The Chaperone by M Hendrix

The Chaperone

M Hendrix

435 pages • first pub 2023 (editions)

fiction dystopian thriller young adult challenging dark tense medium-paced

Description

Like every young woman in New America, Stella knows the rules:Deflect attention.Abstain from sin.Navigate the world with care.Give obedience.Embrace purity.Respect your chaperone.Girls in New America must have a chaperone with them at all times. B...

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Community Reviews Summary of 107 reviews

Moods

tense 71%
dark 66%
challenging 45%
mysterious 40%
emotional 38%
adventurous 32%
hopeful 30%
reflective 30%
sad 28%
inspiring 15%
informative 1%
lighthearted 1%
relaxing 1%

Pace

medium 59%
fast 36%
slow 4%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 68% | Character: 16% | Plot: 14%

Strong character development?

Yes: 90% | It's complicated: 5% | No: 3%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 52% | It's complicated: 30% | No: 16%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 41% | Yes: 30% | It's complicated: 26% | N/A: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 47% | Yes: 27% | It's complicated: 22% | N/A: 2%

Average rating

3.79

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