Stranger Things and the Hidden Power of Books

Holly Wheeler, the younger sister of Mike and Nancy, is stepping into the spotlight in the final season of Stranger Things. Her room is a treasure trove of nostalgic toys and posters, but one item stands out: a worn copy of Madeleine L’Engle’s "A Wrinkle in Time. " This isn’t just a random book; it’s a clue to the season’s plot. The show has always been a love letter to the 80s, filled with references that fans adore. But these references often do more than just bring back memories. They hint at what’s coming next. Remember when the kids snuck into a horror movie in season 3? That wasn’t just a fun scene; it set the stage for the season’s big bad. "A Wrinkle in Time" is no different. It’s a story about good versus evil, just like Stranger Things. The book’s heroine, Meg, goes on a quest to save her father with the help of her brother and some mysterious beings. Sound familiar? The book even has a shadowy villain called The Black Thing, which controls people’s minds. That’s a lot like the Mind Flayer, isn’t it? In the book, Meg’s brother gets hypnotized by a creepy figure with red eyes. He almost gets his friends captured, but Meg saves him by focusing on her love for him. In Stranger Things, Will Byers has a similar connection to the Mind Flayer. But this time, Will uses his past experiences to become stronger and stop the monsters attacking Hawkins. The book’s themes of love, family, and overcoming fear might just be the key to understanding the Upside Down. Vecna, the season’s main villain, is hiding something from his past. Could it be connected to the dark presence he first encountered as a child? Only time will tell.