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A review by dannymidnight
The Shards by Bret Easton Ellis
4.0
This book had a very strong start and established its tone and recurring imagery quite well. I enjoyed the tone of the book. It felt like gossiping with your beastie while watching 80's teen movies and slashers. And I particularly enjoyed the omnipresent pop culture references. It really grounded the story in a specific place and time.
I do feel like it dragged towards the end. I had little interest in Bret's relationship with Tom. Also, the intentionally stumbling and indirect dialog felt more and more frustrating as the book reached its climax. Maybe that wad the point, but I gad a hard time staying engaged while the suspense ramped.
I do feel like it dragged towards the end. I had little interest in Bret's relationship with Tom. Also, the intentionally stumbling and indirect dialog felt more and more frustrating as the book reached its climax. Maybe that wad the point, but I gad a hard time staying engaged while the suspense ramped.