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Ashley Hope Pérez

Out of Darkness

Ashley Hope PérezFiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2015

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Ashley Hope Pérez

Out of Darkness

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2015
Book Details
Pages

400

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Texas • 1930s

Publication Year

2015

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In East Texas during the 1930s, Naomi Vargas and her half-siblings move to live with their stepfather, Henry, who has a history of abuse and religious fervor. As Naomi navigates school challenges and household duties, she forms a deep bond with Wash Fuller, a kind young man. The novel's climax involves a devastating school explosion and a subsequent violent confrontation, profoundly affecting their lives. Out of Darkness contains themes of sexual abuse, racism, and graphic violence.

Dark

Unnerving

Melancholic

Gritty

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

4.3

8,952 ratings

81%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Out of Darkness by Ashley Hope Pérez is critically acclaimed for its powerful storytelling and complex characters. The novel effectively addresses racial and cultural tensions of the 1930s, though some find its depiction of violence disturbing. Praised for its emotional depth and historical accuracy, the book draws strong reader engagement despite its controversial themes.

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Who Should Read Out of Darkness?

A reader who would enjoy Out of Darkness by Ashley Hope Pérez is likely drawn to emotionally intense, historical fiction with strong character development. Fans of The Book Thief and The Nightingale may appreciate this novel's exploration of love and tragedy amid 1930s racial tensions in Texas. Ideal for those seeking poignant, thought-provoking narratives.

4.3

8,952 ratings

81%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

400

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Texas • 1930s

Publication Year

2015

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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