Purpose of the Book

The purpose of the book Thirteen Reasons Why is to entertain the reader with an interesting, suspense filled story. Although the author’s initial purpose in writing the book may have been to entertain, given the condition of today’s teenagers, this book is informational and helpful for many people. The other major purpose of the book was to inform. It helps people understand the way they affect other people’s lives by showing that you never know what people are going through until you step into their shoes. It shows readers that they need to think before speaking or acting and that words and actions really do hurt people more than some may think. The novel helps us understand some of the possible consequences that our words and actions could have on someone else. The author shows us that we can never truly know everyone we come into contact with, so we should always be careful with what we say and how we act. Many people are able to relate to this book or know someone who can use it for help. Several people have probably changed after reading this novel or have a different outlook towards others. This book persuades readers to reach out and help others who are at risk for suicide. The novel also persuades others to evaluate the way in which their behaviors impact others. It makes people think about the things they have done to others and causes us to wonder if we have ever done anything in our lives to affect someone as dramatically as Hannah. The author’s main purpose for the book is for people to open their eyes and pay attention to what they are doing and saying because no matter how little it may seem to someone, it can make a world of difference to another.