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Linger

Maggie Stiefvater
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Linger

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2010

Book Brief

Maggie Stiefvater

Linger

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

384

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Mercy Falls, Minnesota • Contemporary

Publication Year

2010

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

800L

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Super Short Summary

In Linger by Maggie Stiefvater, Grace Brisbane and Sam Roth face new challenges in their relationship as Grace begins to suffer from a mysterious illness possibly linked to her childhood werewolf bite, while they navigate a werewolf community divided over seeking a cure or expanding the pack forcefully, and new werewolf Cole St. Clair struggles with his unsteady transformations. Depictions of illness and assault.

Emotional

Romantic

Bittersweet

Melancholic

Mysterious

Reviews & Readership

4.2

173,664 ratings

67%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Linger by Maggie Stiefvater captivates with its lyrical prose and deep exploration of emotions, continuing the romance and fantasy from the first book. Readers appreciate the evolving character dynamics, though some feel the pacing is uneven and the plot less engaging. Overall, it’s an atmospheric sequel that resonates with fans of the series.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Linger?

Fans of YA fantasy fiction with a touch of romance will be captivated by Maggie Stiefvater's Linger. Ideal for those who enjoyed Stephenie Meyer's Twilight series or Holly Black's The Cruel Prince, this novel appeals to readers who love intricate characters, supernatural elements, and emotionally charged narratives.

4.2

173,664 ratings

67%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

384

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Mercy Falls, Minnesota • Contemporary

Publication Year

2010

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

800L

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