52 pages 1 hour read

Matthew Quick

Forgive Me, Leonard Peacock

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2013

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Reviews & Readership

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Forgive Me, Leonard Peacock by Matthew Quick has received praise for its raw and honest portrayal of mental health and adolescence, with many readers appreciating the emotional depth and unique narrative style. However, some critics find the pacing uneven and the protagonist's voice occasionally grating. Overall, it's a powerful but polarizing read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Forgive Me, Leonard Peacock?

A reader who would enjoy Forgive Me, Leonard Peacock by Matthew Quick is likely someone who appreciates raw, emotional, and introspective young adult fiction. Comparable to those who love The Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky or Thirteen Reasons Why by Jay Asher, they seek thought-provoking narratives dealing with mental health and personal struggles.

Recommended

Reading Age

15-18years

Lexile Level

980L

Book Details

Themes
Life/Time: The Future
Identity: Mental Health
Relationships: Friendship
Topics
Depression / Suicide
Trauma / Abuse / Violence
Diversity
Period
Realism
Genre
Realistic Fiction
Modern Classic Fiction