Diamonds in the Shadow
Diamonds in the Shadow
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2007
Book Brief
228
Novel • Fiction
Connecticut • Contemporary
2007
YA
12-18 years
750L
Super Short Summary
Diamonds in the Shadow by Caroline B. Cooney is a young adult thriller featuring Jared Finch and his family, who host the mysterious Amabo family, African refugees escaping their war-torn homeland. As Jared gets to know them, he discovers shocking secrets, including uncut blood diamonds hidden among their belongings, and learns of a dangerous warlord named Victor seeking to reclaim his stolen goods, endangering everyone in the Finch household. This book includes descriptions of war atrocities and discusses trauma experienced by refugees.
Suspenseful
Dark
Mysterious
Emotional
Challenging
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Diamonds in the Shadow by Caroline B. Cooney offers a compelling narrative that deftly explores the challenges faced by a refugee family in America. Reviewers praise its engaging storytelling and well-developed characters, though some feel the plot can be predictable. The novel's strength lies in its emotional depth and timely themes, making it a thought-provoking read despite occasional pacing issues.
Who Should Read Diamonds in the Shadow?
Readers who enjoy intense, thought-provoking YA fiction with themes of family, trust, and cultural clash will relish Diamonds in the Shadow by Caroline B. Cooney. Fans of novels like The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini or The Book Thief by Markus Zusak will find its emotional depth and moral dilemmas captivating.
1,813 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
228
Novel • Fiction
Connecticut • Contemporary
2007
YA
12-18 years
750L
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