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Hubert Selby Jr.'s Requiem for a Dream is praised for its raw, unflinching portrayal of addiction and the human condition, with compelling, multi-faceted characters. The novel's intense, often distressing narrative is seen as both a strength and a drawback, challenging readers with its bleakness but lauded for its powerful impact.
Readers who appreciated the raw intensity and bleak realism of works like Trainspotting by Irvine Welsh or the dark, introspective narratives in American Psycho by Bret Easton Ellis will find Requiem for a Dream by Hubert Selby Jr. compelling. The novel's unflinching look at addiction and despair makes it suitable for those drawn to profound and gritty literature.
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