Armageddon Summer
Armageddon Summer
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1998
Book Brief
272
Novel • Fiction
Mount Weeupcut • 1990s
1998
YA
12-16 years
820L
Super Short Summary
Armageddon Summer by Jane Yolen and Bruce Yoville follows teenagers Jed and Marina, whose parents join a cult led by Reverend Beelson, believing the world will end on July 27, 2000. As they prepare on a mountain, Jed and Marina fall in love and struggle with their parents' extremism, ultimately facing tragic events as the supposed Armageddon date approaches. Sensitive topics include cult behavior and violence.
Mysterious
Suspenseful
Emotional
Dark
Contemplative
Reviews & Readership
2,015 ratings
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Review Roundup
Readers appreciate the compelling characters and unique, apocalyptic premise of Armageddon Summer by Jane Yolen. The narrative's dual perspectives are praised for depth, though some find pacing uneven and the plot predictable. Overall, it's lauded for engaging young adult audiences with thought-provoking themes and relatable emotions.
Who Should Read Armageddon Summer?
Readers who would enjoy Armageddon Summer by Jane Yolen are typically young adults interested in themes of faith, survival, and self-discovery. Fans of post-apocalyptic fiction like The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins or The Maze Runner by James Dashner may find this novel particularly engaging due to its intense narrative and complex characters.
2,015 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
272
Novel • Fiction
Mount Weeupcut • 1990s
1998
YA
12-16 years
820L
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