Alice on a Friday Night
Author: Dessi Nikko
Published by: National Culture Fund, Bulgaria
Illustrated by: Diana Naneva
Pages: 249
Format: Paperback
My Rating: ★★★
Published by: National Culture Fund, Bulgaria
Illustrated by: Diana Naneva
Pages: 249
Format: Paperback
My Rating: ★★★
Love is an addiction. Trying to understand people is an addiction. As are drugs, alcohol, and eating disorders. And every addiction is a whole new world worth exploring.
So Alice explores.
Working at a bar and searching for her own path in life, she enjoys studying people and their obsessions with a nearly-scientific devotion. However, as she encounters a myriad of peculiar characters who change her perspectives on life, things quickly start to spiral out of control.
Will Alice find her way out of the hole? Have you?
An honest narrative about mistakes and our entitlement to not be perfect, “Alice on a Friday Night” is a hypnotic adventure in the unsettling depths of delusions and dreams.
So Alice explores.
Working at a bar and searching for her own path in life, she enjoys studying people and their obsessions with a nearly-scientific devotion. However, as she encounters a myriad of peculiar characters who change her perspectives on life, things quickly start to spiral out of control.
Will Alice find her way out of the hole? Have you?
An honest narrative about mistakes and our entitlement to not be perfect, “Alice on a Friday Night” is a hypnotic adventure in the unsettling depths of delusions and dreams.
My thoughts:
Alice on a Friday Night by Dessi Nikko is a charming and heartfelt coming-of-age novel that captures the beauty and chaos of young adulthood. The story centres around Alice, a relatable protagonist whose weekend plans spiral into unexpected territory, setting her on a path of self-discovery, friendship, and moments of genuine humour.
The characters feel real and flawed, and Alice is not a perfect heroine. She is someone who makes mistakes, has insecurities, and is learning to navigate life. Her journey felt authentic, with moments that made me smile and reflect on my own experiences. Nikko does a great job in creating a vivid, atmospheric setting for this emotional, and sometimes quirky, adventure.
The book moves at a breezy pace, ideal for a weekend read. The supporting characters bring a lot of energy to the story, especially through their witty dialogue and heartfelt moments.
Overall, Alice on a Friday Night is a light, enjoyable read, aimed at fans of contemporary fiction with a dash of humour and heart. It’s not just a story about growing up, but also about the friendships and choices that shape who we become.
Overall reaction:
Alice on a Friday Night by Dessi Nikko is a charming and heartfelt coming-of-age novel that captures the beauty and chaos of young adulthood. The story centres around Alice, a relatable protagonist whose weekend plans spiral into unexpected territory, setting her on a path of self-discovery, friendship, and moments of genuine humour.
The characters feel real and flawed, and Alice is not a perfect heroine. She is someone who makes mistakes, has insecurities, and is learning to navigate life. Her journey felt authentic, with moments that made me smile and reflect on my own experiences. Nikko does a great job in creating a vivid, atmospheric setting for this emotional, and sometimes quirky, adventure.
The book moves at a breezy pace, ideal for a weekend read. The supporting characters bring a lot of energy to the story, especially through their witty dialogue and heartfelt moments.
Overall, Alice on a Friday Night is a light, enjoyable read, aimed at fans of contemporary fiction with a dash of humour and heart. It’s not just a story about growing up, but also about the friendships and choices that shape who we become.
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