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If you like CP’s other books, I think you’ll enjoy this too. But I can see how some people can’t get past the imagery. He can make something so gross with just a few words and short sentences. I always feel some kind of discomfort when I read his stuff, but that’s the point right?

I wasn’t sure how he’d tie it all together but he did. He always does.

mionion17's review against another edition

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challenging dark emotional mysterious reflective sad tense medium-paced

Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

it’s weird and cool there’s cycles and patterns and predestination

joemossy's review against another edition

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dark slow-paced

Plot- or character-driven? N/A
Strong character development? No
Loveable characters? No
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

2.0

tmmarkos's review against another edition

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4.0

I've missed you, Mister Palahniuk. It's been a long time. This story is a perfect example of everything I love about one of my favorite authors. Sharp wit, technical instructions, catchphrases like the hook of a good song, characters flawed to perfection, and a narration you can snap your fingers to. This is the first Palahniuk book to not shock me- either I'm older and wiser or I've read enough of his work to spot it coming up ahead. That doesn't ruin the feeling of it, though- instead of feeling like you've been slapped with something you didn't expect, Diary feels more like riding in a runaway train- you can see all of the bends coming up ahead and there's nothing you can do to stop them.

cctay's review against another edition

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3.0

Really good and easy read. The twist is surprising and very, very weird. If you want a short psychological read this is a good choice.

meggypie's review against another edition

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challenging dark informative mysterious reflective tense medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.5

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