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The Dark and Hollow Places (The Forest of Hands and Teeth, #3)

Carrie Ryan
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The Dark and Hollow Places (The Forest of Hands and Teeth, #3)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2011

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Carrie Ryan

The Dark and Hollow Places (The Forest of Hands and Teeth, #3)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2011
Book Details
Pages

384

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Post-apocalyptic world

Publication Year

2011

Recommended Reading Age

15-18 years

Lexile Level

860L

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Super Short Summary

The Dark and Hollow Places by Carrie Ryan is a post-apocalyptic novel that follows Annah, a young person navigating a world overrun by the undead. Set in a dilapidated city, Annah struggles with survival, loss, and hope as she encounters new friends and enemies while seeking safety and redemption. Part of the Forest of Hands and Teeth series.

Reviews & Readership

4.3

23,485 ratings

73%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Many reviewers praise The Dark and Hollow Places by Carrie Ryan for its intense atmosphere and strong, complex characters. The narrative's dark, gripping tone and emotional depth are highlighted as significant strengths. However, some criticize the pacing and predictability in parts of the plot. Overall, it is noted as a compelling and haunting read, especially for young adult audiences.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Dark and Hollow Places (The Forest of Hands and Teeth, #3)?

Fans of dystopian fiction and dark, emotional narratives will relish Carrie Ryan's The Dark and Hollow Places. Ideal for readers who enjoyed The Hunger Games series by Suzanne Collins or The Maze Runner series by James Dashner, this novel combines action, survival, and a hauntingly atmospheric setting.

4.3

23,485 ratings

73%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

384

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Post-apocalyptic world

Publication Year

2011

Recommended Reading Age

15-18 years

Lexile Level

860L

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