This short novel is a work of genius. Told from a single perspective, the mordant wit is searing and profound while remaining consistently engaging and affecting. It perpetually surprises. Everything from a droll conversation to a grocery list sparkles with the author's intelligent insights.

Human nature and anxious preoccupations are explored in the daily life of our middle-aged, opinionated narrator.

Where has this author been hiding all these years? Every sentence comments, entices and advances the subtle narrative links. It is simply a portrait of modern life, seen through a distorted lens, where reality blends with irreverent fantasies. Unexpected observations are strung together with wry, dry humor reminiscent of Alasdair Gray. It even partakes of the flavors of European travel literature, offering a unique perspective on the absurdity of modern conveniences, interactions and relationships.

The book might be seen as hateful or daring by some, but in my opinion, it is simply honest.
I am compelled to read the rest of Lucy Ellmann's books now. ( )

Postmodernist take on existentialism, and so on. Quirky, witty, humorous, disdainful, twisted, sad and then some. About DEATH, one damn original AFTERLIFE (with pictures!), REBIRTH and how none of it MATTERS.

Don't forget to read MJ's PERFECT review. Dot liked perfection.

Over to Lucy Ellmann. ( )