68 pages 2 hours read

Robert Cormier

After The First Death

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1979

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Reviews & Readership

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After the First Death by Robert Cormier is often praised for its intense psychological depth and compelling narrative. Reviewers commend its realistic portrayal of complex characters and moral ambiguity. However, some criticize its dark themes and slow pacing. The novel's exploration of terrorism and its impact on individuals is thought-provoking but may not appeal to all readers.

Who should read this

Who Should Read After The First Death?

Fans of psychological thrillers filled with moral ambiguity and complex characters would enjoy Robert Cormier's After The First Death. Similar readers appreciate Lord of the Flies by William Golding and The Chocolate War by Cormier, where intense narratives explore the darker facets of human nature and adolescent struggles.

Recommended

Reading Age

14-18years

Book Details

Genre
Horror / Thriller / Suspense Fiction
Mystery / Crime Fiction
Psychological Fiction
Topics
Military / War
Trauma / Abuse / Violence
Education
Themes
Life/Time: Mortality & Death
Emotions/Behavior: Fear
Values/Ideas: Good & Evil