A review by avareadsoccasionally
The Catcher in the Rye by J.D. Salinger

challenging emotional funny medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

I thought this book was really interesting to read. A lot of people don't like it because they don't like the main character. However, for me, I think not liking the main character is kinda the point. Holden is mentally ill with seemingly no one in his life who he feels as though he can trust/confide in. I think that by trying too hard to like him, people miss the point of the story and his journey with his mental health and relationships throughout the book. 
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