The Knockout Queen
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2020
277
Novel • Fiction
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Modern Classic FictionSuburban California • Contemporary
2020
YA
18+ years
The Knockout Queen by Rufi Thorpe explores the friendship between two high school students, Bunny and Michael, in a California suburb. Through personal struggles and societal challenges, their bond is tested by a violent incident that impacts their lives, highlighting themes of identity, societal expectations, and resilience.
Gritty
Mysterious
Emotional
Challenging
Contemplative
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Rufi Thorpe's The Knockout Queen is lauded for its sharp, engaging prose and complex characters, offering a poignant exploration of friendship and identity. While some readers appreciate its raw depiction of adolescence, others find the narrative pacing uneven. The thematic depth and emotional insights, however, mark it as a thought-provoking read.
A reader who enjoys The Knockout Queen by Rufi Thorpe likely appreciates complex character studies and coming-of-age narratives. Fans of The Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky or My Absolute Darling by Gabriel Tallent will find similar themes of friendship, identity, and resilience.
14,410 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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277
Novel • Fiction
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Modern Classic FictionSuburban California • Contemporary
2020
YA
18+ years
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