“The Screwtape Letters” by C. S. Lewis

Book and typewriter

Reader Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5 stars)

How does God work, and how does the devil feel about it? This novel—profoundly meaningful and eye-opening—does an amazing job bringing to light (in a comical way) those flaws within us humans that Satan exploits. You want to learn more about yourself? Looking for a good way to engage in self-introspection? This book is a wonderful place to start. 

Language: 10/10 (Never swears once).
Sex: 10/10 (No sexual content).
Violence and gore: 9/10 (Minimal violence and gore).

Plot: 8.5/10 (So intriguing, and full of incredible wisdom!)
Characters: 8/10 (We don’t get to have many interactions with characters beyond Screwtape, but Lewis does an amazing job characterizing people despite how limiting the letter format can be).
Writing style: 8/10 (Sometimes his prose went over my head, but for the most part, I was touched and impressed by Lewis’ command of the written word).

Genre: Young adult literature, adult literature, religious satire
Potential triggers: War, etc.
Is this book part of a series? No.
I would recommend this book to anyone 15+.

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