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jessymessy's review against another edition
dark
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
I love the concept of this book, but feel the themes were too plainly stated, which took away from their impact. Despite the blatantly cheesy moments, I overall enjoyed the world-building and character development. The beginning was a lot to take in, but the pacing quickly picked up and kept me turning to the next page.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicide
acook1987's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicide, Animal death, and Death
lydderbox's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Mental illness, Suicide attempt, Death of parent, Suicide, and Suicidal thoughts
leanne_books's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Self harm, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, and Suicide attempt
millielo's review against another edition
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
fast-paced
4.75
Content Warnings
Minor: Death, Self harm, Mental illness, Suicide attempt, Suicidal thoughts, and Suicide
siobhan_aislinn's review against another edition
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Suicide
chelseycintronn's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, and Suicide attempt
stephdavis's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
I was both skeptical and nervous about starting The Midnight Library when I saw the first page was a quote from Sylvia Plath.
However, those feelings were quickly dispelled as Haig has an uncanny ability to cover difficult topics with a sense of comfort and hopefulness.
I don’t think the book would be for everyone, and is particularly suited to a particular mindset. But I sense Haig intended it to be read in a state of change, similar to the one I currently find myself in so I was wholly immersed.
He may be one of the few people who force me to break my ‘No Male Authors’ rule.
However, those feelings were quickly dispelled as Haig has an uncanny ability to cover difficult topics with a sense of comfort and hopefulness.
I don’t think the book would be for everyone, and is particularly suited to a particular mindset. But I sense Haig intended it to be read in a state of change, similar to the one I currently find myself in so I was wholly immersed.
He may be one of the few people who force me to break my ‘No Male Authors’ rule.
Content Warnings
Minor: Suicide
book_realm_roamer's review against another edition
inspiring
reflective
sad
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicide
pickletheshark's review against another edition
emotional
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
This book was intense honestly it was deep dark and the overall topic was sweet but the whole story devastating
Content Warnings
Minor: Suicide, Suicide attempt, and Suicidal thoughts