Novel, 1998Pre-Gonzo and pretty straightforward story of a journalist boozing, fighting and 'loving' his way through Puerto Rico. This is Hunter S Thompson long before the hilarious twitching paranoia and cynicism of his more celebrated writing. This book's fine, although feels very sketchy in places, exactly as if markers were being left to finish later. While enjoyable enough, the novel doesn't hold a candle to later work, which is far more gusty, gutsy and original. Still, a diverting read and an easy one too.
Had this on the shelf, unread, since it came out. Must give it a go.
ReplyDeleteGiven his later work, am not surprised this wasn't published straight off. It's ok, but not great.
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