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 83 reviews

Moods

tense 71%
dark 63%
challenging 48%
mysterious 40%
emotional 38%
adventurous 28%
hopeful 28%
reflective 28%
sad 26%
inspiring 15%
informative 1%
lighthearted 1%

Pace

medium 64%
fast 33%
slow 1%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 70% | Character: 14% | Plot: 14%

Strong character development?

Yes: 91% | It's complicated: 6% | No: 2%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 53% | It's complicated: 31% | No: 14%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 42% | Yes: 29% | It's complicated: 25% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 50% | Yes: 28% | It's complicated: 19% | N/A: 2%

Average rating

3.8

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