A review by blau_elmo
The Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky

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

4.0

A coming of age story that features the complexities of navigating friendships and relationships whilst dealing with social awkwardness.
I appreciate how we know that Charlie's aunt had sexually abused him as a child, but it was not explicitly revealed until the end.


The character development of Charlie throughout the story is thorough and slow - sure, he is annoying at times, but that is accurate to how you would expect a confused, growing teen to act.

Overall an enjoyable read.
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