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Gone
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Book Brief
558
Novel • Fiction
California • Contemporary
2008
Adult
12-17 years
620L
Super Short Summary
In Gone by Michael Grant, fourteen-year-old Sam Temple faces a bizarre new reality when everyone over 15 disappears from his coastal town. As Sam and his friends, who have developed superpowers, struggle to rebuild their society, they encounter opposition from other "super" kids and mysterious, dangerous events. The story explores themes of leadership, power, and survival in a dystopian setting. The novel addresses topics such as violence, eating disorders, bullying/harassment, racism, ableism, underage drinking, and profanity.
Suspenseful
Dark
Mysterious
Unnerving
Adventurous
Reviews & Readership
210,603 ratings
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Review Roundup
Gone by Michael Grant offers a gripping and fast-paced narrative that captivates young adult readers with its unique premise of a world without adults. While the action-packed plot and well-drawn characters are praised for keeping readers engaged, some critics find the pacing uneven and certain subplots underdeveloped. Overall, it's an intriguing start to the series.
Who Should Read Gone?
Fans of fast-paced, character-driven dystopian novels will relish Michael Grant's Gone. Ideal readers are young adults who enjoyed The Maze Runner by James Dashner or The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins. The book offers a gripping look at a world where adults vanish, leaving teens to survive and govern themselves.
210,603 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
558
Novel • Fiction
California • Contemporary
2008
Adult
12-17 years
620L
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