Gritty and real,
Dirt Face is both isolating and engaging at the same time. The author manages to generate such sympathy for the protagonist screwing up his life, with the clear indication that although he is making poor choices, he is intelligent enough to sustain poor choices. While the narrative in the first chapter seems aimless, this is a reflection of how aimless the protagonist is and doesn't detract from the story at all. I look forward to this character's journey.
Charles Moore