Ecstasy Club: A Novel

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Summary: Douglas Rushkoff: a wanna be
Review: This book tells the tale of a group of young intelligent people who move into an old piano factory and run a night club there (although some fanatic fans might say I didn't understand the whole idea of the book if i call it "a club") while experimenting with mind twisting drugs and some electronic equipment (I never thought I'll actually see software "name dropping"...) on their way to discover the "ultimate" truth. I must admit that I have never read any other book by D. Rushkoff and it is very well possible that as a researcher he might be a valuable assent to all those who wish to explore and understand the whole Gen-X (ecstasy culture or any other name that has been tagged to young people's culture in the nineties) thing, but after reading this book there is no chance that I will even come near one of his books. this book is one of the most superficial and narcissistic books I have ever read, apart from the fact that non of the characters have any kind of depth but they all just clichés created by people such as Rushkoff himself. but the story teller (who is with no doubt the writer himself, or what the writer would like to be...) who is just an observer most of the story, with a very keen eye and a skeptic, almost realistic point of view, spends most of his time staring at his muscles or trying (and of course succeeding) to get laid. in addition to that he eventually doesn't even imply that the whole concept of the "ecstasy club" is fake (which the whole book builds up to) instead he just gets rid of all the characters that were in his way to his loved one's heart. basically this book proves that Rushkoff still haven't achieved the maturity one must have to write a book worth reading, if you are a teenager looking for a cheap thrill, dreaming of a decadent and worthless future this book is perfect for you, otherwise, don't even bother looking at it.

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Summary: I hate one liners
Review: Well, I just finished reading the book and am in an orgasmic after-glow. Yeah, Ecstasy Club was a trip. Hope Rushkoff writes some more novels.

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Summary: Simply an excellent read
Review: Well, you have to notice that people either love or hate this book. That means it generated a strong emotional response either way, which for an author, is always a goal. I simply loved it. If you read through expecting all of it to be realistic, you'll be disappointed. If you read through expecting a wild romp with some unforgettable scenes describing the philosophy of the 90's "rave culture" - you'll enjoy yourself quite a bit. Keep in mind that the book is narrated from a perspective of a person who is rather heavily drugged most of the time - I think the people who state that it is not 'believable' are missing the point completely. This book was a page turner that kept me up all night until I read it, start to finish. Simply an incredible piece of work, and I would urge any open minded people to give it a chance. The writing style is crisp and easy to follow, making it an even more enjoyable read. One of the best books I've picked up in weeks. Five stars, all the way.

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Summary: What a waste
Review: What a waste of time and effort. From the pointless descriptions of tacky sex, to the neverending unrealistically smart characters, this book clearly wants to be something else.

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Summary: The book was great
Review: While the book was not especially charecter driven some old ideas were writen in some new and inventive ways. I consider it to be more so great example of a writer expounding upon his philosophy. Then a great work of fiction...Easy to enjoy mental candy.