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A review by m_h_dahl
Turtles All the Way Down by John Green
5.0
5 stars ✨🥰
Some books have this rare yet magical ability to sneak into your heart. John Green's ‘Turtles All the Way Down’ is one such book.
Aza Holmes, a teenage girl with an inner struggle that few can understand; She’s smart, brave, and strong, but she battles relentless thoughts that drive her to the brink of desperation. This isn’t your average, ‘I’m worried about the exam’ type of anxiety. No, Aza lives in an eternal web of obsessions and rituals that dictate her everyday life.
So, what makes ‘Turtles All the Way Down’ so important when it comes to OCD?
John Green gives the book a raw and authentic feel. His portrayal of Aza's thought patterns and behaviors is frighteningly real. He describes how OCD isn’t just about washing hands repeatedly or organizing things in a particular way. It’s a constant battle against a voice in your head that never shuts up. This is a book that says, "I see you, I understand you," to everyone dealing with similar challenges.
In a world where mental disorders are often shrouded in stigma and misunderstanding, ‘Turtles All the Way Down’ provides a crucial opportunity to raise awareness. Through Aza, we get a window into the life of someone with OCD, and we learn how debilitating and paralyzing this disorder can be. It’s not just a 'quirky' trait; it’s a serious condition that requires understanding and empathy from those around them.
Aza isn’t just a character with OCD; she’s a living, breathing person with dreams, hopes, and fears. She’s someone you can relate to, and this makes her disorder even more tangible. Green manages to balance the dark and heavy with humor and hope, making the story both heart-wrenching and uplifting.
We live in a time where it’s easy to feel isolated and misunderstood, especially if you have a mental disorder. Books like ‘Turtles All the Way Down’ build bridges between people; they invite empathy and understanding. They remind us that we all have our battles, visible or invisible, and that it’s important to listen, understand, and support each other, and I loved everything about this book.
To borrow Aza's own words, sometimes just knowing that others are also standing in the midst of chaos is enough to make you feel a little less alone.
Some books have this rare yet magical ability to sneak into your heart. John Green's ‘Turtles All the Way Down’ is one such book.
Aza Holmes, a teenage girl with an inner struggle that few can understand; She’s smart, brave, and strong, but she battles relentless thoughts that drive her to the brink of desperation. This isn’t your average, ‘I’m worried about the exam’ type of anxiety. No, Aza lives in an eternal web of obsessions and rituals that dictate her everyday life.
So, what makes ‘Turtles All the Way Down’ so important when it comes to OCD?
John Green gives the book a raw and authentic feel. His portrayal of Aza's thought patterns and behaviors is frighteningly real. He describes how OCD isn’t just about washing hands repeatedly or organizing things in a particular way. It’s a constant battle against a voice in your head that never shuts up. This is a book that says, "I see you, I understand you," to everyone dealing with similar challenges.
In a world where mental disorders are often shrouded in stigma and misunderstanding, ‘Turtles All the Way Down’ provides a crucial opportunity to raise awareness. Through Aza, we get a window into the life of someone with OCD, and we learn how debilitating and paralyzing this disorder can be. It’s not just a 'quirky' trait; it’s a serious condition that requires understanding and empathy from those around them.
Aza isn’t just a character with OCD; she’s a living, breathing person with dreams, hopes, and fears. She’s someone you can relate to, and this makes her disorder even more tangible. Green manages to balance the dark and heavy with humor and hope, making the story both heart-wrenching and uplifting.
We live in a time where it’s easy to feel isolated and misunderstood, especially if you have a mental disorder. Books like ‘Turtles All the Way Down’ build bridges between people; they invite empathy and understanding. They remind us that we all have our battles, visible or invisible, and that it’s important to listen, understand, and support each other, and I loved everything about this book.
To borrow Aza's own words, sometimes just knowing that others are also standing in the midst of chaos is enough to make you feel a little less alone.