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The Blue Girl

Charles de Lint
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The Blue Girl

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2006

Book Brief

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Charles de Lint

The Blue Girl

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2006
Book Details
Pages

368

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Fairy Tale & Folklore

Fantasy

Science Fiction
Setting

Newford • Contemporary

Topic
Religion & Spirituality
Publication Year

2006

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

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Super Short Summary

In The Blue Girl by Charles de Lint, a teenager named Imogene moves to a new town and attends Redding High School. Imogene, once involved with a questionable crowd, befriends Maxine and encounters a ghost named Adrian. Together, they confront challenges involving bullying and the supernatural, while Imogene's past and Adrian's history intertwine in unexpected ways.

Mysterious

Fantastical

Contemplative

Emotional

Nostalgic

Reviews & Readership

4.3

9,938 ratings

69%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Blue Girl by Charles de Lint merges urban fantasy with young adult themes, creating a captivating story with vivid world-building. Readers praise its imaginative blend of folklore and modern life. However, some critics point out a slow pace and underdeveloped characters. Overall, it's a magical journey with a thought-provoking narrative.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Blue Girl?

A reader who enjoys The Blue Girl by Charles de Lint likely appreciates urban fantasy with a mix of the supernatural and everyday life. Similar to fans of Neverwhere by Neil Gaiman or City of Bones by Cassandra Clare, they enjoy rich world-building, quirky characters, and themes of identity and friendship.

4.3

9,938 ratings

69%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

368

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Fairy Tale & Folklore

Fantasy

Science Fiction
Setting

Newford • Contemporary

Topic
Religion & Spirituality
Publication Year

2006

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

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