A review by elsphippard
The Dinner by Herman Koch

tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

All I knew about this going in was that the book was set over a single dinner which I thought was a cool concept. I was shocked at all the violent twists and turns! 

The characters are so unlikeable and obnoxious but it was still enjoyable. I do wish I’d read it physically rather than listened to the audiobook though.