Darkness Before Dawn by Sharon M. Draper

Darkness Before Dawn

Hazelwood High #3

Sharon M. Draper

276 pages first pub 2001 (editions)

fiction young adult emotional fast-paced

Description

In her senior year in high school, Keisha must overcome personal trauma and try to rebuild her life. Realistic, fast paced, and ultimately inspiring, Darkness Before Dawn brings the dramatic Hazelwood High trilogy to a satisfying conclusion.

Community Reviews Summary of 146 reviews

Moods

emotional 100%
inspiring 66%
sad 66%
tense 66%
dark 33%
hopeful 33%
reflective 33%

Pace

medium 66%
fast 33%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 66% | Character: 33%

Strong character development?

Yes: 100%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 66% | Yes: 33%

Average rating

3.97

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