A review by gillthequill
The Midnight Library by Matt Haig

dark emotional reflective sad 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

2.0

This was a weird read. For much of the story, I was uncomfortable in ways that were hard to verbalize. I kept getting vibes of a mix between "It's a Wonderful Life" and "Everything Everywhere All at Once." Between the strange mood of the first third of the novel, the asides for deep philosophizing that reminded me of Ayn Rand's work, and the weird steps that takes Nora to the novel's conclusion, this book just didn't hit me. I had heard it was an uplifting and good story, but I was disappointed. Luckily, the book was an easy read and quick to get through, so if the premise of experiencing alternate versions of yourself appeals to you, give it a shot. 
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