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3.41 AVERAGE
3.41 AVERAGE
I had to listen to the audiobook on YT for this one because you can't buy it in print anymore. The author banned this book and it makes sense why. Great listen.
dark
emotional
informative
reflective
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Wow this one is a shocker after reading carrie.
Well is it though? This books seems to be a straightforward story about a school shooter before the famous columbine mass shooting occurred. However that's just the superficial stage for a much more deeper dive into human psyche.
I really think it's pretty intriguing and very interspective on how the thin line between someone who is mentally screwed and someone who by all means is the all American popular strong jock not be so different. It's a commentary on how what exactly makes one sane. What makes one human what trauma(big and small) does to the psyche. Who's crazier or more evil Brandon Thompson the insurance ceo who killed hundreds by denying Healthcare playing the greedy mass murderer or his murderer Luigi mangione?
It brings to question who really is moral? As the book portrays even the nerdiest or goodie goodie students have their dark and inhumane or immoral sides. It's not the Mc who in the end causes the most harm it's those who on the outside are called victims as pretentious as they admit so early on. In the end like in the modern example of Luigi the victims of being held as hostages support the Mc during and after the fact.
In an age with more understanding on trauma and their consequences this novel still holds true on the lack of understanding and treatment of the mind. This was written. Way before the school shooting was a thing and before all the bs that comes with it. It is a shame this book was for all terms and purposes censored by as I understand it not being printed anymore.
Like Carrie I think this book delves into the psyche of the dark haze and mist of being a teenager or human in general and how thin and pretentious society and morality is seen.
I enjoyed it Alot and never thought it would be so thought provoking. It made me question my already critical views on humanity, society and morality. The ending wasn't as cliffhanger based and annoying as Carrie's was but, It still let's you wonder what happened to Charlie and his parents?
Well is it though? This books seems to be a straightforward story about a school shooter before the famous columbine mass shooting occurred. However that's just the superficial stage for a much more deeper dive into human psyche.
I really think it's pretty intriguing and very interspective on how the thin line between someone who is mentally screwed and someone who by all means is the all American popular strong jock not be so different. It's a commentary on how what exactly makes one sane. What makes one human what trauma(big and small) does to the psyche. Who's crazier or more evil Brandon Thompson the insurance ceo who killed hundreds by denying Healthcare playing the greedy mass murderer or his murderer Luigi mangione?
It brings to question who really is moral? As the book portrays even the nerdiest or goodie goodie students have their dark and inhumane or immoral sides. It's not the Mc who in the end causes the most harm it's those who on the outside are called victims as pretentious as they admit so early on. In the end like in the modern example of Luigi the victims of being held as hostages support the Mc during and after the fact.
In an age with more understanding on trauma and their consequences this novel still holds true on the lack of understanding and treatment of the mind. This was written. Way before the school shooting was a thing and before all the bs that comes with it. It is a shame this book was for all terms and purposes censored by as I understand it not being printed anymore.
Like Carrie I think this book delves into the psyche of the dark haze and mist of being a teenager or human in general and how thin and pretentious society and morality is seen.
I enjoyed it Alot and never thought it would be so thought provoking. It made me question my already critical views on humanity, society and morality. The ending wasn't as cliffhanger based and annoying as Carrie's was but, It still let's you wonder what happened to Charlie and his parents?
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Mental illness, Mass/school shootings, Schizophrenia/Psychosis
dark
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Ein etwas aus der Zeit gefallenes, düsteres Psychospiel unter Teenagern. Sehr packend und man fliegt durch das Buch. Trotzdem hätt man dad Potential dieser besonderen Situation mehr ausnutzen können.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Mass/school shootings
Moderate: Emotional abuse
Minor: Sexual content
dark
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
3 ⭐️
I'm sure it appeals to some people.
I thought it was written well but just wasn't that great.
I'm sure it appeals to some people.
I thought it was written well but just wasn't that great.
[1.5] Everyone who knows me knows that Stephen King is my favorite author. And I know this was apparently written when he was a teenager but MY GOD did I hate this. For one none of the characters acted like real people in the situation they were in. And the ending was pure shit. What was that? And on top of all of that.....its hella boring. I think I have found my least favorite SK book in this. Glad I read it since it's no longer in print but I do not recommend this at all.
Having a creepy fascination with psychoanalysis of school shooters, I felt I should read this to see what all the fuss was about back in the day. After tracking down a copy, I came to the conclusion that there isn't any fuss. Boring.
dark
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Well, I'm glad I was finally able to satisfy my Rage curiosity but I have to say, I don't think this one's a lost classic or anything.
Really enjoyed this book! I thought Charlie kept the reader hooked all the way through to the end. Some of SK best writing. I really though the ending was great as well and a lot of times I’m not so thrilled with the ending so that’s always a plus...on to The Dark Tower Series Next!
That was thought provoking. Somehow still really rooted in the current world events, after so many years.