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A review by prairieraven
The Midnight Library by Matt Haig
challenging
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
I waited to read this one. I was hesitant. I love stories about books and libraries... this was different. It was a dark theme (mental health, suicide, substance abuse, terminal illness) which I think the point of the book was about how life can change from dark places and changing perspectives. It was alright, I am not sure if I'd read it again. I'll wait and see, the only other books of Matt Haigs I have read were children's books and so I think it could also be the shock of different genres of writing (kid vs adult, light-hearted vs heavy topic)
Minor: Alcoholism, Cancer, Drug abuse, Drug use, Emotional abuse, Infidelity, Mental illness, Misogyny, Panic attacks/disorders, Suicidal thoughts, Terminal illness, Toxic relationship, Stalking, Suicide attempt, Death of parent, Pregnancy, and Abandonment