A review by sugarbowl
Wolf In White Van by John Darnielle

challenging dark mysterious reflective sad slow-paced

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

5.0

i have never stopped thinking about this book in the 10 years since i first read it. then, i liked it, i thought it was interesting and well written, but parts of it were still a mystery to me. this time, i recognise its masterpiece quality. despite the highly emotional content, this book is a study, a rumination, methodical. the prose is gorgeous, as you’d expect from a lyricist such as darnielle. it’s an examination of the boredom and isolation of youth, of living your present life alongside the ghosts of the people you used to be. this is one of those books i wish i could read again for the first time.