His realism is sometimes so compelling, that you are almost persuaded that Dahl is telling a true story, and are left wondering whether or not the story is fact or fiction a remarkable accomplishment for a fiction writer!ĭahl’s interest is sometimes dark and off-colour, and his constant fascination with the morbid and ugly makes this book suitable only for mature readers. His brilliant imagination travels far and wide to places and events you have never imagined possible, and yet which are not fantastic but entirely believable because of his compelling realism. He has a wicked imagination, and has the uncanny ability to stretch it beyond the borders of the normal, picturing ordinary details in a most vivid and elaborate manner. “The Best of Roald Dahl” proves that Dahl is also brilliant at writing short stories on a more adult level. Roald Dahl is probably most famous as a popular children’s writer, and is much loved by young readers world-wide for his contribution to children’s literature with “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory”, and many other favourites. Short story master: Supremely shocking, surprising, and satisfying. This review was written by Godly Gadfly for.
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