Sonora
Sonora
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2017
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
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Modern Classic FictionArizona • 1990s
2017
YA
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Sonora by Hannah Lillith Assadi explores the life of a young person navigating identity, relationships, and the stark reality of growing up in the desert landscape of Arizona. The narrative delves into themes of belonging, existential longing, and the challenges faced on the cusp of adulthood in an evocative, haunting setting.
Mysterious
Melancholic
Gritty
Contemplative
Bittersweet
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Hannah Lillith Assadi's Sonora evokes a mesmerizing landscape with a lyrical narrative, praised for its atmospheric prose and exploration of identity and displacement. However, some readers find the plot meandering and lacking in depth. Overall, the novel is celebrated for its evocative imagery and emotional resonance, resonating with those who appreciate an introspective journey.
Who Should Read Sonora?
A reader who enjoys Sonora by Hannah Lillith Assadi is likely drawn to lyrical narratives exploring identity, friendship, and mysticism. Fans of The Girls by Emma Cline and The Virgin Suicides by Jeffrey Eugenides may appreciate its dreamlike prose and haunting atmosphere.
892 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Novel • Fiction
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Modern Classic FictionArizona • 1990s
2017
YA
18+ years
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