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I would give you a summary of this fantastic book, but I don't want to give too much away. It's basically about a boy and his first year in high school. That's the one thing young readers need to watch out for because (I'm sorry to say) high school isn't exactly... uhmm...Read More
I would give you a summary of this fantastic book, but I don't want to give too much away. It's basically about a boy and his first year in high school. That's the one thing young readers need to watch out for because (I'm sorry to say) high school isn't exactly... uhmm... appropriate all the time, as shown in this book. The Perks of Being a Wallflower has very deep, easy to connect with characters and a plot that won't let you put the book down. Because of it's high school setting I wouldn't recommend this book for people under 13, but if you think you can handle the story without your parents flipping out too much, than go for it, cause this book will leave you with 100 hundred that aren't even yours. There are parts where you WILL cry (I guarantee it), parts where you will want to scream at the top of your lungs and not care who stares at you, and parts that will throw a smile on your face....not PUT a smile on ur face but that smile will THROW itself there. Pick up this book and read it NOW!!Show Less
posted by AGirlWhoHasFallen4Books on February 4, 2010
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3 out of 4 people found this review helpful.
Hooray for Charlie!
Why is it that "good" books for teens are always so heavy? This is a book that contains themes of suicide, depression, abortion, etc. Even though it was so dark and dreary, I did like it. It had an interesting format that I've never seen before that really helped to ...Read More
Why is it that "good" books for teens are always so heavy? This is a book that contains themes of suicide, depression, abortion, etc. Even though it was so dark and dreary, I did like it. It had an interesting format that I've never seen before that really helped to draw the reader in and feel part of the story. Charlie, the hero, was a WONDERFUL character. He is so unique and loveable. You just want to be his friend. I'm glad that I read it!Show Less
posted by MrPotter07 on January 25, 2009
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Posted February 4, 2010
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Read Review!!!!!!!
I would give you a summary of this fantastic book, but I don't want to give too much away. It's basically about a boy and his first year in high school. That's the one thing young readers need to watch out for because (I'm sorry to say) high school isn't exactly... uhmm... appropriate all the time, as shown in this book. The Perks of Being a Wallflower has very deep, easy to connect with characters and a plot that won't let you put the book down. Because of it's high school setting I wouldn't recommend this book for people under 13, but if you think you can handle the story without your parents flipping out too much, than go for it, cause this book will leave you with 100 hundred that aren't even yours. There are parts where you WILL cry (I guarantee it), parts where you will want to scream at the top of your lungs and not care who stares at you, and parts that will throw a smile on your face....not PUT a smile on ur face but that smile will THROW itself there. Pick up this book and read it NOW!!
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theReader278
Posted June 29, 2011
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Excellent Read!
I loved reading this wonderful book! It is a story that keeps you entertained for hours.
12 out of 12 people found this review helpful.
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I can't think of a title good enough to capture my feelings on the book.
It's difficult to express how I feel about this book in a typed review. In my head, I can, but it's hard to put together on a keyboard. I can say that I loved everything about it, but it feels like an understatement. I felt like I was a wallflower in Charlie's life, rather than Charlie being the wallflower in Sam and Patrick's. Toward the end of the book, I had a hard time convincing myself that I wasn't a part of this misfit group of Charlie's friends. This book made me cry. Hard. Not only because it was sad, but because it made me care. It's impossible not to care. Its heartbreaking yet simultaneously uplifting finale is the cherry on top of this slice of Charlie's life. Everything about this book, I love. But it's still a vast understatement.
10 out of 11 people found this review helpful.
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ive_got_a_theory
Posted July 27, 2009
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amazing
The Perks of Being a Wallflower takes you through the life of an amazing child. A bright young man growing up observing and watching, always writing letters to a person he merely saw at a party. This book will take you on a journey you won't soon forget. I definitely recommend this book to anyone who can read. Chbosky has a talent for capturing your attention and then earning it with his wonderful characters and story line. A MUST read!!!
8 out of 8 people found this review helpful.
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Anonymous
Posted May 30, 2009
Love this book!
I've read this book many times over the years, and recently bought it for a girl I know for her 15th b-day. It is actually good to read at any age, but as it is a "coming of age" story, teenagers in particular can enjoy it. I would highly recommend it to anyone who hasn't read it.
7 out of 8 people found this review helpful.
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Anonymous
Posted July 23, 2010
For Charlie
In honor of Charlie, I should read this book twice. This book never left my side.
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The Perks Of Being a Walflower(:
i LOVED this book, But what I loved most was Charlie.
I understood him and where he was coming from I related to this book SO much which is probably why i liked it so much. My best-friend gave it too me and said "Here read this, i'm possitive you'll like it, it reminded me of you in ways." So i gave it a try and i loved it. i couldn't put it down! (:
Read it, i'm sure you'll love it too!
it'll make you feel.......infinate<35 out of 5 people found this review helpful.
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pineconie
Posted July 30, 2010
original
I've loved this book for years, i lost my copy in a move and bought the ebook so i couldn't lose it again. there is so much that he is able to say in just a few words but those words go right to your heart and take ahold. The main character transcends gender lines to grasp each person who reads his story and you feel as though a mirror is being held up to that part of you that you've always wanted to understand but never quite did before. This book is superb and i've given it as gifts and re-read it yearly. It's an interesting and quick read but you'll learn what it means to feel infinite!
