The Darkest Minds (The Darkest Minds, #1)
by Alexandra Bracken
The Darkest Minds by Alexandra Bracken holds a highly rated rating of 4.26 out of 5, based on 83.9K reader ratings. First published in 2012. The book spans 488 pages.
About The Darkest Minds
When Ruby woke up on her tenth birthday, something about her had changed. Something alarming enough to make her parents lock her in the garage and call the police. Something that gets her sent to Thurmond, a brutal government “rehabilitation camp.” She might have survived the mysterious disease that’s killed most of America’s children, but she and the others have emerged with something far worse: frightening abilities they cannot control.Now sixteen, Ruby is one of the dangerous ones.When the truth comes out, Ruby barely escapes Thurmond with her life. Now she’s on the run, desperate to find the one safe haven left for kids like her—East River. She joins a group of kids who escaped their own camp. Liam, their brave leader, is falling hard for Ruby. But no matter how much she aches for him, Ruby can’t risk getting close. Not after what happened to her parents.When they arrive at East River, nothing is as it seems, least of all its mysterious leader. But there are other forces at work, people who will stop at nothing to use Ruby in their fight against the government. Ruby will be faced with a terrible choice, one that may mean giving up her only chance at a life worth living.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Alexandra Bracken |
| Published | 2012 |
| Pages | 488 |
| Genres | Young Adult, Fantasy, Science Fiction, Romance, Fantasy |
| Average Rating | 4.26 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 83,886 |
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What genre is The Darkest Minds?
The Darkest Minds is categorized as Young Adult, Fantasy, Science Fiction, Romance. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is The Darkest Minds worth reading?
Based on 83.9K reader ratings, The Darkest Minds has an average score of 4.26 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is The Darkest Minds?
The Darkest Minds has 488 pages.
Who wrote The Darkest Minds?
The Darkest Minds was written by Alexandra Bracken. It was first published in 2012.
What is the ISBN for The Darkest Minds?
The ISBN-13 for The Darkest Minds is 9781423157370.0.
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