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Anyone who’s read this book will see why Thompson has such a cult following, and I don’t mean that as a backhanded compliment.

The Killer Inside Me has a similar style to that of American Psycho; with inner monologues dictating violent external actions, as well as a much-hated main character.

What makes Robert Heinlein’s Starship Troopers such a controversial piece of Sci-Fi literature? The military based focus? The endless propaganda?

A female predator is a much overlooked character; throw in a few shock set pieces and you have The End of Alice.

Requiem for a Dream runs through a couple of themes, but none more obvious than drug addiction. This book is a full-onslaught to your senses.

In this summary of Stephen King’s first published book, Carrie, you’ll find out why her traumatic events help us relate to her more.

Off-the-wall characters and obscene plot scenarios you know exactly what you’re getting. As long as you don’t go into this one with too serious a mindset then I’m sure you’ll enjoy it.

One of Philip Roth’s most famous novels; discussing his usual topics of Jewish culture and struggling to fit in, he takes us on a wild ride.