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Hex Hall (Hex Hall, #1)

Rachel Hawkins
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Hex Hall (Hex Hall, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2010

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Rachel Hawkins

Hex Hall (Hex Hall, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2010
Book Details
Pages

323

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Georgia • Contemporary

Publication Year

2010

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

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Super Short Summary

Hex Hall by Rachel Hawkins follows a young girl with magical abilities who is sent to a reform school for wayward Prodigium—witches, shapeshifters, and faeries. There, she navigates friendships, discovers secrets about her family's past, and uncovers a mysterious threat to the school community.

Reviews & Readership

4.1

144,080 ratings

69%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Hex Hall by Rachel Hawkins has been praised for its engaging, witty writing and relatable protagonist. Readers enjoyed the blend of humor and supernatural elements. However, some critiqued it for predictable plot twists and underdeveloped supporting characters. Overall, it's seen as a fun, light read suitable for YA fantasy fans.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Hex Hall (Hex Hall, #1)?

Readers who relish supernatural adventures, coming-of-age tales, and light-hearted humor will enjoy Hex Hall by Rachel Hawkins. Ideal for fans of J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter series and Richelle Mead's Vampire Academy, it offers an engaging mix of magic, mystery, and relatable teenage struggles.

4.1

144,080 ratings

69%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

323

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Georgia • Contemporary

Publication Year

2010

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

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