The Catcher in the Rye

Overrated but still an enjoyable book, even though some parts were boring. It's simple and fast-paced, making it an easy read. The main character, Holden, is an odd and unhappy young guy. I couldn't figure out if his brother's death affected him so much or if he had other family problems he didn't talk about. He refuses to grow up and dislikes adults, but he also wants to connect with people, even though he struggles to communicate. I can't say for sure how the book made me feel. It didn't make me sad, but the attempts at humour didn't bring a smile to my face either.