At first, I thought it felt a little juvenile. Maybe even cheesy. I genuinely didn’t think it was going to be for me. And wow, was I wrong.
This ended up being a true five star read.
Somewhere along the way, everything just clicked. The tone that originally threw me started to feel intentional. The parts that felt different became the exact reason it stood out. And once I was in, I was all in.
It’s currently two hours past my bedtime because I had to finish it. I needed to know how it ended. That’s always the sign of a great thriller for me. When I cannot physically put it down.
It’s not your typical thriller, and I think that’s why I loved it so much. It has a distinct voice and a style that feels different in a good way. It stands out. It takes risks. And for me, it absolutely paid off.
If you’re a thriller lover and want something that doesn’t feel cookie cutter, I highly recommend this.
Just don’t judge it too early like I almost did. 😇
Maybe the dumbest, worst-written book I have ever attempted to read. Basic writing with many misused words, one-dimensional characters who all had the same voice and zero development. A hideous attempt. I’m positive all the five star reviews are from the author’s friends and they didn’t actually even read the book.
If negative stars were an option, I would use them. I genuinely do not understand the praise this book receives.
The premise felt weak from the start, the plot was predictable, and there was no real suspense. I kept waiting for something shocking or clever to happen, and it never did.
I usually do not finish books that are not working for me, but I kept going because of the strong reviews, convinced something big had to happen.
A chaotic story is not the same as a compelling one. This was neither exciting nor surprising. I would not recommend it.
with its predictable plot, it felt like this author included unnecessary sentences in order to make the book seem longer. i’m disappointed as i’ve heard great things about this book. this was my first of this author and probably my last.
This was brilliant. It was so much fun reading the four different character points of view with their different perspectives of the same situations happening to them. The reactions they expected versus the reactions they received as they twisted and connived was comical. And Harry Shoe! How could you not laugh at a name like that!
Never was a title morw fitting. A clusterf*ck of shite writing from start to finish. I beg you, think before inflicting your writing on the world without an editor.
I have yet to be disappointed in any of Brian's books and Clusterf*ck is no exception! I felt this was a bit different than anything I have read by him. Super short chapters that make you say "just one more" about 60 times in a row. Chapter 107 had me clenching my jaw badly with the thought "WTF is about to happen"! Well done Brian. First book in many months that made me stop almost everything to finish in 24 hours. Looking forward to the next one!
Brian D. O'Sullivan - Author's Clusterf*ck grabs you by the collar, smirks in your face, and takes you on a wild ride that you never want to end.
The super short chapters are like small doses of adrenaline that keep you coming back for more. Each one has a punchline, a twist, or a moment of pure character gold. It's "just one more chapter" and before you know it, you've read half the book.
The first-person point of view that flips in each chapter is what makes the experience incredible. It gives the story a raw, intimate, and sometimes hilarious edge. You’re not just reading about the chaos—you’re inside it, feeling every awkward mishap, every sharp observation. O'Sullivan's character dialogue is so good that you'll forget you're reading but feel like you're part of the conversations (there's none of that overdone "he said, she said, he said, she said" crap).
The pace is perfect and the characters seem like actual individuals you've met (and maybe tried to avoid). From beginning to end, it's smart, snappy, and very exhilarating.
Clusterf*ck is the only choice if you want something clever, fast-paced, and hard to put down!
Brian Fkn O’Sullivan this was an incredible book. I stumbled on this book accidentally while looking on my kindle for my next read. This popped out, I have never read anything from this author, thought hmm let’s give it a go. Hooked me immediately which is ALWAYS my favorite. I read for enjoyment and I want to enjoy it the whole time, not half way through. Anyway. The I loved the short chapters, all the POV’s the plot, the twist. I have more to say but I don’t want to spoil it. Why have I never heard of this author, I’m interested if the other books are just as good. 10/10 highly recommend.
Well done, sir!!!! I absolutely could NOT stop reading this one!! I'm already a huge fan of this author, but he has truly outdone himself. 5 ⭐s, 10/10, you absolutely have to read this book!!!!
What a great thriller! I could not put this down and read it in one evening. Chapters are short and sweet. Told from 4 POVs. Had me hooked immediately.
I finished this book with the hopes it would get better. I was sorely disappointed. The writing was bad, the characters were unlikeable, and nothing truly interesting happened. I don't recommend this book.
Wow what a ride this was!! Definitely has an appropriate title! Short fast chapters, twists and turns and the shock factor had me reeling!! I ate this book up and would definitely recommend!!
Messy messy messy!!! Everyone is messy!! You can never go wrong with a thriller that has short chapters and multiple POVs. The writing style wasn’t my fav, but the premise was fun! Narcissism on high alert 🤣. This book will keep you engaged and, even if the plot twist is predictable. Quick popcorn thriller to get you out of a reading slump. It may not be a literary masterpiece, but neither is Frieda McFadden 🤣. 3.5⭐️
Brian O'Sullivan has done it again!! A book that truly lives up to its name. Twists, turns and WTF moments galore. And that ending!!! Go grab your copy now.
One of my absolute favorite authors and a truly nice guy who engages with his readers. Thank you 😊
UNPUBLISH THIS. It is just objectively so bad. The writing, the story, the characters. Anyone who has rated this more than 2 stars needs their hard drive checked and their license revoked
Totally enjoyed the short chapters and how it helped move the story forward making you say, “I have time for one more 5 minute chapter.” Before I knew it, all 109 chapters were done!
4.25⭐️ This was a very fast paced book with lots of short chapters, which made it really easy to read. The twists and different points of view kept things interesting. Overall a fun and entertaining read.
It started off really good, I was hooked from chapter two. However, through the 4 points of views it became very repetitive often repeating the same events from the different views.
Love love love! The twists and the unpredictability was on point! It had me second guessing what I thought and I was NOT ready for half of what happened. The characters could have used some more developing… but the story it’s self made up for it.
New author for me! I was intrigued from the first page and it was a wild ride. I guess the right person prevailed in the end ... but I wish, for once, the bad guy won. Ha ha ha
I loved this one!!! Full of absolute chaos from start to finish, this book is a clusterf*ck of a read!
Fast-paced, multiple POV, toxic relationships, totally unhinged, unputdownable (I read it in one day), characters you love to hate, it’s everything you need in a book!!