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Diary Of An Oxygen Thief

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Diary of an Oxygen Thief is a raw and twisted account of a self-destructive Irish advertising executive who takes pleasure in emotionally manipulating and hurting women. The story is narrated in a diary format, delving into the protagonist's dark and abusive past relationships, his descent into alcoholism, and his eventual realization of the consequences of his actions. The writing style is described as easy to follow, reading like an inner monologue that immerses the reader into the narrator's cynical and self-aware perspective.

The book explores themes of self-destruction, emotional abuse, and the cycle of hurt inflicted by damaged individuals. It portrays the protagonist's journey from a narcissistic and misogynistic alcoholic to a sober individual grappling with his past actions and seeking redemption through self-reflection and honesty. Through a series of disturbing yet brutally honest diary entries, the author delves into the complexities of human nature, relationships, and the consequences of one's destructive behavior.

Characters:

Characters are complex and morally ambiguous, with the protagonist embodying various negative traits while the women serve as reflections of his actions.

Writing/Prose:

The writing is characterized by a confessional, intimate tone that is both engaging and unsettling, designed to provoke thought and emotional response.

Plot/Storyline:

The narrative follows a deeply flawed anti-hero, focusing on his destructive relationships with women and his battle with alcoholism, culminating in a form of forced revenge.

Setting:

The story alternates between major cities, contributing to the protagonist's feelings of dislocation and adaptation.

Pacing:

The pacing begins strongly but tends to dwindle in the second half, leading to a less impactful conclusion.
So now I was ready to pass on my learning to the uninitiated. The unhurt. The innocents. With the girlfriend out of the way I’d be better able to dedicate myself. I was seriously pissed off and all I ...

Notes:

The main character is a drunken sociopath working in advertising.
He has a complicated relationship with women, often causing them emotional pain.
The story unfolds in three parts, detailing his selfish pursuits and eventual comeuppance.
The narrator is an anti-hero who struggles with alcoholism and self-loathing.
The book explores themes of revenge and psychological manipulation.
It contrasts the narrator's viciousness with the eventual revenge from a woman he mistreats.
Many readers find the writing raw and unplanned, contributing to its unique perspective.
The author remains anonymous, adding an air of mystery to the narrative.
The book has gained a cult following despite its controversial subject matter.
Quotes from the narrator highlight his cynical view on relationships.

Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings

Readers may find triggering elements due to the high content warnings related to emotional abuse, misogyny, alcoholism, and self-harm, alongside themes of toxic relationships and psychological breakdowns.

From The Publisher:

Hurt people hurt people. Say Holden Caulfield was an alcoholic and Lolita was a photographer's assistant and somehow they met in "Bright Lights, Big City." He's blinded by love. She by Ambition. "Diary of an Oxygen Thief" is honest hilarious and heartrending, but above all a very real account of what we do to each other and what we allow to have done to us.

Ratings (11)

Incredible (1)
Loved It (2)
Liked It (2)
It Was OK (1)
Did Not Like (3)
Hated It (2)

Reader Stats (23):

Read It (11)
Currently Reading (1)
Want To Read (8)
Did Not Finish (1)
Not Interested (2)

1 comment(s)

Hated It
1 week

I tried to read it over a year ago and absolutely hated it and even though it was just around 200+ ebook pages I just didn't care enough to finish it. But I've seen it popping up at my book app and I decided to give it a go again. A book that I love and adore, someone else hates with a passion and vice versa and this book has both an i intriguing cover and being written by someone anonymously. But after finishing this now O think the author knew how ridiculously bad it was. I'm sounding very bitter and I'm sure some people find it a lot more intriguing with their on valid points on why it's good. But to me it's terrible

 

About the Author:

A Simon & Schuster author.

 
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