IT'S KIND OF A FUNNY STORY by Ned Vizzini — Restarting January 27th 2018

[Mei]

I've never really read a book mostly about mental diseases so this one is interesting. I like knowing what comes to Craig's mind under or not under medication, and what he thinks of other people if he kills himself, what goes around his mind that worsens his depression and suicudal ideas. It's believable and real, and how brave it was for the author to tell this story of his and publish it; and made it into a film.

[Mei]

I think the admirable aspect of this book is instead of Craig killing himself, he seeked for help and checked himself in. Though he was determined to do it, he didn't hesitate calling for help. He even worries about his family but the depression has taken a toll on him. I think this story raises an awareness about the issues it tackled, that nothing small or big shouldn't be minded.

[Princess]

I agree. I also adore how the author shows how his friends (other people around him) reacted and how he treats that reaction. It's just shows that mental illnesses shouldn't be romanticize in any ways.

[Abi]

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Reading from the 7th of July 2016

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[☆☆Hannah☆☆]

Are you going you be starting this on the 7th or do you need a few days?

[Jordan]

Sorry! I just now saw your message! :/ I'm currently reading it

[Jordan]

Chapters 1-13:
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Our story begins with Craig, a teenager that just got into an excellent high school. However, he becomes depressed and can no longer keep food down because his stomach won't let him. When he tells his parents, they take him to a psychopharmacologist named Dr. Barney who prescribes him Zoloft. Everything seems to be fine, but then he decides to stop taking his medicine. I don't have a good feeling about this...:/
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[Jordan]

Chapters 14-26:
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After not being able to hold down dinner, Craig decides that he has had enough. He plans on killing himself that night by jumping off the Brooklyn Bridge. However, he calls the suicide hotline first and instead checks himself in at the hospital. Since the hospital is under reconstruction, he is put in the adult psychiatric floor.

I really don't like Nia. She thinks that she is the most important person and that the world revolves around her. -.-
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[☆☆Hannah☆☆]

Personally I didn't care for any of them. I had a hard time getting through this book.

[Jordan]

Hmm, I've heard that people either really like this book or really don't.

[Jordan]

Chapters 27-37:
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When he arrives at the hospital, he is told that he will have to stay at least five days. He seems to be doing a lot better, but when he checks his messages from his friends, he starts to get bad again. I thought it was funny when his principal called and all he said was "holy crap" and hung up!

He also starts to hang out with Noelle more and he started drawing maps again.
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[☆☆Hannah☆☆]

(view spoiler)[It was nice that he got back into that and decided to take up art. Finally doing something that he enjoyed and made him happy. (hide spoiler)]

[Jordan]

Chapters 38-50:
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I'm happy that Craig and Noelle ended up together. I thought it was sweet that Craig got his roommate Egyptian music to listen to in the hospital.

Since he has decided to transfer to an art school, I feel like he will live a happier life.
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[Vivi]

Anyone want to BR this with me in September? :)

[Abi]

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Reading from the 27th of January 2018

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[Christine]

Starting 1-12
(view spoiler)[ I got the feels of Charlie from the wallflower except that Craig is more adventurous and confident. I'm really happy for him how he opened up to his family (not everybody can easily do that). And how supportive his family is. (hide spoiler)]

[Christine]

Chapter 18
(view spoiler)[ Craig is really brave. I envy his supportive family. I wish I have his Mom. (hide spoiler)]

[Christine]

Chapter 25
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"Craig, I'm so flattered."
"No, you have the wrong idea. Don't be flattered."

YESSSS! Craig kick her as*. LOL (hide spoiler)]

[Christine]

Chapter 38
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Oh sh*t! I don't like Nia but I pity her too. But it would mean worse for Craig. She's one of what he considers "Testacles". No nonononononoono. This will trigger stress and well... I was really looking forward to the conflict but I wasn't expecting this. How will it happen tho? (hide spoiler)]