Why do so many people dislike The Catcher in the Rye ? So…
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Why do so many people dislike The Catcher in the Rye ?
So I just wanted to ask because this has genuinely confused me for a while. *The Catcher in the Rye* is honestly one of my favorite books ever, but every time I see people talking about it online, especially on here, it feels like everyone absolutely hates it. 😭
The biggest thing I always see is people saying Holden is annoying, whiny, or that he complains too much. Like... yeah, he definitely can be, but I always thought that was kind of the point of the entire book. He's a messed up teenager who's dealing with a lot, so I never expected him to be some super likable or perfect main character.
I've also seen people say the book is boring because "nothing happens," or that Holden just walks around New York complaining about everyone. I get why someone might feel that way, but I thought the whole appeal was being inside his head and seeing how he views the world. Maybe that's just me though.
I'm not trying to convince anyone they're wrong or start some huge debate lol. I'm genuinely curious because this book has stuck with me more than almost anything else I've read\*\*,\*\* and I kind of relate to some of the teenage experiences he goes through, so it's weird seeing so much hate for it.
So if you didn't like it, what was the reason? Was it Holden's overall personality and mindset? The writing style? Did you think it's overrated? Or did you just not connect with it at all?
And if you're one of the few people who actually likes it, what made it click for you? Was there a certain part or theme that stood out?
I'm just interested in hearing different opinions because I feel like I'm missing something lol. Maybe I'm just biased because it's one of my favorites, but I'd love to hear why it seems like so many people can't stand it.
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So I just wanted to ask because this has genuinely confused me for a while. *The Catcher in the Rye* is honestly one of my favorite books ever, but every time I see people talking about it online, especially on here, it feels like everyone absolutely hates it. 😭
The biggest thing I always see is people saying Holden is annoying, whiny, or that he complains too much. Like... yeah, he definitely can be, but I always thought that was kind of the point of the entire book. He's a messed up teenager who's dealing with a lot, so I never expected him to be some super likable or perfect main character.
I've also seen people say the book is boring because "nothing happens," or that Holden just walks around New York complaining about everyone. I get why someone might feel that way, but I thought the whole appeal was being inside his head and seeing how he views the world. Maybe that's just me though.
I'm not trying to convince anyone they're wrong or start some huge debate lol. I'm genuinely curious because this book has stuck with me more than almost anything else I've read\*\*,\*\* and I kind of relate to some of the teenage experiences he goes through, so it's weird seeing so much hate for it.
So if you didn't like it, what was the reason? Was it Holden's overall personality and mindset? The writing style? Did you think it's overrated? Or did you just not connect with it at all?
And if you're one of the few people who actually likes it, what made it click for you? Was there a certain part or theme that stood out?
I'm just interested in hearing different opinions because I feel like I'm missing something lol. Maybe I'm just biased because it's one of my favorites, but I'd love to hear why it seems like so many people can't stand it.
#entertainment
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