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Title: a review from an unlikely reader
Review: I am a girl. An American girl. An American not-sportsy-in-any-way girl. So, to say that this book was not written for me is a bit of an understatement. Why in hell did I read it then? Because Nick Hornby wrote it. And I enjoyed it. Sure, it was interesting to get a glimpse into the footballing culture, but more so was his fascinating portrayal and dissection of obsession. His description of what it means to be a fan of something, is, sure hilarious, but it also strikes deeply into the core of this nerdy girl who waited in line, in costume, for six hours, for a film of guys wielding laser swords. Obsession/fandom becomes part of one's life, for better or for worse, guides us, builds our relationships, build us. And Hornby describes it perfectly and with affection and criticism. Grade: B+
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