Book reviews written by Corey R

“It's fresh to read a novel with such honest emotion. The writing has a child-like openness about Japanese culture and human experience, but still manages to mix in gut-wrenching imagery. It concludes beautifully - an extremely enjoyable read.”

Corey R wrote this review Tuesday, September 28, 2010. ( reply | permalink )

Pygmy

by Chuck Palahniuk

Rated 2 stars

“For me, this novel reeked of pretentiousness. Palahniuk's writing lacked his usual depth and character. I do not understand the point or even what happened in the narrative. An overall disappointment. ”

Corey R wrote this review Monday, September 27, 2010. ( reply | permalink )

Handle with Care

by Jodi Picoult

Rated 4 stars

“Brilliant, but disturbingly haunting.”

Corey R wrote this review Saturday, August 14, 2010. ( reply | permalink )

The Philosophy of Andy Warhol

by Andy Warhol

Rated 5 stars

“Because of this book I want to be Andy Warhol. I want his humor, his artistic vision and every one of his quirky habits.”

Corey R wrote this review Saturday, July 10, 2010. ( reply | permalink )

Rum Punch

by Elmore Leonard

Rated 3 stars

“A very cool book. With dialog as sharp as razors and complex character relationships, Elmore Leonard's Rum Punch is a pleasant, quick read.”

Corey R wrote this review Sunday, June 27, 2010. ( reply | permalink )

Out

by Natsuo Kirino

Rated 5 stars

“A disturbing and intense novel, it microscopically analyses Japanese lower-class, suburban life in profound detail. Out demonstrates the desperate lengths one will go to when pushed, producing a highly enjoyable story.”

Corey R wrote this review Thursday, June 10, 2010. ( reply | permalink )

Lucy Family Alphabet

by Judith Lucy

Rated 5 stars

“A brash recount of growing up a Lucy. Judith Lucy describes the autobiography as "a moving tribute to the lunatics who raised one of Australia's best-known comedians." This book is hilariously funny and has the power to make you cringe over and over again. A must read for any fan of the extremely funny and talented comedian. ”

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In the Miso Soup

by Ryū Murakami