Across The Universe
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2011
448
Novel • Fiction
Spaceship • Futuristic
2011
YA
14-18 years
Across the Universe by Beth Revis follows 17-year-old Amy who is cryogenically frozen for a 300-year journey aboard the spaceship Godspeed, heading to a new planet. She prematurely awakens to a society led by Elder and Eldest, where she uncovers disturbing secrets and power struggles while striving to fit in and unravel the mystery behind the unplugging of fellow frozen passengers. Topics sensitive include the death of loved ones and mental health issues.
Suspenseful
Mysterious
Emotional
Dark
Romantic
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Across the Universe by Beth Revis offers a captivating blend of sci-fi and mystery aboard a spaceship, praised for its imaginative world-building and suspenseful plot. While the narrative's slower pace and some predictable elements have garnered criticism, strong character development and themes of trust and authority elevate the novel. Ideal for young adult readers seeking a thought-provoking space adventure.
Fans of dystopian sci-fi with a penchant for intricate mysteries and space exploration will enjoy Beth Revis's Across The Universe. Readers who appreciated the suspense of Veronica Roth’s Divergent series or the interstellar adventures in Orson Scott Card’s Ender’s Game will be captivated by this thrilling narrative.
119,928 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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448
Novel • Fiction
Spaceship • Futuristic
2011
YA
14-18 years
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