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The Perks of Being a Wallflower

By: Stephen Chbosky
Narrated by: Noah Galvin
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 “A timeless story for every young person who needs to understand that they are not alone.” —Judy Blume

“Once in a while, a novel comes along that becomes a generational touchstone. The Perks of Being a Wallflower is one of those books.” —R. J. Palacio, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Wonder

This #1 New York Times bestselling coming-of-age story with millions of copies in print takes a sometimes heartbreaking, often hysterical, and always honest look at high school in all its glory.

The critically acclaimed debut novel from Stephen Chbosky follows observant “wallflower” Charlie as he charts a course through the strange world between adolescence and adulthood. First dates, family drama, and new friends. Sex, drugs, and The Rocky Horror Picture Show. Devastating loss, young love, and life on the fringes. Caught between trying to live his life and trying to run from it, Charlie must learn to navigate those wild and poignant roller-coaster days known as growing up.

A #1 New York Times bestseller for more than a year, adapted into a major motion picture starring Logan Lerman and Emma Watson (and written and directed by the author), and an American Library Association Best Book for Young Adults (2000) and Best Book for Reluctant Readers (2000), this novel for teen readers (or wallflowers of more-advanced age) will make you laugh, cry, and perhaps feel nostalgic for those moments when you, too, tiptoed onto the dance floor of life. Difficult Situations Indigenous Creators LGBTQ+ Literary Fiction Literature & Fiction Mental Health Awareness Funny Heartfelt Tear-jerking
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the book hits a soft spot in my heart.
I didn't believe this book was beautiful as it is

love it completely

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The film adaptation is one of my favourite films, and I put off reading the book for years because I knew it would be a big emotional investment, and because I was worried it might not live up to expectation. A lot of young adult coming-of-age fiction is a bit too saccharine and corny, especially when written in the first person. That is certainly not the case with this book, however, which is one of the most, if not the most, beautifully written and articulate YA novels I've read.

Noah Galvin's narration is beyond perfect, as well. I'm so glad I listened to the audio version, and so glad that it was *this* version. It is some of the best voice acting I've heard in any audiobook. I only wish I read it 15 years ago.

Heartbreaking and perfect in every way

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I loved listening to this book, it was beautiful and interesting, it was just amazing

Beautiful and interesting

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A classic coming of age film with clear influences from Dead Poet's Society and The Catcher in the Rye. It's structured letter formula makes the audience empathize with Charlie on a more personal level than a "play by play" would. I'd continue this train of thought, however I think I should go "Participate".

The Perks of Being a Wallflower

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Good narrator.
Easy story to follow.
Interesting storyline.
I’ve previously read this and was pleased with how it was presented on audible.
I’d recommend this to young adults/teens.

Good listen, would recommend

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I am not a reader but if every book was as good as this i would never stop reading (I know this is an audio book). The movie is fantastic and the book is even better. I love the emotional connection between the character Charlie, and myself the reader. It really is great, i wish it was longer!

Absolute Incredible Read

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I’ve loved this book since I was 12 and I hope everyone feels as connected to it as I have. Trigger warning though it does touch on themes of SA however it’s still don’t very well and spoken about respectfully.

Love it!!

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I wasn’t really interested at first being it was done as letters send to someone! But I actually loved it.
You could feel the emotion, the angst, the fear and the sadness and the joy.
It also created a space for hope for those struggling. It could also contain triggers though, so worth considering this.
By the way, the narrated did an exceptional job!

Surprisingly LOVED it

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absolutly astonishing book, must go out and get a hard copy. Beautiful. Magical. Wonderful. Infinite

great

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This is one of the best books I’ve listened to. I’ve gasped, laughed and cried. Highly recommend to all teens and parents of teens.

Raw and full of wisdom and optimism

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