Jess Peters Peters itibaren 36078 Massignani VI, Italy
Full of easy, shock-jock masculinity, which Cavell doesn't examine in any real depth. Occasionally he suggests that these macho alpha-males are secretly sensitive, or secretly insecure, or have secret father-issues, but none of this is new or particularly interesting. Sometimes the stories even seem to be using their content in a calculated, cold-blooded manner, a "shock and it will sell" mentality common also to talk radio and cookie-cutter Hollywood torture flicks. Occasionally fun, but never enlightening and too often oppressive.
I loved this book. I think the main reason for this was the deep conversations about music. The way that Owen described music was exactly how I feel about music, so I could really relate. I love books where the main character really grows and develops, so this was a hit with me. I'd definitely recommend it.