en-US Sat, 11 Nov 2023 05:10:49 -0800 60 144 41 /images/layout/goodreads_logo_144.jpg Review5968930485 Sat, 11 Nov 2023 05:10:49 -0800 /review/show/5968930485 Negar gave 2 stars to The Midnight Library (Hardcover) by Matt Haig
Meh Vibes.....

So, The Midnight Library? Honestly, it was dreadfully boring. The story kicks off, and you're thinking, "Is this seriously it?" It falls into the trap of being overly simplified, with a main character, Nora, who's just painfully dull. They try to paint her as this deep, complex person dealing with depression and all, but it ends up feeling more like a 'paint by numbers' kind of thing.

And the way they handle depression? Nora's sadness is boiled down to her regrets. It's kind of insulting to anyone who's actually battled real depression. Nora herself is as one-dimensional as a piece of paper. Her journey through this Midnight Library feels more like someone trying too hard to be profound than a genuine exploration of life's twists and turns.

Now, let's talk about the repetition. It's like a broken record. The same themes, the same dilemmas, just going around in circles. Instead of an exciting rollercoaster of possibilities, it's a dull loop. And predictability? Oh yeah, you can pretty much guess where the plot's headed from the start. No surprises, just a straight-line narrative that's about as thrilling as watching paint dry.

In a nutshell, The Midnight Library is a dreadfully boring experience. It's just cheesy. A dull main character, shallow take on depression, and a repetitive, predictable plot make it a bit of a snooze. If you're after a simple, easy read, maybe it's for you. But if you want something with a bit more substance, this one falls short. ]]>