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15 reviews
The Secret History by Donna Tartt
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcohol, Alcoholism, Chronic illness, Death, Drug abuse, Drug use, Gaslighting, Grief, and Murder
Moderate: Domestic abuse, Homophobia, Incest, Physical abuse, Suicide, Suicide attempt, Animal death, and Panic attacks/disorders
Minor: Rape
The Bell Jar by Sylvia Plath
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Mental illness, Racism, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, and Suicide attempt
Moderate: Sexual assault, Sexual harassment, and Sexual violence
The Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Drug use and Mental illness
Moderate: Homophobia, Sexual assault, Rape, and Bullying
Minor: Physical abuse
The Celestine Prophecy: An Adventure by James Redfield
adventurous
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Home Body by Rupi Kaur
emotional
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
3.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Racism
Minor: Rape
East of Eden by John Steinbeck
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racial slurs and Racism
Moderate: Murder and Suicide
Minor: Gun violence