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A Face Like Glass

Frances Hardinge
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A Face Like Glass

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2012

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Frances Hardinge

A Face Like Glass

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2012
Book Details
Pages

496

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Caverna • Fantasy World

Publication Year

2012

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

Lexile Level

920L

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Super Short Summary

In A Face Like Glass by Frances Hardinge, a young girl named Neverfell lives in an underground city where people's expressions are crafted and controlled. Journeying through this strange world, Neverfell seeks to uncover secrets about herself and the city's hidden truths.

Reviews & Readership

4.4

9,526 ratings

81%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

A Face Like Glass by Frances Hardinge is praised for its imaginative and intricate world-building, with richly developed characters and a unique setting. However, some readers find the plot convoluted and slow-paced. Overall, it's a highly inventive fantasy that may challenge those seeking straightforward storytelling.

Who should read this

Who Should Read A Face Like Glass?

A reader who would enjoy Frances Hardinge's A Face Like Glass likely delights in richly imaginative worlds and complex characters. Fans of Lewis Carroll’s Alice's Adventures in Wonderland or Neil Gaiman’s Coraline will appreciate its inventive storytelling and whimsical, yet dark, undertones. This book suits those who love intricately woven tales with a touch of the fantastical.

4.4

9,526 ratings

81%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

496

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Caverna • Fantasy World

Publication Year

2012

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

Lexile Level

920L

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