Geek Love is a fascinating sample of weirdness and freakish delight crafted by a master. Dunn has wrapped together a memoir of a fascinating character, whose view on the world and normal people is different from that of your average Joe. The story of the carnival freak is powerful, and one hard to forget. I would recommend this to readers in their high school years, though older people are welcome to explore the mind of Olympia Binewski, the protagonist of Dunn's story. Be warned: some issues that arise may be disturbing, and are definitely not for the weak of heart nor ill of mind.
When I first picked up this book, I remember growing tired of it and setting it down after eight chapters. Later on, I picked it up again out of sheer boredom. The only reason I finished it was because I had no other claims on my time. Sadly, this book was not the promised psychological thriller. It's not much to ask, but please don't make the outcome of a thriller obvious from the beginning. This book will bore you unless you are noticeably unperceptive.
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