A review by celeste_velocci
The Dinner by Herman Koch

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

3.5

it weaved together generational mental illness. It explained that a lot of people’s issues come from genetics and who our parents are and how they live their lives and raise us. 

I didn’t like any of the characters because one was more despicable than the next. I am not a parent yet so I don’t know how or what I would do in a situation like this I would like to know from a parent’s perspective if they would cover a crime up for their child? If you know something is wrong with your child should you take steps in trying to correct or help the problem? Very interesting storyline and made me feel uncomfortable but in a mystery way. 

This book won’t be for everyone - it was a little bit out there at times and most of the book was centered around one single outing at dinner. The flashbacks were helpful to piece it all together.