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The Ivies

Alexa Donne
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The Ivies

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2021

Book Brief

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Alexa Donne

The Ivies

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2021
Book Details
Pages

312

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Horror & Suspense

Mystery & Crime Fiction

Modern Classic Fiction
Setting

Massachusetts • 2020s

Topic
Education
Publication Year

2021

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

HL680L

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Super Short Summary

The Ivies by Alexa Donne follows a group of competitive high school students at an elite boarding school who engage in cutthroat tactics to secure spots in prestigious universities. The narrative intensifies when a student death raises suspicions, revealing the hidden secrets and extreme lengths these students will go to for success.

Mysterious

Suspenseful

Dark

Gritty

Challenging

Reviews & Readership

3.9

18,555 ratings

60%

Loved it

32%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Ivies by Alexa Donne is a thrilling YA mystery that captivates with its engaging plot and complex characters. Positive aspects include its exploration of competitive high school dynamics and suspenseful pacing. However, some readers find the predictability of certain plot twists and character development lacking. Overall, it offers an entertaining yet familiar read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Ivies?

A reader who craves a thrilling blend of mystery and social intrigue typical of elite academic settings, similar to One of Us Is Lying and Gossip Girl, would enjoy Alexa Donne's The Ivies. Ideal for fans of plotting, secrets, and the high stakes of exclusive college admissions.

3.9

18,555 ratings

60%

Loved it

32%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

312

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Horror & Suspense

Mystery & Crime Fiction

Modern Classic Fiction
Setting

Massachusetts • 2020s

Topic
Education
Publication Year

2021

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

HL680L

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