The Cost of Knowing by Brittney Morris

The Cost of Knowing

Brittney Morris

352 pages • first pub 2021 (editions)

fiction contemporary magical realism young adult emotional reflective sad medium-paced

Description

Sixteen-year-old Alex Rufus is trying his best. He tries to be the best employee he can be at the local ice cream shop; the best boyfriend he can be to his amazing girlfriend, Talia; the best protector he can be over his little brother, Isaiah. Bu...

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Community Reviews Summary of 778 reviews

Moods

emotional 93%
sad 76%
reflective 49%
tense 46%
challenging 39%
dark 37%
hopeful 29%
inspiring 21%
mysterious 12%
adventurous 11%
informative 10%
funny 2%

Pace

medium 56%
fast 26%
slow 17%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 47% | A mix: 43% | Plot: 8%

Strong character development?

Yes: 92% | It's complicated: 5% | No: 2%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 91% | It's complicated: 5% | No: 2%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 96% | It's complicated: 1% | No: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 73% | It's complicated: 15% | No: 10% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

4.13

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