A review by dabbo
Paradise Rot by Jenny Hval

mysterious medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? N/A
• Loveable characters? N/A
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

4.5

I feel like I need to give this a high rating because it is unlike anything I’ve read ever. Do I think it was slightly overhyped? Yes! But that’s on me. I’ll be recommending this one to the people I think will “get it.” It’s a sweaty, stinky, slimy, drippy, steamy, dewy, moldy, mildewing, blurry, smudgy, oozing, golden shower story about sexual awakening and first love and I think Jenny Hval has such a way with words that I look forward to whatever else she writes. 

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