lydias1 's review for:

The Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky

5.0

challenging emotional hopeful inspiring reflective relaxing sad 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

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One of my favourite books; a treat to re-read. I love it so much and it feels so comfortable to read it. It makes me feel so seen and accepted - even when I don’t relate to the characters I feel like I can bring my whole self to this book. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Adult/minor relationship, Child abuse, Drug use, Homophobia, Mental illness, Pedophilia, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Suicide, Abortion, Alcohol

Moderate: Addiction, Alcoholism, Domestic abuse, Drug abuse, Hate crime, Panic attacks/disorders, Grief

Minor: Infidelity, Car accident