A review by katyhilbs
Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas by Hunter S. Thompson

adventurous tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

I get that this is a classic and whatnot and understand its importance in terms of commentary on the 60s and transition into the 70s so I don’t feel like I can give this book a low rating. 

However, I don’t think I am the right type of person to really love this book. It didn’t change or move me in any way. I’m glad I read it and had the experience but it’s not a book I’ll be going back to or insisting other people read. I feel like the kind of people who really love this book are the kind of people who really loved Wolf of Wallstreet. 

Is it bad? No. Was I the target audience? Also probably no.