43 pages 1 hour read

Lauren Wolk

Beyond the Bright Sea

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2017

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Reviews & Readership

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Lauren Wolk's Beyond the Bright Sea captivates readers with its lyrical prose and evocative setting, drawing praise for its heartfelt exploration of identity and belonging. However, some reviewers find the pacing slow and certain plot elements predictable. Overall, it remains a beautifully written, thought-provoking novel suited for both young and older audiences.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Beyond the Bright Sea?

A reader who would enjoy Beyond the Bright Sea by Lauren Wolk is likely someone who appreciates historical fiction with rich, atmospheric settings and strong, young protagonists. Fans of Island of the Blue Dolphins by Scott O'Dell or The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett will find this book similarly engaging.

Recommended

Reading Age

10-14years

Lexile Level

770L

Book Details

Genre
Realistic Fiction
Children's Literature
Mystery / Crime Fiction
Themes
Relationships: Family
Topics
History: World