Survivor
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1999
304
Novel • Fiction
United States • Near Future
1999
Adult
18+ years
Survivor by Chuck Palahniuk follows Tender Branson, a member of the Creedish Church death cult, as he narrates his life's events into a black box aboard a hijacked plane. Through a sequence of nontraditional, backward-numbered chapters, the story unravels his transition from a servant in Oregon to his involvement with a caseworker and a psychic named Fertility, ultimately culminating in a hijacked plane scenario.
Dark
Mysterious
Unnerving
Gritty
123,118 ratings
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Chuck Palahniuk's Survivor has garnered mixed reviews. Praised for its dark humor, satirical edge, and originality, it captivates with a unique narrative style. However, some readers find the plot convoluted and the characters unrelatable. Deemed both thought-provoking and chaotic, its reception is divided but undeniably impactful.
A reader who would enjoy Survivor by Chuck Palahniuk likely appreciates dark humor, satirical social commentary, and unconventional narratives. Fans of Brett Easton Ellis' American Psycho and Palahniuk's own Fight Club will find this novel's exploration of media manipulation and cult dynamics particularly engaging.
123,118 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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304
Novel • Fiction
United States • Near Future
1999
Adult
18+ years
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