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The Vanishing Season

Jodi Lynn Anderson
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The Vanishing Season

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2014

Book Brief

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Jodi Lynn Anderson

The Vanishing Season

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2014
Book Details
Pages

272

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Door County, Wisconsin • Contemporary

Publication Year

2014

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

850L

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Super Short Summary

The Vanishing Season by Jodi Lynn Anderson is a mysterious tale following a young girl named Maggie as she moves to a small town in the Midwest. The community is gripped by fear as local teenagers begin disappearing. Maggie forms connections with new friends, exploring themes of friendship, love, and the unknown amid the chilling atmosphere.

Mysterious

Melancholic

Contemplative

Reviews & Readership

3.6

4,224 ratings

47%

Loved it

33%

Mixed feelings

20%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Vanishing Season by Jodi Lynn Anderson is praised for its lyrical prose and atmospheric setting, effectively drawing readers into a haunting small-town mystery. The character development is compelling, though some might find the pacing slow. A few readers wish for more plot resolution, but the emotional depth and unique narrative style are highlights.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Vanishing Season?

A reader who enjoys The Vanishing Season by Jodi Lynn Anderson likely appreciates atmospheric, coming-of-age stories with a hint of mystery and magic. Fans of If I Stay by Gayle Forman and We Were Liars by E. Lockhart would find this novel's blend of emotional depth and lyrical prose appealing.

3.6

4,224 ratings

47%

Loved it

33%

Mixed feelings

20%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

272

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Door County, Wisconsin • Contemporary

Publication Year

2014

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

850L

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