Are There Any Reviews For The Novel Careen?

I stumbled upon 'Careen' a few months ago, and it left such a vivid impression that I ended up scouring the internet for other readers' thoughts. The novel has this gritty, almost cinematic quality—like a fever dream blending noir and dystopia. Some reviews praise its relentless pacing and the way the protagonist’s desperation feels palpable, while others critique the fragmented narrative as confusing. Personally, I adored how it refused to hold the reader’s hand; the ambiguity made every reveal hit harder. A few book bloggers compared it to 'The Road' meets 'Mad Max,' which feels spot-on given its bleak yet adrenaline-fueled vibe.

One thing that kept popping up in discussions was the prose. Love it or hate it, the writing’s undeniably visceral. Someone on Goodreads described it as 'like getting punched in the ribs while reading poetry,' and I couldn’t agree more. There’s a divisive split between readers who think it’s pretentious and those who find it brilliant. If you’re into morally gray characters and endings that linger like a bad hangover, this might be your jam. I still catch myself thinking about that final chapter—it’s the kind of book that claws its way under your skin.