51 pages • 1 hour read
AnonymousDiary of an Oxygen Thief
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
Diary of an Oxygen Thief by Anonymous follows an unnamed Irish advertising executive in London who recounts his destructive relationships with women, whom he subjects to psychological trauma for amusement. After spiraling into alcoholism, he enters AA, finds stability but becomes disillusioned, and meets Aisling, who ultimately enacts his karmic retribution. The narrator's retrospective account reflects his narcissism and paranoia, complicating the narrative's reliability. The novel includes themes of psychological abuse, alcoholism, and violence.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Diary of an Oxygen Thief by Anonymous has polarized readers. Positive reviews commend its raw, honest exploration of psychological themes and its unfiltered portrayal of a flawed protagonist. Critics, however, decry its often disturbing content and the lack of character development. Its confessional style captivates some but alienates others, resulting in a divisive reception.
Who Should Read Diary of an Oxygen Thief?
Readers who enjoyed Catcher in the Rye by J.D. Salinger or Choke by Chuck Palahniuk will appreciate Diary of an Oxygen Thief. The book appeals to those drawn to raw, confessional narratives exploring themes of pain, vengeance, and the complexities of human relationships. Ideal for readers who prefer honest, unflinching prose.
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