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Ash and Quill

Rachel Caine
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Ash and Quill

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2017

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Rachel Caine

Ash and Quill

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2017
Book Details
Pages

338

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania • Alternate Reality

Publication Year

2017

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

HL740L

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Super Short Summary

In Ash and Quill by Rachel Caine, individuals trapped in a dystopian world must navigate a complex society where the Great Library controls knowledge. Facing challenges and forging alliances, they strive to overcome oppressive systems and secure their freedom while grappling with themes of power, rebellion, and the value of information.

Suspenseful

Adventurous

Mysterious

Challenging

Dark

Reviews & Readership

4.3

12,098 ratings

82%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Ash and Quill by Rachel Caine captivates with its fast-paced plot and rich world-building, continuing the gripping story of the Great Library series. Readers praise its character development and suspenseful twists. However, some feel the narrative occasionally stalls and the focus on relationships overshadows the central dystopian themes. Overall, it's an engaging addition to the series.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Ash and Quill?

Ash and Quill by Rachel Caine will captivate readers who enjoy fast-paced dystopian adventures with a strong focus on libraries and forbidden knowledge, similar to The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins and The Maze Runner by James Dashner. Fans of intriguing world-building and character-driven narratives will be thoroughly engaged.

4.3

12,098 ratings

82%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

338

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania • Alternate Reality

Publication Year

2017

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

HL740L

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