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Snuff

Chuck Palahniuk
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Snuff

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2008

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Chuck Palahniuk

Snuff

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2008
Book Details
Pages

208

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Hollywood, California • 2000s

Publication Year

2008

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Snuff by Chuck Palahniuk follows the intertwined lives of individuals involved in a world-record attempt for most sexual encounters. It delves into themes of fame, exploitation, and human connections while exploring the motivations and backstories of its diverse characters. The narrative unfolds from multiple perspectives, providing a multifaceted look at the event.

Reviews & Readership

3.7

64,931 ratings

40%

Loved it

36%

Mixed feelings

24%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Snuff by Chuck Palahniuk elicits mixed reactions. Some readers appreciate its dark humor and satirical critique of the adult film industry, while others find its graphic content and repetitive structure off-putting. The novel's exploration of exploitation and celebrity culture can both engage and alienate, depending on reader sensitivity. Overall, it is provocative but divisive.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Snuff?

Readers who would enjoy Chuck Palahniuk's Snuff are likely fans of dark humor and transgressive fiction. They appreciate controversial and provocative themes akin to those in Palahniuk's Fight Club and Bret Easton Ellis's American Psycho. This audience seeks novels that challenge societal norms and enjoy narrative experimentation.

3.7

64,931 ratings

40%

Loved it

36%

Mixed feelings

24%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

208

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Hollywood, California • 2000s

Publication Year

2008

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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