Franny and Zooey

Many people name Holden Caulfield when they discuss their favorite Salinger character, and likewise Catcher in the Rye when discussing their favorite Salinger book.

I'm inclined to say Zooey Glass and Franny & Zooey, myself.

This was the first Salinger book I'd picked up in years – after having a less-than-pleasant experience with Catcher in the Rye in high school (there's nothing quite like a terrible lit teacher to thoroughly decimate any enthusiasm for a great book). I'm glad I picked it up. I devoured this book. I adored this book. I ate this book up like it was the only book left on the planet and I slowed down near the end because I didn't want it to end. When I finished it I started over and read it again.

This book is brilliant. I'd be willing to bet that even people who consider Salinger one of their least favorite authors would like this book.