lucysaurys 's review for:

The Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky

4.25

emotional reflective sad medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

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it's the perks. my greatest friend reccomended me this books half a decade ago and omg was she right, this wouldve changed my life, if only I read it, but no. a year ago I watched the movie and it was really good. but I now feel like I've outgrown this book but still omg Stephen Chbosky thank you so much you've written a masterpiece I love all the songs and books namedropping I will read and listen to all of them and I will still try to participate

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Adult/minor relationship, Alcoholism, Bullying, Child abuse, Drug abuse, Drug use, Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders, Pedophilia, Physical abuse, Self harm, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Sexual violence, Toxic relationship, Forced institutionalization, Grief, Pregnancy, Alcohol, Sexual harassment

Minor: Eating disorder