A review by bizarabooks
Dear Evan Hansen: The Novel by Val Emmich

emotional reflective sad medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.25

If you are a fan of the musical you will deeply appreciate this book, it dives deeper in to some of the characters, especially Evan and Connor. I thought the parts from Connor's perspective added to the story and actually gave more insight in to what Connor was like. I also think the book painted the picture well in terms of Evan's moral compass and how that changes as the story develops. However, I thought that the book would perhaps hold Evan more accountable for his actions but instead he faces no consequences for the trauma he caused the Murphy family. He faces guilt but literally nothing else. However I thought that Evan telling Zoe about Miguel was showing that he was trying to help in some way but at the same time it was more to make himself feel less guilty. Overall I liked the book and on audible at moments Zoe is singing which was a nice aspect but thought the book could have delved deeper in to addressing the pain Evan causes.
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