Thursday, October 2, 2008

Sex Lives of Cannibals - Maarten Troost





This book was freakin' hilarious. Its so funny that I kept chuckling to myself in libraries and airports. About a guy who can only be classified as a social reject, sarcastic as hell, lives in parents basement and no ambitions decides to moves to a pacific island. He thinks its exotic. The lack of electricity, kids and pigs playing on the 1 airport runway, no water and only fish fish fish for food. The lack of infrastructure and the hilarity that ensures by putting a white couple in the middle of it is well worth it. To add to that the sarcasm is the best part. His writing kind of reminded me Joseph Hellers writing. After this book, I really appreciate living in a developed society.

Supposed to be a true story and a really funny read. I'd definitely recommend this book to anyone looking for a light read that'll keep you smiling. Although there are a couple of gross moments in it though.

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