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jasminrain 's review for:
The Perks of Being a Wallflower
by Stephen Chbosky
challenging
emotional
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I've wanted to read this book for ages but I don't think I really ever understood how big of a cult classic it was and how big of an impact it has had on pop culture. It was fascinating to bump into phrases that I keep seeing and hearing all over social media that originated from this story. While it wasn't the most groundbreaking book I have ever read in my life, I think it would have been if I had read it fifteen years ago when I was still a teenager and topics that this book touched on were less explored in YA.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Domestic abuse, Homophobia, Mental illness, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Sexual violence, Grief, Schizophrenia/Psychosis
Moderate: Bullying, Death, Drug use, Suicide, Toxic relationship, Car accident, Pregnancy, Alcohol
Minor: Medical content