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Reader reviewed by Emily

I've had mixed thoughts about this novel. I bought it because I liked the cover (yes, I know, I do it too much). It turned out to be a bit overstated, perhaps even angsty,,,,,,,,However, the story was rather unique and intriguing.

The plot follows a naive adolescent bookworm in his first year of high school. Just entering the world of (literally) sex, drugs, and rock n' roll, he spirals through a whirlwind year of discovery, sexual confusion, social exploration, and the curative essence of music. The Perks of Being a Wallflower will ring a bell for every high school student or graduate, as all have experienced confusion in the throes of learning to grow up. If nothing else, it contains a great mix-tape playlist.