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On the Island (On the Island, #1)

Tracey Garvis Graves
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On the Island (On the Island, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2012

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Tracey Garvis Graves

On the Island (On the Island, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2012
Book Details
Pages

328

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Deserted Island • Contemporary

Publication Year

2012

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

On the Island by Tracey Garvis Graves narrates the story of an English teacher and a teenage cancer survivor who become stranded on a remote island after their plane crashes. Together, they face physical and emotional challenges while trying to survive and find rescue.

Reviews & Readership

4.3

96,076 ratings

78%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

On the Island by Tracey Garvis Graves offers a gripping, romantic survival story with engaging characters and a unique setting. Readers appreciate the emotional depth and chemistry between protagonists. However, some critique the predictability of the plot and occasional unrealistic scenarios. Overall, it's a compelling read for romance fans drawn to survival themes.

Who should read this

Who Should Read On the Island (On the Island, #1)?

On the Island by Tracey Garvis Graves appeals to readers who enjoy contemporary romances with survival themes. Fans of The Blue Lagoon by Henry De Vere Stacpoole and Castaway will appreciate this book's blend of adventure and emotional depth, as well as its examination of relationships formed under extraordinary circumstances.

4.3

96,076 ratings

78%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Fun Facts

On the Island was initially self-published by Tracey Garvis Graves in 2011 before being picked up by a major publisher due to its popularity.

The book became a New York Times bestseller, showcasing the potential success of self-published works.

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Tracey Garvis Graves was inspired by her love of travel and adventure when writing On the Island.

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Book Details
Pages

328

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Deserted Island • Contemporary

Publication Year

2012

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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