Ruined (Ruined, #1)
Ruined (Ruined, #1)
Fiction | Novel | Published in 2009
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
New Orleans, Louisiana • Contemporary
2009
12-18 years
Super Short Summary
In Paula Morris' Ruined, a young girl named Rebecca moves to New Orleans and uncovers secrets about her own ancestral history while encountering a ghost. Navigating her new surroundings and friendships, she learns about the rich and haunted past of the city, intertwining her fate with long-buried family mysteries.
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Ruined by Paula Morris is praised for its atmospheric depiction of New Orleans and its engaging mystery. Reviewers appreciate the rich historical context and supernatural elements woven into the plot. However, some critics note the pacing can be slow, and certain characters lack depth. Overall, it offers a compelling read for those interested in ghost stories and Southern Gothic settings.
Who Should Read Ruined (Ruined, #1)?
The ideal reader for Paula Morris's Ruined enjoys gripping YA mysteries with supernatural elements, set against rich historical backdrops. Fans of Ransom Riggs's Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children or Kami Garcia and Margaret Stohl's Beautiful Creatures series will find this novel's mix of ghostly intrigue and New Orleans lore compelling.
14,388 ratings
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Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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Novel • Fiction
New Orleans, Louisiana • Contemporary
2009
12-18 years
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