The novel The Bunker Diary has caused quite a stir in the UK since its release, and certainly even more so after it received the prestigious Carnegie Medal. The British newspaper The Telegraph begins its criticism with the title itself, which asks why anyone would want teenagers to read such books, and goes on to say that it is a dangerous and vile story, as it contains themes such as heroin addiction, attempted rape, torture and murder.
The Guardian is more objective and significantly less negative in its writing about the novel, and among other things, it also provides the justification of the committee that awarded the novel. The committee emphasized that the author has created a completely credible world in the book with a compelling narrative, believable literary characters and writing that stands out for its excellence. Helen Thompson, a member of the award committee, defended herself against numerous criticisms by stating that The Bunker Diary is "certainly a book that Carnegie should be championing - magnificently written, evocative and well-received by readers". She also emphasized that young people are devouring the book. (taken from the website of the publishing house Miš)

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