The Dice Man
The Dice Man
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1999
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
United States • 1970s
1999
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Dice Man by Luke Rhinehart follows a psychiatrist who begins making life decisions based on the roll of a die. This leads to a series of unconventional and transformative experiences as the individual explores the randomness and possibilities of life.
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Review Roundup
The Dice Man by Luke Rhinehart is both lauded and critiqued for its dark humor and unconventional narrative. Readers appreciate its bold exploration of free will and identity, but some find the premise and characters unsettling. While it stimulates deep philosophical thought, the book's provocative content may polarize audiences.
Who Should Read The Dice Man?
A fan of dark humor and psychological fiction who enjoys questioning societal norms and exploring the nature of choice would relish The Dice Man by Luke Rhinehart. Comparable to Fight Club by Chuck Palahniuk and American Psycho by Bret Easton Ellis, it engages readers who appreciate rebellious, provocative narratives.
22,622 ratings
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Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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Novel • Fiction
United States • 1970s
1999
Adult
18+ years
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