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The Radius of Us

Marie Marquardt
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The Radius of Us

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2017

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Marie Marquardt

The Radius of Us

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2017
Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Realistic Fiction

Romance

Modern Classic Fiction
Setting

Atlanta, Georgia • 2010s

Theme
Family
Topic
Mental Illness

Love & Sexuality
Publication Year

2017

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

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Super Short Summary

The Radius of Us by Marie Marquardt explores the connection between two teenagers from different backgrounds: a young woman, grappling with trauma and anxiety, and a young man, fleeing violence in El Salvador. Their paths intersect in the United States, where they discover resilience, healing, and understanding through shared experiences, offering a profound look at empathy and human connection.

Emotional

Inspirational

Romantic

Hopeful

Heartwarming

Reviews & Readership

3.9

1,731 ratings

73%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Radius of Us by Marie Marquardt is praised for its compassionate portrayal of immigration and trauma. Readers appreciate the well-developed characters and dual narrative structure. However, some find the pacing uneven and the dialogue occasionally unrealistic. Overall, the novel is considered a poignant and relevant exploration of empathy and resilience.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Radius of Us?

A reader who would enjoy The Radius of Us is likely a young adult interested in contemporary romance and social issues, particularly immigration and PTSD. Fans of Nicola Yoon's The Sun Is Also a Star and Angie Thomas's The Hate U Give would appreciate its blend of empathy, personal growth, and societal themes.

3.9

1,731 ratings

73%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Realistic Fiction

Romance

Modern Classic Fiction
Setting

Atlanta, Georgia • 2010s

Theme
Family
Topic
Mental Illness

Love & Sexuality
Publication Year

2017

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

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