However, there are possible drawbacks to rereading as well. Rereading is time consuming—drawing readers away from their TBR piles—and can be disappointing if a beloved book falls short of rosy memory. It can also be uncomfortable to re-examine oneself by rereading a book, to realize the changes you have undergone.

Is re-reading books good?

Though sometimes we feel like covering our ears when we have to read that one book one more time, rereading books is actually a very good thing. Whether we reread a book to a child or an independent reader wants to reread a previously enjoyed story, there are many benefits that can come from the act of rereading.

Is it bad to read the same book over and over again?

Reading the same book repeatedly improves comprehension

In the same way that we read a text over and over when we are studying for an exam, re-reading a book helps children to learn more about what they are reading every time. ... Each reading produces another layer of comprehension.