2.0
Although I have not yet read Palahniuk's "Fight Club," I have heard rave reviews about it (as well as many of his other novels). I had really high expectations for "Damned," but in the end I feel like Palahniuk really missed the mark on something that could have been very spectacular.
The main character, Madison, was the epitome of the stereotypical pre-pubescent, whining little girl who just needs to shut her mouth. Throughout the entire novel, she complains, grumbles, and has problems with her self-image (as shown by her obsession with seeking acceptance from Satan).
I did really appreciate the funny descriptions of Hell, but at times I felt like the narration was too nit-picky at the reader. Told from Madison's point of view, there was a lot of talking down about Dante's "Divine Comedy" as being a silly piece of work having nothing to do with Hell, as well as badmouthing people who are alive. This falls back under the category of things poorly described by a 13 year old girl, and it really annoyed me.
On a side-note that doesn't have to do with the writing, the actual description of Satan giving in the novel is not like that on the cover (which is the most commonly used cover in all countries). This bothered me because it was a clear miscommunication between author, editor, illustrator, and so on.
This is not a book I would recommend to everyone. I would probably only recommend this to younger people who would relate to where Madison is coming from. She is unhappy, feels unloved, and extremely emotional. "Damned" is basically a run-on diary entry of the girl described above.
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The main character, Madison, was the epitome of the stereotypical pre-pubescent, whining little girl who just needs to shut her mouth. Throughout the entire novel, she complains, grumbles, and has problems with her self-image (as shown by her obsession with seeking acceptance from Satan).
I did really appreciate the funny descriptions of Hell, but at times I felt like the narration was too nit-picky at the reader. Told from Madison's point of view, there was a lot of talking down about Dante's "Divine Comedy" as being a silly piece of work having nothing to do with Hell, as well as badmouthing people who are alive. This falls back under the category of things poorly described by a 13 year old girl, and it really annoyed me.
On a side-note that doesn't have to do with the writing, the actual description of Satan giving in the novel is not like that on the cover (which is the most commonly used cover in all countries). This bothered me because it was a clear miscommunication between author, editor, illustrator, and so on.
This is not a book I would recommend to everyone. I would probably only recommend this to younger people who would relate to where Madison is coming from. She is unhappy, feels unloved, and extremely emotional. "Damned" is basically a run-on diary entry of the girl described above.
Click Here to see my full video review.
jenniferkmrogers's review
5.0
I won’t spoil anything, but if you choose to read this book, remember it IS a satire piece. The details on certain things weren’t my favorite, but the story line was good.
n8bscott's review
3.0
3.5/5
A witty 13 year-old reinvents herself post-mortem with angst and satire while taking on Hell, where candy is currency, telemarketing is the job, and hope is a sin.
It was fun! I loved the twist at the end but wish it could have been expanded on further… not sure I’ll read the sequel.
A witty 13 year-old reinvents herself post-mortem with angst and satire while taking on Hell, where candy is currency, telemarketing is the job, and hope is a sin.
It was fun! I loved the twist at the end but wish it could have been expanded on further… not sure I’ll read the sequel.
manicmeg's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
honestly I’m going to hell and maddy better not find me there or I will start a fight with a pretentious annoying 13 year old
launab's review
3.0
I almost want to give this 4 stars, but I just can't. Goodreads, why won't you allow me to give ratings with half stars??? This truly is a 3.5 for me. I was laughing for much of the first half...second half, not as much. This book is precisely why I am in a book group - I would NEVER choose this book on my own as it's way outside my comfort zone. Glad to have read it. Thanks for the recommendation, Marjorie :)
bratzzilla's review
adventurous
dark
funny
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75