Publisher information
- Publisher: Alfred A. Knopf
- ISBN: 9780525520139
- Number of pages: 320
- Dimensions: 210 x 143 mm
- Languages: English
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Cherry
2003, Cleveland. He has just arrived at uni when he meets Emily and falls for her immediately. They love each other passionately, just as they love Ecstasy... READ MORE
Brutal but amazing!
This is an amazing novel. The writing style reminded me of J D Salinger (which is one of the highest compliments I can give!), but updated for millennials,... READ MORE
Powerful, disturbing with a bit of humour thrown in
This is a raw and visceral account of a young man from his schooldays through his distressing experiences of drug abuse and war. Written in the first perso... READ MORE
brutal, funny and amazing
I loved this book. The desolate way it documents the real impact of drug addiction, war and growing up is profound. Yet there is deadpan humour in almost e... READ MORE
A bit lacking.
I found this quite a superficial read. Although harrowingly sad at times, it lacked any depth in the story. I usually really enjoy anything that is true bu... READ MORE