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Still Life with Tornado

A.S. King
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Still Life with Tornado

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2016

Book Brief

A.S. King

Still Life with Tornado

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2016
Book Details
Pages

320

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania • Contemporary

Theme
Publication Year

2016

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

620L

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Super Short Summary

Still Life with Tornado by A.S. King follows sixteen-year-old Sarah, an artist facing an identity crisis as she grapples with her parents' failing marriage and a mysterious, traumatic event from a family trip to Mexico that she struggles to remember. Her younger self appears to guide her through her blocked memories, ultimately encouraging her to confront the past and heal. This book includes themes of physical abuse within a family.

Mysterious

Contemplative

Emotional

Bittersweet

Melancholic

Reviews & Readership

4.1

7,248 ratings

68%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Still Life with Tornado by A.S. King is lauded for its innovative narrative structure and compelling exploration of trauma and identity. The protagonist's journey through multiple timelines is both poignant and thought-provoking. However, some readers find the surreal elements confusing and the pace uneven. Overall, King's unique storytelling captivates and challenges the reader.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Still Life with Tornado?

Readers who appreciate Still Life with Tornado by A.S. King are typically fans of contemporary young adult fiction that delves into complex family dynamics and personal identity. They might enjoy novels like John Green's Looking for Alaska or Jandy Nelson's I'll Give You the Sun, which also explore emotional depth and poignant themes.

4.1

7,248 ratings

68%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

320

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania • Contemporary

Theme
Publication Year

2016

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

620L

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