The Perks Of Being A Wallflower
by Stephen Chbosky
Plot:
Charlie, an awkward teenager, is a
"wallflower" a shy boy who prefers to watch rather than get involved.
That is until two students become his mentors. Patrick and his free-spirited
stepsister Sam show Charlie how to view things from a different perspective.
How to enjoy music, first loves, and the overall joy of having true friends.
When his teacher helps make his dream of being a writer a reality Charlie is
ravished with happiness. That is until his two friends graduate and his
confidence starts to fade.
My thoughts:
I was given this book as a gift in April. I had
heard about it a long time before as well as watching a snippet of the newly
produced movie when my friends were watching it on the airplane. I never really
knew what it was about and it didn't really appeal to me. That was until I
started reading and couldn't put down the book. I was quickly able to relate to
Charlie (being a high school student who was once very shy). The realism and
detail in the novel is strong throughout the novel pulling readers like myself
to forget about reality and stay up all night reading. Charlie's life has many
twists and turns and shows just how tough life can be. With the diary format of
the book, it’s easy to understand not only Charlie's words but his thoughts and
feelings. This book often reminded me of the strong bonds and quirky adventures
in Paper Towns, although the more serious topics, as well as format
separated the two novels. The one and only downside to the novel in my opinion
is not shedding light to the fate of a few sub-characters. Overall great read,
and tremendously relatable.
Overall rating: 8 ½ books / 10 (I highly recommend this to any
teenage student who has had ups and downs. So basically everyone).
reviewed by I. F., Grade 10 Scona student
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