A review by katierosecrane
Flowers for Algernon by Daniel Keyes

challenging emotional inspiring reflective sad tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

I love that this book was written in 1958. Gives great perspective on psychology of special needs/lower IQ individuals. Great book for discussions. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Animal cruelty, Suicidal thoughts, Alcohol, Forced institutionalization, Cursing, Dementia, Domestic abuse, Alcoholism, Animal death, Emotional abuse, Toxic relationship, Abandonment, Ableism, Mental illness, Self harm, Schizophrenia/Psychosis , Sexual content, Sexual harassment, Bullying, Panic attacks/disorders, Pregnancy, Toxic friendship, Stalking, Medical trauma, and Child abuse