3.75⭐
An interesting diaristic look into one person's experience during the pandemic of 2020. 

Jason Haaf's Harsh Cravings was a good, fairly quick read that examines his thoughts and experiences during the COVID Pandemic of 2020. His day-to-day life is comingled with reflections of his past and contemplations on the future. It's highly relatable to many of readers who went through similar experiences of coping with such a pivotal moment in human history. 

I liked Haaf's style of writing, it truly felt as though I were reading someone's diary. My only qualm was that I do think there could have been a little bit of editing, as some sections seemed unnecessary. Yet, I will say that his documentary-style of writing was a breath of fresh air in my recent readings. Also, I'll say his ability to describe his sexual encounters was pretty damn well-done! 

This work was like a piece of modern art: this is not for the viewer to admire for its beauty, but rather what the viewer discovers about themselves with the book as the catalyst. Reading this, each person will have their own personal reaction to what Haaf has to say, it is then our responsibility to look at those reactions and understand why they are happening, and if there is anything we choose to do about them.