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Der Besen im System by David Foster Wallace

robdabear's review against another edition

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4.0

An immensely fun book from DFW, but not much more.

alaan's review against another edition

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5.0

really good book, such an amazing way to play with words, made me think a lot about miscommunication.

clarakevek's review against another edition

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5.0

Honestly, is there a six-star option?
I have too many things to say about how much I loved reading this than could possibly fit in a review and my head is so full I couldn't write it all down even if I wanted to.
Just know that this is phenomenal and that you should read it.

bolognio108's review against another edition

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

3.0

mrklhn's review against another edition

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4.0

The idea of the book is that it's a book of ideas

patrique's review against another edition

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challenging funny lighthearted medium-paced
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? No

3.5

eastriverg3's review against another edition

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challenging funny informative reflective slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

gera_mtz's review against another edition

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challenging emotional funny reflective fast-paced

4.25

mhull510's review against another edition

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challenging funny medium-paced

3.0