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A review by skeptic_hecate
The Circle by Dave Eggers
challenging
dark
reflective
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
This book went really dark really fast, but in a very subtle way, which I appreciate. The author could really pull of the mental gymnastics and the self brainwashing the protagonist went through. If anything, this book is a great study on cult mentality and guilt culture. I sincerely hope humanity is not down that path. It is a modern version of Orwellian dystopia. It definitely wrinkled my brain, the writing style is subtle enough for one to really imagine seeing themselves in a similar situation. The ending was a bit predictable, but no less frightening because of that. I highly recommend this read.
Graphic: Ableism
Moderate: Chronic illness
Minor: Slavery and Kidnapping