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Panic

Lauren Oliver, 蘿倫·奧立佛
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Panic

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2014

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Lauren Oliver, 蘿倫·奧立佛

Panic

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

408

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Horror & Suspense

Mystery & Crime Fiction

Realistic Fiction
Setting

Carp, New York • 2010s

Publication Year

2014

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

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Super Short Summary

Panic by Lauren Oliver follows a group of high school graduates in a small town who participate in a dangerous competition called Panic. Heather and Dodge, among other participants, face a series of challenges driven by fear and risk, all while confronting personal struggles and the hope of a better future.

Suspenseful

Dark

Challenging

Emotional

Mysterious

Reviews & Readership

3.8

64,685 ratings

54%

Loved it

33%

Mixed feelings

13%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Panic by Lauren Oliver captures readers with its suspenseful narrative and deep character development. The novel's strengths lie in its thrilling plot and the emotional depth of its characters. However, some critics feel it relies too heavily on clichés and predictable elements. Overall, it delivers an engaging depiction of adolescence and risk-taking.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Panic?

A reader who enjoys Panic by Lauren Oliver likely appreciates high-stakes, suspenseful YA novels centered on themes of courage, friendship, and self-discovery. Fans of The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins and Divergent by Veronica Roth may find this book captivating due to its gripping premise and relatable characters.

3.8

64,685 ratings

54%

Loved it

33%

Mixed feelings

13%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

408

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Horror & Suspense

Mystery & Crime Fiction

Realistic Fiction
Setting

Carp, New York • 2010s

Publication Year

2014

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

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