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Dymer by C.S. Lewis
2.75
If fever dreams were to be summed up in a story, it would be this. (I still have no idea what this poem was about.)
The Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I'm fully convinced that if I could rate this book any higher, I would. This book ruined me. I've never read any book as fast as I've read this in my life. Our main character Charlie is the sweetest boy in all of existence. He's so wonderfully written that you feel motherly towards him, and yet relate to him all at the same time. Not to mention, he has the music taste of a guardian angel with a heart of gold. I'll probably read this again. It has a feeling to it like no other. A disturbing contemporary for sure, but worthy of the modern classic distinction.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Adult/minor relationship, Drug use, Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders, Sexual content, Grief, and Alcohol
Moderate: Child abuse, Death, Rape, Self harm, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Suicide, and Sexual harassment
Minor: Cursing, Homophobia, Car accident, Abortion, and Pregnancy
Shadow and Bone by Leigh Bardugo
adventurous
emotional
funny
mysterious
medium-paced
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
2.5
As desperately as I tried to compel myself to love this book, I could not. Being chock-full of generic tropes, it was honestly difficult for me to enjoy it without sighing into my palm half the time. A love triangle with a friend and an enemy? Really? Not to mention this story had a Mary Sue-ish "chosen one" protagonist. I understand that perhaps genres like that in the early 2010s were in vogue, but I couldn't help picturing what I was reading as an excruciatingly predictable fanfiction. Also, I could never wrap my head around the Darkling or his "killer move" the Cut. I mean, those names are awful! I'd say the only saving grace this novel had to offer was some of its comedic value.
Spirits in Bondage: A Cycle of Lyrics by C.S. Lewis
dark
reflective
4.0
It is incredibly interesting to read C. S. Lewis' work before his conversion. His poetic genius is clearly apparent long before giving his life to Christ, and his spiritual journey is a joy to unravel.
Bridge to Terabithia by Katherine Paterson
emotional
reflective
sad
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
"Bridge to Terabithia" continues to stand as one of the most outstanding contemporary stories ever written. As an undeniable classic that even spans two stunningly accurate film adaptations, I believe the story will keep living as it should. For generations to come, tears will be shed and hearts will find healing in this moving tale of closure.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child death and Death
Those We Bury Back: A Haunted House Story by Tom Leveen, Tom Leveen
dark
medium-paced
3.5
Made me reevaluate my relationship with my parents. Fucking terrifying—loved it.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child abuse
Hunting for Hidden Gold by Franklin W. Dixon
adventurous
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Loveable characters? Yes
3.5
There's really nothing like a classic Hardy Boys mystery is there? Although aimed towards younger boys, I still found myself enjoying this book immensely. I could be nitpicky and say I didn't like the constantly fast pacing or the cliffhangers at the end of every chapter, but I essentially liked everything else.
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.0
The Rime of the Ancient Mariner by Samuel Taylor Colefidge, Samuel Taylor Colefidge
medium-paced
3.0
One stanza pretty much summarizes the whole thing, but this is an entrancing poem. The story is worthwhile and Gustave Doré's art is next level.