Boring but Relatable
The Mezzanine may have been one of the most relatable yet boring books I have read recently. It was very relatable in the sense that the narrator Howie spoke in a natural, laid back tone and discussed simple topics that we experience in everyday life. However, I don't think this trait was enough to make this book worthwhile the read. It's reasonable to argue that having similar views as your audience can create a more engaging relationship in real life scenarios, however, it doesn't cross over as effectively for me when put on paper. Even though Nicholson Baker uses the clever technique of using "you" instead of "I" to involve his reader even further, I still felt the heavy presence of Howie telling me his story rather than him encouraging me to reach back into my own memories of similar moments to his. Hearing the same types of ideas, language, and tone used over and over by one person gets repetitive and boring fast in real life and on paper. I will g...