Review:
Thirteen Reasons Why
overall review score: 4.2
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Thirteen Reasons Why is a young adult novel written by Jay Asher, which was later adapted into a popular Netflix series. The story follows a high school student who receives a box of cassette tapes recorded by a classmate who committed suicide, detailing the thirteen reasons why she chose to end her life.
Key Features
- Exploration of teen suicide and mental health issues
- Multiple perspectives storytelling
- Impactful and emotional narrative
Pros
- Raises awareness about mental health issues and suicide prevention
- Engaging storytelling format that keeps readers/viewers hooked
- Provokes important conversations about bullying and its consequences
Cons
- Controversial portrayal of suicide as revenge
- Criticism for glamorizing or romanticizing mental health struggles