A review by tayy_milly
The Banned Books Club by Brenda Novak

dark emotional hopeful sad tense 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? Yes

4.25

Wow this book was not what I expected but I really liked it! It discussed a lot of icky topics (such as discussed in banned books) like domestic abuse, the death of a sick parent, assault, verbal abuse, child molestation. However, it also spoke about hope, overcoming fear, forgiveness, and finding love in unusual places. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Bullying, Cancer, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Gun violence, Infidelity, Physical abuse, Terminal illness, Toxic relationship, Violence, Death of parent, Gaslighting

Moderate: Adult/minor relationship, Sexual assault

Minor: Alcoholism, Alcohol