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Hidden (Alex Verus, #5)

Helen Frost
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Hidden (Alex Verus, #5)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2014

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Helen Frost

Hidden (Alex Verus, #5)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2014
Book Details
Pages

336

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Duluth, Minnesota • Contemporary

Publication Year

2014

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

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Super Short Summary

Hidden by Helen Frost follows the interwoven lives of Wren Abbott and Darra Monson, both profoundly affected by a traumatic event. Wren is hidden in Darra's garage after a botched crime separates her from her family. Years later, the girls confront their past at summer camp, uncovering deep emotional truths.

Reviews & Readership

4.3

15,841 ratings

86%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

1%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Hidden by Helen Frost is widely praised for its lyrical verse and compelling, suspenseful narrative. Readers appreciate its exploration of friendship and forgiveness, and the dual perspectives enrich the emotional depth. Some critique its pacing and predictability, but overall, it's regarded as a thoughtful and engaging read suitable for young adults.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Hidden (Alex Verus, #5)?

Readers who enjoy heartfelt middle-grade fiction with themes of friendship, survival, and personal growth will be captivated by Helen Frost's Hidden. Fans of Sharon Creech's Walk Two Moons or Katherine Paterson's Bridge to Terabithia will find similar emotional depth and character development.

4.3

15,841 ratings

86%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

1%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

336

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Duluth, Minnesota • Contemporary

Publication Year

2014

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

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