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The Sweet Far Thing (Gemma Doyle, #3)

Libba Bray
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The Sweet Far Thing (Gemma Doyle, #3)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2007

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Libba Bray

The Sweet Far Thing (Gemma Doyle, #3)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2007
Book Details
Pages

819

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

London, England • 1890s

Publication Year

2007

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

640L

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Super Short Summary

The Sweet Far Thing by Libba Bray follows a young individual navigating complex worlds and personal challenges. As they explore powers and face significant choices, the protagonist is entwined in a narrative of self-discovery and change. This final installment in the Gemma Doyle Trilogy delves into themes of power, friendship, and destiny in a fantastical Victorian setting.

Reviews & Readership

4.2

73,157 ratings

71%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Libba Bray's The Sweet Far Thing offers a richly descriptive narrative that captivates with its elaborate world-building and strong female protagonist, winning praise for its imagination and emotional depth. However, some reviewers noted pacing issues and found the plot occasionally convoluted. Overall, it's an ambitious, if lengthy, conclusion to the trilogy.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Sweet Far Thing (Gemma Doyle, #3)?

Readers who revel in gothic Victorian tales with strong, complex heroines will be enthralled by Libba Bray's The Sweet Far Thing. Fans of A Great and Terrible Beauty and Rebel Angels will find thematic and tonal continuity. Comparable to works like Jane Eyre and A Discovery of Witches, it blends magic with richly woven historical settings.

4.2

73,157 ratings

71%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

819

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

London, England • 1890s

Publication Year

2007

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

640L

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