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Girl, Stolen

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2010

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April Henry

Girl, Stolen

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2010
Book Details
Pages

192

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Oregon • Contemporary

Theme
Publication Year

2010

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

Lexile Level

HL700L

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Super Short Summary

Girl, Stolen by April Henry is a young adult crime/thriller novel about Cheyenne Wilder, a blind 16-year-old girl who is accidentally abducted during a car theft by Griffin Sawyer, a dropout teen who was unaware she was inside. As Cheyenne and Griffin navigate the complexities of the kidnapping, they form an unexpected bond, leading to a suspenseful journey toward her escape and his moral awakening. The novel explores themes of resilience, trust, and the transformative power of human connection. The book contains references to kidnapping and physical assault.

Suspenseful

Mysterious

Unnerving

Emotional

Challenging

Reviews & Readership

4.3

27,415 ratings

73%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

April Henry's Girl, Stolen is praised for its fast-paced plot and engaging narrative, making it a thrilling YA read. Critics commend the strong, resourceful protagonist and the realistic depiction of her experiences. However, some reviewers feel the character development is lacking and the writing occasionally simplistic. Overall, it's a gripping, suspenseful novel with room for deeper exploration.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Girl, Stolen?

A reader who would enjoy April Henry’s Girl, Stolen is likely a fan of suspenseful young adult thrillers featuring strong, resourceful protagonists. They may also enjoy books like Lucy Christopher’s Stolen or Natasha Preston’s The Cellar, which similarly blend tension and character-driven storytelling in high-stakes scenarios.

4.3

27,415 ratings

73%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

192

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Oregon • Contemporary

Theme
Publication Year

2010

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

Lexile Level

HL700L

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