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Defy Me (Shatter Me, #5)

Tahereh Mafi
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Defy Me (Shatter Me, #5)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2019

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Tahereh Mafi

Defy Me (Shatter Me, #5)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2019
Book Details
Pages

357

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Dystopian Future

Publication Year

2019

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

HL660L

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Super Short Summary

Defy Me by Tahereh Mafi continues the journey of a person named Juliette, who deals with new revelations and challenges in a dystopian world. With allies and enemies converging, Juliette's abilities and relationships are tested as she confronts her past and seeks to shape her future. The narrative is part of the Shatter Me series.

Reviews & Readership

4.5

276,052 ratings

84%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Defy Me by Tahereh Mafi continues the narrative with emotionally charged storytelling and character development, keeping fans engaged with its intricate plot and intense romance. However, some readers feel the pacing is uneven and the switches in perspectives can be jarring. Overall, it remains a compelling addition to the series.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Defy Me (Shatter Me, #5)?

A reader who would enjoy Defy Me by Tahereh Mafi typically appreciates young adult dystopian novels with strong, complex characters and intense emotional dynamics. Fans of Veronica Roth's Divergent series and Suzanne Collins' The Hunger Games will find similar themes of resistance, self-discovery, and gripping romance.

4.5

276,052 ratings

84%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

357

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Dystopian Future

Publication Year

2019

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

HL660L

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