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Roald Dahl-Themed Book Recs for Very Big Kids

Hey, want to read something about Roald Dahl that isn't tedious debate about his books being re-written by the 'wokist blob'? You may not be alone!  Maybe you aren't defending the problematic nature of some of Dahl's material, but also still have fondness for books that defined thousands - if not millions - of childhoods? Maybe, as a mature adult, you can admit that while he had some nasty beliefs, his life wasn't always a picnic? Maybe you are crazy enough to hold the simultaneous ideas that children shouldn't be taught that ugly = evil but that the idea of blowing up a mean old lady with household products is hilarious for the average six year old? Maybe you feel like a normal person about it all.  We're all just  tired.  Anyway, if you are one of these crazy fools who see in shades of grey, this is the article for you.  I've put together a book rec list inspired by popular Dahl novels, trying my best to match the themes and tone of those books. S