A review by blackbookbitch
Queer by William S. Burroughs

challenging dark emotional reflective fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

I loved this! An incredible exploration of desire and queer identity influenced by Burroughs' own trouble with substances and his interest in the occult. I don't think I've seen anyone write about the ugliness of desire in such a way before and I felt it so deeply and understood. 
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