K. Ferrari

Adrian Nathan West

A Novel

Like Flies from Afar

Wonko the Sane

I was a bit apprehensive when I got this book as part of a random book of the month subscription box, seeing its low average rating on here. I can understand why it’s not been a universal hit, and definitely wouldn’t give it an unqualified recommendation. However, I think it’s better than the reviews suggest and I’m still thinking about it a day later. Yes, the character is a monster, he indulges in every -ism going, and the language and narrative is over the top depraved. But the depravity is the whole point. The last book I read that was in any way like it is Marabou Stork Nightmares by Irvine Welsh, though I’m not making a direct comparison. They gave me a similar feeling. 

An interesting book! Fast paced, simple language, you can finish it in a couple of hours.

Like Flies from Afar A Novel

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