Candor
Candor
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2009
Book Brief
272
Novel • Fiction
Florida • Contemporary
2009
YA
12-18 years
HL350L
Super Short Summary
In Pam Bachorz’s Candor, Oscar Banks, a teenager in the seemingly perfect town of Candor, discovers that the town's idyllic behavior is controlled by subliminal messaging orchestrated by his father. As he uncovers this, Oscar attempts to subvert the system by helping other teenagers escape, leading to a dramatic conflict with his father and a growing bond with a rebellious girl named Nia.
Suspenseful
Mysterious
Dark
Challenging
Contemplative
Reviews & Readership
6,306 ratings
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Review Roundup
Pam Bachorz's Candor explores a dystopian world where behavioral control is enforced through subliminal messages, earning praise for its intriguing premise and thought-provoking themes. However, some critics find the characters underdeveloped and the pace uneven. Overall, the novel's unique concept captivates, despite its execution flaws.
Who Should Read Candor?
Readers who revel in dystopian fiction, psychological intrigue, and narratives exploring societal control will find Candor by Pam Bachorz compelling. Fans of The Giver by Lois Lowry and 1984 by George Orwell will appreciate the novel's tense atmosphere and thought-provoking themes.
6,306 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
272
Novel • Fiction
Florida • Contemporary
2009
YA
12-18 years
HL350L
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