A review by jedore
The Midnight Library by Matt Haig

emotional funny hopeful inspiring reflective sad fast-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

"'Sometimes regrets aren't based on fact at all. Sometimes regrets are just...' She searched for the appropriate term and found it. 'A load of bullshit.'"

This book was recommended to me to help restore my faith in humanity. While it didn't quite hit that mark, it did help restore my faith in myself. (Even better!)

This was a fast, but profound, read for me. I couldn't put it down! Any well written book that changes my perspective in some way gets a 5-star outta me and this one checked both of those boxes. 

What shifted? The "grass is greener" thing is totally wiped out when we realize that: 1) we are the same core person in every single one of our alternative lives, and 2) the potential to change almost everything (including our perspective) lives inside of us NOW. 

This is a fabulous book to read...and to gift to others. It's especially helpful for anyone who suffers from depression and/or has contemplated/attempted suicide. 
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