Ashes (Ashes Trilogy, #1)
Ashes (Ashes Trilogy, #1)
Fiction | Novel | Published in 2011
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
United States • Apocalyptic Future
2011
14-18 years
HL730L
Super Short Summary
Ashes by Ilsa J. Bick follows a young person named Alex, who embarks on a camping trip to find peace and clarity. After a catastrophic event leaves the world altered, Alex must navigate survival and newfound dangers. The novel explores themes of resilience and adaptation in a dramatically changed world.
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Ashes by Ilsa J. Bick captures readers with its gripping, fast-paced narrative and compelling premise. Fans praise the vivid, post-apocalyptic world-building and strong character development. However, some criticize its slower middle section and find the abrupt cliffhanger ending frustrating. Overall, it's a suspenseful and engaging read with room for improvement.
Who Should Read Ashes (Ashes Trilogy, #1)?
A reader who enjoys Ashes by Ilsa J. Bick is typically a fan of young adult dystopian fiction and survival stories. They would also appreciate intense, character-driven narratives similar to Suzanne Collins's The Hunger Games and Veronica Roth's Divergent, with a blend of post-apocalyptic and sci-fi elements.
26,323 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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Novel • Fiction
United States • Apocalyptic Future
2011
14-18 years
HL730L
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