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Lock and Key

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Young Adult Romance Fiction Fiction Chick-lit

by Sarah Dessen

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4.01 (120.5K ratings)
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description 432 pages

Lock and Key by Sarah Dessen holds a highly rated rating of 4.01 out of 5, based on 120.5K reader ratings. First published in 2008. The book spans 432 pages.

About Lock and Key

Ruby, where is your mother? Ruby knows that the game is up. For the past few months, she's been on her own in the yellow house, managing somehow, knowing that her mother will probably never return. That's how she comes to live with Cora, the sister she hasn't seen in ten years, and Cora's husband Jamie, whose down-to-earth demeanor makes it hard for Ruby to believe he founded the most popular networking Web site around. A luxurious house, fancy private school, a new wardrobe, the promise of college and a future; it's a dream come true. So why is Ruby such a reluctant Cinderella, wary and defensive? And why is Nate, the genial boy next door with some secrets of his own, unable to accept the help that Ruby is just learning to give? Best-selling author Sarah Dessen explores the heart of a gutsy, complex girl dealing with unforeseen circumstances and learning to trust again.

Detail Value
Author Sarah Dessen
Published 2008
Pages 432
Genres Young Adult, Romance, Fiction, Fiction, Chick-lit
Average Rating 4.01 / 5.00
Total Ratings 120,475

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

4.0
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120.5K ratings
With a rating of 4.01, Lock and Key is rated below the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 4.03, it performs on par. With 120.5K ratings, it is among the most reviewed books in its category.

How It Compares

4.01
This Book
4.03
Romance Average
4.17
Global Average

Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is Lock and Key?

Lock and Key is categorized as Young Adult, Romance, Fiction, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Romance.

Is Lock and Key worth reading?

Based on 120.5K reader ratings, Lock and Key has an average score of 4.01 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.

How many pages is Lock and Key?

Lock and Key has 432 pages.

Who wrote Lock and Key?

Lock and Key was written by Sarah Dessen. It was first published in 2008.

What is the ISBN for Lock and Key?

The ISBN-13 for Lock and Key is 9780670010880.0.

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