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Book Review of The Kindly Ones

The Kindly Ones
The Kindly Ones
Author: Jonathan Littell
Genre: Literature & Fiction
Book Type: Hardcover
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Helpful Score: 1


Well, I DID make it through the 975 pages, and I'll be honest, it wasn't always easy. Let me start by saying, it's truly a work of art; I can't conceive of how ones is able to write such a book. Not only is there an insane amount of research required, but to write in this style is amazing. That's not to say I enjoyed the book... the subject matter is difficult and there were times that the stream of conscious style of writing, especially for a person whose mental status is in question for much of the book, was a chore to wade through and process. This book was a best seller in France, yet I just can't imagine THAT many people reading it.