Read "Savages" by Don Winslow on my nook and finished it in 3 days. It's one of those novels, for me at least, that I could not put down. I really, really dug this story, but what made it for me is Winslow's style. The narration technique is 100% my favorite and I don't know what you call it, but I liken it to Bret Easton Elllis, Chuck Palahniuk, and even John McFetridge. Savages is one of those cool, hip, smooth as silk type of stories that pulls you in and takes you along for a great ride. I want to see the movie, but just from the trailers I have seen ( after I read the novel ) I get the feeling that they changed a lot of stuff and it has potential to be a big let down. But, if my wife wants in, I'll probably part with the cash. Def going to read more of Don Winslow's novels in the future. Savages was well worth the $12.00 (ouch!) I paid to download from B&N and provided more than enough entertainment and escapism for that price. Highly recommended!
I've been hearing about Winslow for years, yet sadly haven't gotten to him. I'm glad the movie is helping him break out a bit, and I too must bump him up my list...
ReplyDeleteSeana- I'm sure glad I found out about Dan Winslow. His website is pretty cool as well, and he has some great influences. Def a big fan now, for sure. Hope all is well.
DeleteYes, read it last week and it blew me away too. It's like it's been narrated by an old Californian hippy. Really dug it.
ReplyDeleteBen- Glad someone else feels the same way. Having not seen the movie, I would hope it takes the same approach as Fight Club, Goodfellas, Casino, any of BEE movies,and even Nick McDonnell's "Twelve" adaptation. You know where the voice-over narration tells the story. Love that type of thing! Also loved the present tense style of Winslow's writing.
DeleteSounds like I'd enjoy it as well.
ReplyDeleteCharles- I think you would like it
DeleteSo cool to see people talking about Don Winslow. I have read and loved many of his others esp. The Power of the Dog (all about Mexican drug lords) totally blew my mind. Just finished Savages last week in time for the movie, interesting to see what Oliver Stone does to it.
ReplyDeleteEamon- Welcome! Def going to check out more Winslow, maybe Power of the Dog, based on your comment. Checked out your blog, very nice, and am going to also check out your stories. Thanks for stopping by!
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