Snuff
Snuff
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2008
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
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Humor•
American LiteratureLos Angeles, California • 2000s
2008
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Snuff by Chuck Palahniuk follows the story of Cassie Wright, an aging pornography actress, who plans to break a world record by participating in a film involving 600 men. Told through the perspectives of Mr. 72, Mr. 137, Mr. 600, and Cassie's assistant, the narrative explores themes of fame, identity, and the complexities of human connection.
Dark
Unnerving
Gritty
Mysterious
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Chuck Palahniuk's Snuff intrigues with its provocative premise, exploring themes of fame and objectification. It offers Palahniuk's signature dark humor and satirical edge, though some find the narrative disjointed and lacking depth in character development. While the novel's shock value captivates, it may alienate those seeking more substance.
Who Should Read Snuff?
A reader drawn to Chuck Palahniuk's Snuff enjoys dark humor, satire, and provocative themes similar to those in Bret Easton Ellis's American Psycho or Irvine Welsh's Trainspotting. This audience appreciates exploring taboo topics through a lens of gritty, subversive storytelling.
66,371 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
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Novel • Fiction
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Humor•
American LiteratureLos Angeles, California • 2000s
2008
Adult
18+ years
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