A review by nahochacon
The Midnight Library by Matt Haig

adventurous dark emotional hopeful inspiring reflective medium-paced

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

3.75

I might love this sub-genre of people finding life is okay. Through some philosophical lessons, a bit of magic realism and a heartwarming lesson the Midnight Library is just one of those books who gives hope and perspective to everyone who goes through its pages. 

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Death, Mental illness, Suicide, Suicide attempt, Addiction, Alcohol, and Death of parent

Minor: Death of parent, Homophobia, Medical content, Terminal illness, and Toxic relationship