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A review by emhunsber
The Midnight Library by Matt Haig
challenging
dark
hopeful
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Haig writes into words the despair of depression, followed by the persistence of hope, all with a main character whose wit and humor shows through even at her most despairing. In his philosophical approach to finding a will to live, Haig does not fall prey to the quick fix cure of "just try to be happy," but instead walks a delicate line of balancing situational depression and mindful changes in perspective.
Graphic: Mental illness, Suicide attempt, Death of parent, Panic attacks/disorders, Self harm, Suicidal thoughts, and Suicide
Minor: Addiction, Alcohol, Alcoholism, Animal cruelty, Bullying, Cancer, Chronic illness, Grief, Panic attacks/disorders, Terminal illness, Sexual content, Sexual harassment, Drug use, Fire/Fire injury, Infidelity, Self harm, and Stalking