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Rook

Sharon Cameron
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Rook

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2015

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Sharon Cameron

Rook

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2015
Book Details
Pages

456

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Future Paris

Publication Year

2015

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

13-18 years

Lexile Level

810L

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Super Short Summary

Rook by Sharon Cameron follows a young person living in a future where technology has collapsed and society has returned to a more primitive state. The protagonist becomes involved with a mysterious rebel leader known as the Red Rook. They navigate political intrigue and danger while fighting to protect oppressed individuals and uncover secrets of the past.

Adventurous

Mysterious

Suspenseful

Dark

Romantic

Reviews & Readership

4.0

10,284 ratings

65%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Rook by Sharon Cameron immerses readers in a captivating post-apocalyptic world with a clever nod to the French Revolution. The book is praised for its rich world-building and engaging plot, though some critics note that its pacing can occasionally drag. The protagonist, Sophie's resilience and intelligence, is widely lauded, making for an empowering read despite any slower moments.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Rook?

A reader who enjoys Rook by Sharon Cameron likely appreciates dystopian adventures with historical twists. Fans of The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins or Divergent by Veronica Roth may find it compelling due to its mix of suspense, rebellion, and a strong female protagonist navigating a future society.

4.0

10,284 ratings

65%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

456

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Future Paris

Publication Year

2015

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

13-18 years

Lexile Level

810L

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