The Rapture
The Rapture
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2009
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
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Science Fiction•
British LiteratureEngland • Near Future
2009
YA
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In The Rapture by Liz Jensen, a child therapist works with a troubled teenager who claims to have apocalyptic visions. As natural disasters begin occurring, the therapist confronts skepticism and fear, navigating a complex web of belief, science, and impending catastrophe. The narrative explores themes of faith, mental health, and environmental crisis.
Mysterious
Dark
Suspenseful
Unnerving
Gritty
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Rapture by Liz Jensen captivates with its blend of psychological thriller and environmental cautionary tale, showcasing vibrant prose and a gripping plot. Readers praise its compelling characters and intense pace. However, some find the plot's plausibility stretched and the ending unconvincing. Overall, it remains a thought-provoking read that stimulates discussion.
Who Should Read The Rapture?
A reader who enjoys The Rapture by Liz Jensen likely appreciates psychological thrillers with apocalyptic themes. Fans of Margaret Atwood's The Year of the Flood or Cormac McCarthy's The Road will find Jensen's narrative intriguing, as it combines suspense with thought-provoking questions about humanity and the future.
2,648 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
304
Novel • Fiction
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Science Fiction•
British LiteratureEngland • Near Future
2009
YA
18+ years
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