Leaving Las Vegas by John O'Brien
In this poignant and haunting narrative, the story follows Ben, a disillusioned alcoholic who decides to spend his final days in Las Vegas, intent on drinking himself to death. Amidst the neon lights and chaotic allure of the city, he encounters Sera, a resilient and compassionate prostitute, who becomes an unexpected companion in his journey of self-destruction. As their lives intertwine, they form a deep, albeit unconventional, bond that offers a glimpse of solace and understanding in their otherwise tumultuous existences. The novel explores themes of despair, redemption, and the human capacity for connection even in the darkest of times.
- Published
- 1995
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 189-200
- Original Language
- English
- Avg User Rating
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(3.0)
- Alternate Titles
- None
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