Official Review: A Confession by William F. Aicher

[Shreyoshi Sen]

Philosophy not my take. To be honest when I first read the title on #BOTD, I thought it was some love confession or crime confession novel. ?
Thanks for the review.

[karolinka]

Looks like this book makes you think about your own truths in life and your life choices. I wonder if the author is talking about a fictional person here or himself-herself? Would not be my first choice to read, but is one that makes you stop and think. Not a leisure read, I think.

[altmanfauve]

Appreciated review on the book. I read a bit of the book, and can agree with most of the points made by the reviewer. It is a raw opinion, perception and introspection on life. Worth the quick read.

[dana012]

The part where the main character is directly talking to the reader sounds really interesting. The philosophical nature of the book also intrigues me. I would love to read this.

[tarafarah7]

At first I wasn't so sure about wanting to read this book, but after your review, I'm in! It sounds really good! I got my copy earlier and I am ready to explore how "good" of a person I am, too! Thank you!

[dhwanis]

Wow! I really like the style of narration as well as the premise.

[WINFRIDAH JUMA]

It is a nice book to read. Thanks for the review because it encourages us to continue reading after the first pages of simple boredom. The main character challenges us to do what we think is right for us and not what others think is right to do.

[psychopathycathy]

I love how interactive this book seems to be. I look forward to reading it.

[L_Therese]

The idea of breaking someone down so that they can build themselves back up without the "curse" of childhood or cultural teachings reminds me of the possibly well-intentioned but also cruel truth -telling ideology in which people speak with brutal and total honesty regardless of tact and potential for causing hurt or offense. It's an interesting thought, but I wouldn't want to hold a conversation with someone like that.

[versatileer]

I like the review on A Confession by William F. Aicher because it accurately reviews the disposition of a person trying living a clean life. I like a book on these story lines.

[Dh_]

It sounds original. Not my usual style, but I have to admit I'm slightly curious about it. I really have to compliment you on the amazing review, though. I hope to write reviews of this quality someday!

[chattykathy]

This does not sound like something that is a mainstream read or the norm when it comes to a book to read. It does sound very interesting though as well as a book that will make you think as you read.
Thanks for the review.

[Rebecca Henderson]

Great summary and review! I think you give a well-framed window into the world of this book and you don't give too much away as you do it. I like that you specify that this is a philosophical book, as I did see it and wonder what it might be about. I think that confessions are a personal thing, something you share between two or more people, and so the inviting nature of the book--as you describe it--seems to fit well.

I'm wondering, did the book get tedious and preachy at times? Were there any spots where you felt that it might be cliche? You mention that the main character is neither villain nor hero. How do you think the author was able to do this? I am very curious as to see what makes the difference between a confession sounding re-enacted or forced and what infuses the act with sincerity. Thanks for the review, I might just check this one out!

[dhwanis]

It was a unique experience to read this book, simply because the narrator speaks directly to the reader. Initially, I wondered what was the point of all this rambling, but the end took me by surprise. In the book, the narrator opens up in brutal honesty about his life and asks us if we would find it in our moral compass to forgive him. While reading this I kept asking myself what exactly was free will and how much of it was acceptable to me?

While some parts had me empathizing with the author, some had me questioning his sanity. The author raises some pertinent questions on life, marriage, and the overall purpose of each action that we take in life.

If you want to look at a book that is brutally honest, makes you question your thoughts, and an interesting narration style, pick this one up!

[N_R]

Looking forward to reading this book as it sounds a very different style of writing where the reader is included in the book. Added to my bookshelves and thanks for the review.