4 out of 4 people found this review helpful.
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The-Govna
Posted July 13, 2010
The BEST book I have ever read.
This is, by far, the best book I have ever read. I have read it literally six or seven times. Literally. I even bought two copies and I keep one out of reach so it will stay in perfect condition. It is an amazing read.
4 out of 4 people found this review helpful.
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Anonymous
Posted December 23, 2009
Amazing
This is my all time favorite book. I learned so much about life and learned how to view it differently. I've read this book about 15 times and each time I read it I feel like I learn something new. I've highlighted sentences, paragraphs, and even pages that I relate to and I pass it around to my friends and they do the same. I encourage everyone to read it, it will open your eyes.
3 out of 4 people found this review helpful.
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Absolutely Amazing
"The Perks of Being a Wallflower" was among the most beautifully written and touching books I have ever read. Though you never learn the true names of the characters and the anonymous person to whom Charlie (the main character) is writing to, the reader is still left with a satisfied feeling.
I loved every minute of this book and found myself crying with Charlie and laughing at the moments in this book I have expirienced and can relate to.
This is a must read for anyone.3 out of 3 people found this review helpful.
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Hooray for Charlie!
Why is it that "good" books for teens are always so heavy? This is a book that contains themes of suicide, depression, abortion, etc. Even though it was so dark and dreary, I did like it. It had an interesting format that I've never seen before that really helped to draw the reader in and feel part of the story. Charlie, the hero, was a WONDERFUL character. He is so unique and loveable. You just want to be his friend. I'm glad that I read it!
3 out of 4 people found this review helpful.
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Anonymous
Posted January 18, 2009
mrs. o'shane
i absolutly hate reading but i loved this book it reall kept my attention. the book actually related to me so i understood it alot better than the books we have to read in school. i really liked how it was written in letters so i could put the book down and understand it when i picked it back up later. the perks of being a wall flower had a great story and message and it was an easy read. i would deffinatly recomend it to my friends.
3 out of 3 people found this review helpful.
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My new favorite book!
As a freshmen in high school i feel like i can relate to this book very much. It also has opened my eyes up to what some people at my school may be feeling inside that i just haven't noticed. Charlie is a very smart and caring boy. And im glad that my teacher let me borrow this book so i could join Charlie on his journey as a freshmen in school. Where he experiences high school stuff like sex, drugs, parties, meeting new people and losing people. It's a really good book and i reccomend it to all the hipsters and teenagers out there.
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Anonymous
Posted August 3, 2010
I loved this book!
I have purchased this book, given it to friends, and repurchased it several times. I just feel like I always need to have a copy. I have reread it every time I need to feel what freshmnan year of highschool was all about. For better or worse this book dredges up the actual physical feelings of high school.
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Anonymous
Posted July 1, 2010
Review for "Perks of Being a Wallflower"
You get sucked into Charlie's life and you can relate to how he feels and some of the things he does. He's strange and relatable all at the same time. It will either completely go over your head or it'll seep in and make you think. I highly recommend this book but for a more mature reader.
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aj95
Posted December 16, 2009
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Wow
I literally just finished reading this book and I have to say, I it is now my favorite book. It's a roller coaster of emotions while you're reading this. I identify with Charlie in a lot of ways and this is why the book speaks to me. "The Perks.." Deals with a lot of issues that a lot of high school students have to deal with, all the time: self-worth, suicide, introvertism/shyness, homosexuality, social status, you name it in this book. "The Perks." is about a boy named Charlie who writes letters to the reader, about his freshman year: making new friends, dealing with his family and coming to terms with the loss of his aunt and his best friend. This is such an amazing book. As the reader it's like you are Charlie and you feel and experience everything he does. Stephen Chbosky is a brilliant writer and "The Perks. " will not disappoint.
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It will leave you feeling good about yourself.
I'm always looking for a good book to read and I came across this one online.I read what it was about and then I read the reviews to it,I thought it would be a crappy book but it was pretty good.The book is about a teenager named charlie who has a hard time adjusting to life after his aunt dies.So since he can't talk about his feelings with his family he decides to write letters to an unknown person.It's also about the problems teenagers go through in High school, with their families and friends.Thrust me I wouldn't be wasting my time on writing a review for this book if it sucked.It's a definite buy.
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fantastic book!!!
this is one of the best books ive read in awhile!!! theres soo many things in the story that i can relate to. charlie, the main character, is so likeable. chboskys writing style is authentic since it is told from 15 year old charlies point of view. his story is both warming and touching at the same time. i defintely consider this one of my favorite books of all time. one that i can definitely read more than once (and thats saying something for me). just read it, youll luv it!!!
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xnemo
Posted January 8, 2009
Great Life Awakening Book
The Perks of Being a Wallflower is a great book that holds a deep meaning. A comedy about friendships, influences and grief coming from the point of view from an outcast . Recommended for all young adults. This Page turner makes you want to read it over again. Four thumbs way up!
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