Blind Owl

I had zero expectations diving into this book. I picked it up for two reasons: it's only about 90 pages, and it's part of the Penguin Classics series. No regrets on that front because the novella really left me feeling sad and disturbed, which seems to be its intended tone.

I read The Metamorphosis by Kafka years ago, but I wasn't mature enough to fully grasp it back then. More recently, I read The Vegetarian by Han Kang, which also has that Kafkaesque feel, and while it disturbed me on some levels, it never truly resonated with me.

But Blind Owl spoke to me in unimaginable ways. I'm shocked to admit that I found myself agreeing with the narrator, and I'm not sure if that's a good or bad thing. One thing is for sure: if you're not in the best mental space, maybe skip this one. It definitely took a toll on me. But if you're into Kafkaesque literature, this book is a must-read. Now, excuse me while I book my therapy session...