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Neal ShustermanEverlost
Neal ShustermanFiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2006A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Book Brief
336
Novel • Fiction
Everlost • Contemporary Fantasy World
2006
YA
10-14 years
860L
Super Short Summary
In Neal Shusterman's Everlost, two teenagers, Nick and Allie, perish in a car crash and find themselves in Everlost, a liminal space between life and death populated by other deceased children called Afterlights. They encounter various characters and face challenges while navigating this new reality, seeking a way to move on and avoid danger.
Mysterious
Dark
Bittersweet
Fantastical
Adventurous
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Neal Shusterman's Everlost receives praise for its imaginative and compelling afterlife world, resonating especially well with teen readers due to its relatable characters and unique premise. However, some critiques mention its occasionally slow pacing. Overall, it’s lauded for blending adventure and deeper themes effectively, capturing readers' interest.
Who Should Read Everlost?
Everlost by Neal Shusterman captivates young adults fascinated by the afterlife, parallel worlds, and self-discovery. Fans of Neil Gaiman's The Graveyard Book or Philip Pullman's His Dark Materials series will relish its darkly whimsical, thought-provoking story that blurs the line between life and death.
36,052 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
336
Novel • Fiction
Everlost • Contemporary Fantasy World
2006
YA
10-14 years
860L
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