A review by itsjustkatereading
Lonely Castle in the Mirror by Mizuki Tsujimura

emotional hopeful mysterious medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.5

I had no idea what to expect from this book going into it and I’m so glad because this was such a beautiful surprise. An emotional and entirely charming story of adolescent mental health, friendships, bullying and healing, The Lonely Castle in the Mirror truly swept me away.  It was, at times, painfully relatable but warmed my heart to its core. Equal parts heartbreaking and hopeful, this is a book for all those whose school days weren’t filled with the joys of childhood they deserved.
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