Among the Betrayed by Margaret Peterson Haddix

156 pages first pub 2002 (editions)

fiction science fiction young adult mysterious fast-paced

Description

Thirteen-year-old Nina is imprisoned by the Population Police, who give her the option of helping them identify illegal "third-born" children, or facing death.

Community Reviews Summary of 1,474 reviews

Moods

dark 76%
tense 61%
adventurous 52%
mysterious 42%
emotional 38%
hopeful 23%
challenging 19%
sad 19%
inspiring 9%
reflective 4%

Pace

fast 61%
medium 28%
slow 9%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 40% | Plot: 33% | A mix: 26%

Strong character development?

Yes: 58% | No: 29% | It's complicated: 11%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 44% | It's complicated: 33% | No: 22%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 72% | It's complicated: 11% | Yes: 11% | N/A: 5%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 70% | No: 17% | It's complicated: 11%

Average rating

3.82

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