Over the summer I have read various books but one book specifically stood out to me. This book was Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky. It's about a teenager, Charlie, that is starting his first year of high school. While trying to cope with his friends recent death, Charlie starts writing letters to someone he has never met but trusts. The book is a combination of all the letters Charlie writes that tells Charlie's intriguing story.
There a few special characters that help contribute to Charlie surviving his first year of high school. One major character is Charlie's English teacher Bill. They immediately have a special bond and throughout the year Bill gives Charlie different books to read and Charlie writes a report on each book. This is meaningful to charlie because of his strong affection towards books. Bill helps Charlie both as a friend and teacher, Charlie feels like he can talk to him about anything.
Another tremendously important character is Charlie's friends Sam and Patrick. They teach charlie about music, school, parties, and the most important thing, friendship. throughout the year they all become close and have many memorable experiences. Sam, patrick and Charlie have a genuine bond.
At the end of Charlie's first year of high school, sam and Patrick Graduate but leave Charlie with many important lessons and memories.
During the book Charlie learns about friendship, sex, drugs, and many other things, including discovering he was abused by his aunt.
This book has taught me a lot and is an overall great read.
