Lolita by Vladimir Nabokov

() Though the viewpoint of this novel is quite unique, the writing itself just doesn't cut it.

I've never had the chance to read anything from a pedophile's, or [adult] rapist's perspective. This was an interesting change, but not quite as intriguing as I had hoped for.

The main character refers to pubescent, female, potential victims as "nymphets" - which is something in itself. Also, it notes him being similarly sexually abused as a child by his priest/pastor, so this might be the point where his pedophilia ideals stemmed from. He further analyzes himself, and says he favors the security of such an unequal partnership. And he does continue to have feelings of 'love' for his Lolita, even when she is no longer 'ripe' at age 17. Like I said, interesting, but not enthralling.

Even during the points of violence and revenge, I was not particularly enticed. Stopped reading quite a lot, actually. I know this is one of those goth classics that odd readers are supposed to love, but I just don't.