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The Archived (The Archived, #1)

Victoria Schwab
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The Archived (The Archived, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2013

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Victoria Schwab

The Archived (The Archived, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2013
Book Details
Pages

327

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

2010s

Publication Year

2013

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

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Super Short Summary

The Archived by Victoria Schwab centers on Mackenzie Bishop, a young girl who becomes a Keeper tasked with returning wayward Histories—spirits of the dead—to an otherworldly library. Balancing this responsibility with her personal life, she uncovers hidden secrets and faces challenges that test her role and resolve.

Reviews & Readership

4.1

35,773 ratings

74%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Victoria Schwab's The Archived captivates readers with its unique premise and atmospheric writing. Its rich, imaginative world-building and strong, relatable protagonist are frequently praised. However, some find the pacing uneven and secondary characters underdeveloped. Overall, it's a compelling read with minor flaws in execution.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Archived (The Archived, #1)?

Readers who enjoy The Archived by Victoria Schwab are typically teens and young adults who love dark, atmospheric novels with supernatural elements. Fans of Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children by Ransom Riggs and The Raven Boys by Maggie Stiefvater will find this book equally captivating due to its blend of mystery, fantasy, and deep emotional themes.

4.1

35,773 ratings

74%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

327

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

2010s

Publication Year

2013

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

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