kassiereadsbooks's Reviews (786)

I adore the social relevancy Chuck Palahniuk institutes into all of his novels, however I have to say that my expectation for Lullaby was much higher than what I received. The concept of a 'culling song' was ingenious. I loved that entire aspect of the novel.

That being said, I never once felt connected to the characters, as they were developed (weakly) through the eyes of Carl Streator.

The book worked up to the clincher incredibly well, the rising action was strong, but I felt myself lacking a climax. I thought the ending was very anti-climactic and more so I thought it was rushed (which I know, is the worst thing you can say about a book to an author).

Palahniuk's phrasing and style is phenomenal and I always, always love reading it from that point of view. He has a mastery of repetition, and such, but I just think the plot left a little to be desired. However, it is definitely worth a read and a day or so of your time- it's a quick read.

This is honestly one of the best pieces of poetry I have ever read. Its energy is completely original, its style is a mastery of artwork and literature itself. My professor at Truman State, Jamie D'Agostino assigned me this little piece of obliterature I did not expect it to change the way I perceive writing and reading as a conceptual task. Some of Reufle's lines strike me with increasing genius, but others flow with a simplistic grace. Everything fits so perfectly without fitting into any frame at all. This is one of the most special books I have on my shelf.