so-soThat was bizarre. An abrupt ending, and although he annoyed me at times I couldn't help but like Holden. And if he watched his mouth I could have seen him be a great carer or facilitator for young people. Glad to tick this off my list. A 3.5 star for me. Sorry I was so far behind @Cathythoughts @Cortg #catcherinthereadalong
Cortg @Cathythoughts @miralunasbooknook Glad you finished! It took me longer to read than I thought it would. I would love to know how Holden turns out as an adult. (edited) 7y
laurieluna @Cortg same. I did start to feel worried for him at the end, especially when he started feeling unwell. He's just a creative kid with an imagination no one is willing to entertain. Sadly that still happens a lot today. 😔 7y
Cathythoughts @Cortg It‘s great to finish ! Well done. I loved it ! 5 Stars from me. I really liked Holden & felt he was very lost & grieving for his brother. I loved the image of the catcher in the rye.... the power of feeling in this book. The loss Holden suffered of his brother & his innocence.. a deeply moving book for me. 👍🏻congratulations on getting to the finish line 👏🏻💕💕 @miralunasbooknook (edited) 7y
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laurieluna @Cathythoughts thanks! I just felt like there was something missing, not sure what! I do think Salinger managed to capture a character out of his time, that no one quite understood Holden. I think the fact that it was just one big stream of Holden's thoughts that knocked me. A teenage boys brain is a scary place, a bit of a break now and then would have been nice 😂 @Cortg 7y
Cortg My son is “suppose” to be reading this book for English class. He‘s 16 and is suffering severe depression and anxiety. We were on our way home from a psychiatrist appointment and he started comparing himself and this day and age to Holden and having depression in the 50‘s. He‘s also taking an AP Psychology class so it was interesting to compare this problem then and now with him. I‘m glad I finally read the book! @Cathythoughts 7y
laurieluna @Cortg I think that's something some people don't understand about the book. It's the story of a young man who has lost a brother, can't find his place in the world and is clearly struggling mentally with all life is throwing at him, not just a stroppy teen. The fact the book is still relevant today says something about how we still struggle to support young men with mental health issues. It's great your son sees someone. I wish him all the best. 7y
Cathythoughts @Cortg I hope your son feels better soon. It‘s great he is getting help & also the AP Pshchology class. It‘s interesting that he compares himself to Holden, & Holden is getting help at the end of the book. Its hard for us as parents too , to witness our children when they are having difficulties, and sometimes not knowing what to do or say. . Thinking of you & your son ❤️ (edited) 7y
Cortg Thanks! @Cathythoughts 7y
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