A review by fyodoralekseyev
Absurdistan by Gary Shteyngart

dark emotional funny tense fast-paced

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

4.25

I think this book is hilarious especially if you have a relevant background, whether it be as a Russian, a Jew, or both.

I think that reviewers lamenting how unlikable Misha is are misguided. I think it is the point. Protagonists needn't be likable.