Book Review: Fangirl by Rainbow Rowell

I just finished reading another young adult novel by Rainbow Rowell, Fangirl. After enjoying Eleanor & Park, I had high expectations for this book, which is why I feel Fangirl pales in comparison.

Nevertheless, Rowell succeeded in making me fall in love with the main character, Levi, and his infectious smile. I can relate to Cath because, like her, I’m a fangirl myself.

While I don’t spend countless hours writing fan fiction online, I understand what it’s like to obsess over a magical world and its characters. I grew up with the Harry Potter characters and feel protective of them, just as Cath is about her favorite characters, Simon and Baz.

I could easily stay up late discussing all the "could-have-beens" and "what-might-have-beens" with other HP fans. I prefer to avoid social obligations and dislike attending parties, so I find Cath’s character to be relatable.

Fangirl is a fun and entertaining novel. It offers a glimpse into two worlds: Cath’s life and the fictional universe she adores. 

Reading Fangirl makes you wish you had a sister or a friend like Cath, especially if you enjoy writing or love fiction. It also makes you long to meet someone as warm and comforting as Levi. Having a boyfriend like him feels akin to coming home to a cup of hot chocolate with marshmallows on a cold, windy day.

Fangirl by Rainbow Rowell inspires you to head to the nearest Starbucks for a hot Gingerbread Latte Grande!