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The Edge of Nowhere

Elizabeth George
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The Edge of Nowhere

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2012

Book Brief

Elizabeth George

The Edge of Nowhere

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2012
Book Details
Pages

464

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Whidbey Island • Contemporary

Publication Year

2012

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

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Super Short Summary

The Edge of Nowhere by Elizabeth George follows Becca King, a girl fleeing her murderous stepfather with the help of her mother, traveling from San Diego to Whidbey Island, where she tries to hide her supernatural ability to hear thoughts. Stranded after her mother's friend dies, Becca navigates high school, befriends peers, and gets drawn into mysterious happenings on the island, all while her stepfather closes in. This book includes themes of murder and violence.

Mysterious

Suspenseful

Dark

Emotional

Unnerving

Reviews & Readership

3.7

5,120 ratings

49%

Loved it

33%

Mixed feelings

19%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Edge of Nowhere by Elizabeth George is praised for its engaging and well-crafted mystery, appealing to young adult readers. However, some critics find the pacing uneven and the character development lacking depth. Overall, it delivers an intriguing plot with a strong setting, making it a solid but not exceptional addition to the genre.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Edge of Nowhere?

Readers who enjoy The Edge of Nowhere by Elizabeth George are typically aficionados of young adult suspense novels. They appreciate complex characters and intricate plots. Fans of The Lovely Bones by Alice Sebold and Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn will relish the eerie atmosphere and the mysterious narrative.

3.7

5,120 ratings

49%

Loved it

33%

Mixed feelings

19%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

464

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Whidbey Island • Contemporary

Publication Year

2012

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

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