this book was certainly... an experience. 
basically a semi-autobiographical exploration of all the protagonist's loves and friends, this was a fun read with a very cynical main character and his cynically realistic views and thoughts. 
i thought it was quite a smooth and rather quick read with interesting lore and depth where it's needed. however, it wasn't quite anything extraordinary - special, yes, in the way every autobiographical book is sort of special. but ehh, i don't know. it was profound, but in a sort of goofy way and it was funny and interesting, the way i imagine drugs would be. it's fun when you're doing it but the aftermath always strikes you as a bit silly.