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Faceless

Alyssa B. Sheinmel
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Faceless

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2015

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Alyssa B. Sheinmel

Faceless

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

352

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Realistic Fiction

Romance

Modern Classic Fiction
Setting

United States • Contemporary

Theme
Family
Topic
Mental Illness
Publication Year

2015

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

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Super Short Summary

In Faceless by Alyssa B. Sheinmel, a teenage girl named Maisie undergoes a life-altering experience after being injured in an electrical fire. She receives a face transplant, which leads her to confront issues of identity, resilience, and self-discovery. The novel explores how Maisie navigates her new reality and the challenges of rebuilding her life.

Emotional

Challenging

Contemplative

Dark

Hopeful

Reviews & Readership

4.3

9,351 ratings

77%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Faceless by Alyssa B. Sheinmel is praised for its compelling exploration of identity and resilience. The narrative provides an insightful look into the emotional challenges faced by the protagonist. However, some critics feel the pacing is uneven, and character depth could be enhanced. Overall, it’s an engaging and thought-provoking read with heartfelt moments.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Faceless?

A reader who would enjoy Faceless by Alyssa B. Sheinmel likely appreciates emotional, character-driven YA novels that explore themes of identity and resilience. Fans of Wonder by R.J. Palacio and The Fault in Our Stars by John Green might find similar appeal in its poignant exploration of personal transformation.

4.3

9,351 ratings

77%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

352

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Realistic Fiction

Romance

Modern Classic Fiction
Setting

United States • Contemporary

Theme
Family
Topic
Mental Illness
Publication Year

2015

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

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