The Reader by Traci Chee

464 pages first pub 2016 (editions)

fiction fantasy young adult adventurous mysterious slow-paced

Description

Instant New York Times BestsellerA stunning debut set in a world where reading is unheard-of, perfect for fans of Inkheart and Shadow and BoneSefia knows what it means to survive. After her father is brutally murdered, she flees into the wildernes...

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Community Reviews Summary of 1,479 reviews

Moods

adventurous 96%
mysterious 60%
emotional 36%
dark 28%
challenging 20%
tense 18%
inspiring 12%
sad 10%
lighthearted 8%
funny 6%
hopeful 6%
reflective 6%
relaxing 2%

Pace

medium 61%
slow 26%
fast 12%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 61% | Plot: 28% | Character: 10%

Strong character development?

Yes: 74% | It's complicated: 16% | No: 9%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 84% | It's complicated: 8% | No: 6%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 76% | No: 9% | It's complicated: 7% | N/A: 7%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 34% | Yes: 28% | It's complicated: 26% | N/A: 10%

Average rating

3.71

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