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The Beautiful (The Beautiful, #1)

Renée Ahdieh
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The Beautiful (The Beautiful, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2019

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Renée Ahdieh

The Beautiful (The Beautiful, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2019
Book Details
Pages

425

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New Orleans, Louisiana • 1870s

Publication Year

2019

Recommended Reading Age

14+ years

Lexile Level

840L

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Super Short Summary

In The Beautiful by Renée Ahdieh, a young woman in 19th-century New Orleans becomes embroiled in a series of mysterious events, blending romance and the supernatural as she navigates love, danger, and her own secrets.

Reviews & Readership

4.0

40,111 ratings

61%

Loved it

28%

Mixed feelings

12%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Renée Ahdieh's The Beautiful offers a captivating blend of paranormal romance and historical fiction, set in 19th-century New Orleans. Readers praise its atmospheric setting and rich descriptions. However, some find the pacing uneven and the plot slow to develop. Overall, it's a lush, immersive read but may not satisfy those seeking fast-paced action.

Who should read this

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

The reader who would enjoy Renée Ahdieh's The Beautiful is likely a fan of dark, atmospheric tales with romantic and supernatural elements. Comparable to those captivated by Stephenie Meyer's Twilight series and Cassandra Clare's The Mortal Instruments, they appreciate intricate plots, historical settings, and alluring characters.

4.0

40,111 ratings

61%

Loved it

28%

Mixed feelings

12%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

425

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New Orleans, Louisiana • 1870s

Publication Year

2019

Recommended Reading Age

14+ years

Lexile Level

840L

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