Breathe
Breathe
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2012
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Dome-covered world • Future
2012
YA
12-18 years
HL700L
Super Short Summary
In Breathe by Sarah Crossan, individuals live in a dystopian world with scarce oxygen, controlled by a company. The story follows three teenagers: a Premium with privileges, a Resourceful surviving with less, and a dissenter with rebellious intentions. Their paths intertwine as they navigate survival, control, and resistance in their oxygen-depleted society.
Suspenseful
Adventurous
Challenging
Dark
Mysterious
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Breathe by Sarah Crossan offers an engaging dystopian tale where oxygen scarcity dictates society. Readers praise its imaginative world-building and brisk pacing. However, some critique the character development as lacking depth. Crossan's exploration of environmental themes resonates, but narrative predictability is occasionally noted. Overall, it's a compelling YA read.
Who Should Read Breathe?
Fans of dystopian tales like The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins and Divergent by Veronica Roth will enjoy Breathe by Sarah Crossan. Readers who appreciate stories of survival, environmental themes, and strong character dynamics within dire, controlled societies will find this novel captivating.
18,635 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
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Novel • Fiction
Dome-covered world • Future
2012
YA
12-18 years
HL700L
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