Wednesday 31 October 2012

Blogger Book Club!

Hey all!

I'm once again doing a new link-up, Blogger Book Club!





This month's book is The Perks of Being a Wallflower 

Contrary to what most of the reviews have been, I actually really liked this book! I originally wanted to read it after seeing the trailer for the movie, which looked really good. I'm definitely a person who likes to read the books before movies, so I purchased the book online. The photo above is my own copy :)

First off, I think the characters in the book are really well-developed. The main character Charlie is so observant, and the things he does for his friends are super-sweet. I got a bit teary at one particular moment when they all exchange christmas gifts. There are moments where you find yourself wanting to jump into the pages and slap him, but for the most part I liked that he was so caring and loyal to his friends, and to his family. I do agree that the ending was a little bit lacking though, considering Charlie's development throughout the story. 

A lot of the reviews I have read are quite negative about the book's subject matter. It does deal with some pretty heavy topics like abortion and sexual abuse - but in my opinion, I think it is good that the author isn't afraid to write about such things. I also don't have a problem with the book being aimed at young adults - I think teenagers need to learn that horrible things do happen to some people and that the world isn't always a happy place. 

Overall, I loved this book, and I am glad that I own my own copy. I will probably end up reading it again. My final grade is an A! :)

Excited to find out what next month's book will be! 

xoxo Rach

4 comments:

  1. Thanks so much for posting and being apart of the book club! Its awesome to see that there are people who were on the "A" side instead of the "F" side for this book. Its crazy how its completely one way or the other with this book! I'm really excited to actually read it and see where I stand. P.S. I'm your newest follower and cannot wait to get to know you better through the book club!

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    1. Thanks! I'm glad I started book club! I love books can be so personal for each person, but also bring people together. Can't wait for the next book :)

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  2. Thanks for linking up and participating! I do love that this book did appeal to some people and that some who read it ended up really liking it!

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  3. yay, i loved it too! and i totally agree that teens shouldn't be sheltered from those kinds of issues.

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