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A review by nicole_bookmarked
Entitlement by Rumaan Alam
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Loveable characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
This novel explores ambition, privilege, and philanthropy, all set against the backdrop of NYC's 1%. The story centers on Brooke, a 33-year-old Black woman who lands a prestigious job at The Carol and Asher Jaffee Foundation. What starts as an opportunity to do good and make a difference quickly spirals into a tale of arrogance and obsession, as Brooke becomes increasingly entangled in the world of wealth and power.
The author does a brilliant job of raising questions about what it means to do and be good, particularly when enormous sums of money are involved. Brooke’s journey from a promising new hire to someone who feels increasingly entitled is fascinating and uncomfortable to watch. The characters are deeply flawed, which makes them more real and relatable despite their unlikability.
The book’s ending is unexpected and unsettling, leaving the reader with lingering questions. This book will leave you thinking long after you’ve turned the last page. A solid four stars from me!
Big thanks to #NetGalley and Bloomsbury Publishing for an eARC of this book in exchange for this honest review.
The author does a brilliant job of raising questions about what it means to do and be good, particularly when enormous sums of money are involved. Brooke’s journey from a promising new hire to someone who feels increasingly entitled is fascinating and uncomfortable to watch. The characters are deeply flawed, which makes them more real and relatable despite their unlikability.
The book’s ending is unexpected and unsettling, leaving the reader with lingering questions. This book will leave you thinking long after you’ve turned the last page. A solid four stars from me!
Big thanks to #NetGalley and Bloomsbury Publishing for an eARC of this book in exchange for this honest review.