The Replacement
The Replacement
Fiction | Novel | Published in 2010
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Gentry, Pennsylvania • Contemporary
2010
14-18 years
HL750L
Super Short Summary
The Replacement by Brenna Yovanoff follows Mackie Doyle, a teenager who is actually a changeling left in place of a human child. Mackie navigates the challenges of fitting into human society while facing threats from his true origin and discovering the dark secrets of his town.
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Review Roundup
Yovanoff’s The Replacement has drawn praise for its hauntingly atmospheric world and compellingly dark premise. While the novel's rich, lyrical prose and unique twist on changeling folklore are lauded, some critics find the character development and pacing uneven. Overall, it captivates with its eerie charm and imaginative storytelling.
Who Should Read The Replacement?
A reader who would enjoy The Replacement by Brenna Yovanoff is likely a fan of dark, atmospheric young adult fiction with elements of horror and fantasy. Similar to readers of Coraline by Neil Gaiman and Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children by Ransom Riggs, they appreciate eerie, supernatural tales with deep emotional undercurrents.
20,926 ratings
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Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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Novel • Fiction
Gentry, Pennsylvania • Contemporary
2010
14-18 years
HL750L
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