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Wake (Wake, #1)

Lisa McMann
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Wake (Wake, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2008

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Lisa McMann

Wake (Wake, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2008
Book Details
Pages

210

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Michigan • 2000s

Publication Year

2008

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

530L

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Super Short Summary

Wake by Lisa McMann follows a young person named Janie who has the involuntary ability to be pulled into others' dreams. As Janie navigates this challenging and often unsettling gift, she faces issues of safety, reality, and relationships, all while trying to maintain a semblance of normalcy in her own life.

Reviews & Readership

4.0

82,626 ratings

62%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

14%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Wake by Lisa McMann offers a compelling and imaginative premise featuring a protagonist who involuntarily slips into others' dreams. Positive reviews commend its fast pacing and engaging narrative. However, some critique its simplistic prose and underdeveloped characters. Overall, it’s praised for delivering an intriguing and quick read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Wake (Wake, #1)?

Readers who enjoy young adult supernatural thrillers with strong emotional depth will appreciate Lisa McMann's Wake. Fans of Twilight by Stephenie Meyer and The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins will find the book's gripping plot and relatable protagonist compelling. This novel appeals to those who thrive on suspense and fantasy intertwined with everyday teenage challenges.

4.0

82,626 ratings

62%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

14%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

210

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Michigan • 2000s

Publication Year

2008

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

530L

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