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Rainbow Rowell

Carry On: The Rise and Fall of Simon Snow

Rainbow RowellFiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2015

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Rainbow Rowell

Carry On

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2015
Book Details
Pages

522

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

England • Contemporary

Publication Year

2015

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

15-18 years

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Super Short Summary

In Rainbow Rowell's Carry On, Simon Snow, the Chosen One of a magical world, navigates his final year at the Watford School of Magicks. He grapples with controlling his immense power, searches for his missing nemesis Baz Pitch, and uncovers dark truths about the world, all while discovering that his destiny is not what he expected. The novel explores themes of love, power, and free will. The book contains mentions of a suicide attempt.

Fantastical

Romantic

Humorous

Bittersweet

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

4.4

330,869 ratings

79%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Carry On by Rainbow Rowell is acclaimed for its engaging blend of fantasy and romance, appealing especially to fans of Rowell's prior work, Fangirl. Praised for its witty dialogue and well-drawn characters, the novel does face criticism for pacing issues and perceived derivative elements. Nonetheless, readers appreciate its imaginative world and heartfelt relationships.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Carry On?

Fans of magic, coming-of-age tales, and LGBTQ+ representation will find Carry On by Rainbow Rowell captivating. Similar to J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter series and Lev Grossman's The Magicians, this novel weaves fantasy, romance, and intricate character development into a compelling story that resonates with young adult and contemporary fantasy enthusiasts.

4.4

330,869 ratings

79%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

522

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

England • Contemporary

Publication Year

2015

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

15-18 years

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