A review by m_buchanan
The Boy with the Cuckoo-Clock Heart by Mathias Malzieu

4.0

I have to say that it has been a long time since I've read a book through in one sitting. Truthfully though, this isn't a super long book.

I'm having a hard time describing what I loved about it. Malzieu weaves a strange tale like a Tim Burton/Roald Dahl/Shel Silverstein mash up with a hint of Neil Gaiman. Its written like a read-out-loud storybook, but it's for grown ups. There is a lot of sexual innuendo and adult themes, yet it's whimsical like something from childhood.

So I guess, I just have to say I loved it, and that's that. I don't think it would be for everyone, but if you normally like an unusual tale, this is an excellent book.