I'm a 35-year-old gay man reconnecting with reading after a long break and looking for fiction that immediately grabs me. I’m drawn to sharp satire, dark humor, absurd scenarios, and biting social commentary, especially featuring larger-than-life personalities reminiscent of Moira Rose (Schitt’s Creek) or Jennifer Coolidge.
I love stories centered around affluent, dysfunctional, and socially oblivious characters behaving badly, with similar vibes to Succession, Veep, White Lotus, and Schitt’s Creek. Favorite movies include The Birdcage and Bridesmaids.
Preferences:
- Fiction, especially dark comedies or thrillers
- Fast-paced, edgy, sharp narratives
- Satire with a strong focus on class and social dynamics
- Short to medium-length contemporary novels
- Set in contemporary time
I generally avoid:
- Sci-fi, fantasy, horror, romance
- Slow, introspective literary fiction
- Anything overly sweet or wholesome
Queer themes are great, as long as romance isn't the main focus.
Thanks in advance for your recommendations!
by veg-1