Panic
Panic
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Carp, New York • 2010s
2014
YA
14-18 years
Super Short Summary
Panic by Lauren Oliver follows a group of high school graduates in a small town who participate in a dangerous competition called Panic. Heather and Dodge, among other participants, face a series of challenges driven by fear and risk, all while confronting personal struggles and the hope of a better future.
Suspenseful
Dark
Challenging
Emotional
Mysterious
Reviews & Readership
64,685 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Review Roundup
Panic by Lauren Oliver captures readers with its suspenseful narrative and deep character development. The novel's strengths lie in its thrilling plot and the emotional depth of its characters. However, some critics feel it relies too heavily on clichés and predictable elements. Overall, it delivers an engaging depiction of adolescence and risk-taking.
Who Should Read Panic?
A reader who enjoys Panic by Lauren Oliver likely appreciates high-stakes, suspenseful YA novels centered on themes of courage, friendship, and self-discovery. Fans of The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins and Divergent by Veronica Roth may find this book captivating due to its gripping premise and relatable characters.
64,685 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Panic by Lauren Oliver was originally published on March 4, 2014, and later adapted into a television series on Amazon Prime Video in 2021.
Lauren Oliver started writing Panic while she was on a plane, inspired by the idea of panic attacks and how people cope with fear.
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Panic explores themes drawn from Oliver's observations of high-stakes activities and interaction among young people in rural areas.
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Novel • Fiction
Carp, New York • 2010s
2014
YA
14-18 years
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