45 pages 1 hour read

Patrick Ness

The Rest of Us Just Live Here

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2015

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Reviews & Readership

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Patrick Ness’ The Rest of Us Just Live Here is praised for its unique premise and character-driven narrative, effectively depicting the lives of ordinary teens in an extraordinary world. The blend of mundane and fantastical elements is intriguing, but some readers find the pacing slow and the plot occasionally disjointed. Overall, it's a thought-provoking and fresh take on the YA genre.

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Who Should Read The Rest of Us Just Live Here?

A reader who enjoys The Rest of Us Just Live Here by Patrick Ness likely appreciates unique twists on young adult genres, prefers character-driven narratives, and enjoys subtle satire. Comparable to the audience of John Green's Looking for Alaska and Rainbow Rowell's Eleanor & Park, they value introspective and emotionally rich stories.

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Reading Age

14-18years

Lexile Level

HL700L

Book Details

Genre
Fantasy
Romance
Modern Classic Fiction
Topics
LGBTQ
Love / Sexuality
Mental Illness
Themes
Identity: Mental Health
Emotions/Behavior: Love
Relationships: Family