The Midnight Library

Book · 2023

13+ Ages 12-14

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Author: Matt Haig

Fantasy Coming-of-Age Philosophy Choices Regret Self-Discovery

Curiosity Empathy Perseverance

What's the Story?

Nora Seed is unhappy with her life and, in a moment of despair, finds herself in a magical library between life and death. Each book represents a different life she could have lived if she had made different choices. As she explores these alternate realities, she discovers what truly makes life worth living.

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The Review

Written by Parent Guide Plus Editors

The Midnight Library is a thought-provoking novel about a young woman who discovers a magical library containing books that let her live alternate versions of her life. The book deals with themes of regret, depression, and self-worth in an accessible way. While it contains a reference to a suicide attempt, the overall message is deeply hopeful and life-affirming. Best suited for mature teens who can engage with philosophical themes.