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The Loneliest Girl in the Universe

Lauren James
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The Loneliest Girl in the Universe

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2018

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Lauren James

The Loneliest Girl in the Universe

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2018
Book Details
Pages

290

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Space • Future

Theme
Publication Year

2018

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

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Super Short Summary

The Loneliest Girl in the Universe by Lauren James follows a person's journey aboard a spaceship, where isolation is confronted and connections are formed through unexpected communication. The narrative explores themes of survival, identity, and human connection in an extraordinary setting, weaving a suspenseful and emotional storyline.

Reviews & Readership

4.0

23,837 ratings

63%

Loved it

27%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Loneliest Girl in the Universe by Lauren James captivates with its unique blend of sci-fi and psychological thriller elements. Readers praise its well-crafted suspense and strong, relatable protagonist. However, some critique the pacing as uneven, with a slow start that may deter some. Overall, it's an engaging read for fans of space and mystery.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Loneliest Girl in the Universe?

Fans of gripping YA science fiction and psychological thrillers will enjoy Lauren James's The Loneliest Girl in the Universe. Readers who loved Illuminae by Amie Kaufman and Jay Kristoff or Life As We Knew It by Susan Beth Pfeffer will find themselves captivated by this suspenseful and emotionally intense story set in deep space.

4.0

23,837 ratings

63%

Loved it

27%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

290

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Space • Future

Theme
Publication Year

2018

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

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