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John Christopher

The White Mountains

John ChristopherFiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1967

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John Christopher

The White Mountains

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1967
Book Details
Pages

272

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Europe • Distant Future

Publication Year

1967

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

Lexile Level

890L

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Super Short Summary

The White Mountains by John Christopher follows thirteen-year-old Will Parker, who, fearing subjugation by massive Tripods that control humanity through brain implants, undertakes a perilous journey to a secret resistance community in the White Mountains, accompanied by his cousin Henry and a new friend, Beanpole. Topics include enslavement and a hypothetical death by suicide.

Adventurous

Mysterious

Suspenseful

Fantastical

Nostalgic

Reviews & Readership

4.2

15,032 ratings

73%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The White Mountains by John Christopher captivates readers with its imaginative post-apocalyptic world and thrilling adventure. Praised for its fast-paced narrative and strong character development, it deeply engages young adults. However, some critics find the prose dated and the plot predictable. Despite minor flaws, it remains a compelling and thought-provoking read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The White Mountains?

Readers who enjoyed Ender's Game by Orson Scott Card or The Maze Runner by James Dashner will likely appreciate The White Mountains by John Christopher. Fans of young adult science fiction, dystopian futures, and adventure will find the novel's themes of rebellion, survival, and personal growth compelling.

4.2

15,032 ratings

73%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

272

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Europe • Distant Future

Publication Year

1967

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

Lexile Level

890L

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