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Sever (The Chemical Garden, #3)

Lauren DeStefano
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Sever (The Chemical Garden, #3)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2013

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Lauren DeStefano

Sever (The Chemical Garden, #3)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2013
Book Details
Pages

371

Format

Novel • Fiction

Period
Setting

Future Dystopian World

Publication Year

2013

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

HL730L

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Super Short Summary

Sever by Lauren DeStefano follows the journey of a young girl named Rhine as she fights for freedom in a dystopian world. She navigates complex relationships and challenges, seeking to uncover the truth about her captivity and find a path to reunite with her family. The novel explores themes of love, survival, and resilience.

Reviews & Readership

4.1

27,656 ratings

63%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Lauren DeStefano's Sever captivates with its imaginative dystopian world and compelling plot twists, satisfying fans of the series. However, some readers find character development inconsistent and the ending somewhat rushed. Overall, it’s a gripping conclusion that will appeal to fans but may leave some questions unanswered.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Sever (The Chemical Garden, #3)?

Fans of dystopian novels like The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins and Divergent by Veronica Roth will enjoy Sever by Lauren DeStefano. This book appeals to readers who crave compelling, character-driven stories set in hauntingly imaginative worlds—ideal for young adults and sci-fi enthusiasts.

4.1

27,656 ratings

63%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

371

Format

Novel • Fiction

Period
Setting

Future Dystopian World

Publication Year

2013

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

HL730L

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