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The Collector

K.R. Alexander
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The Collector

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2018

Book Brief

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K.R. Alexander

The Collector

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2018
Book Details
Pages

224

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Small Town • Contemporary

Publication Year

2018

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

Lexile Level

560L

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Super Short Summary

The Collector by K.R. Alexander follows a young person named Josie who moves to her grandmother's house in the woods, where she discovers mysterious rules against going into the forest. As Josie and her sister explore the surroundings, they encounter eerie events and uncover secrets about their family's past and the ominous presence watching them.

Mysterious

Unnerving

Dark

Suspenseful

Challenging

Reviews & Readership

4.3

5,313 ratings

69%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Collector by K.R. Alexander is praised for its engaging and suspenseful narrative, creating an eerie atmosphere that keeps young readers hooked. Its age-appropriate horror elements and fast pace appeal to middle-grade audiences. However, some reviewers feel the plot is predictable and characters lack depth. Overall, it's an exciting read for its target demographic.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Collector?

A reader who enjoys The Collector by K.R. Alexander likely appreciates eerie, fast-paced tales with a mix of horror and mystery. Fans of R.L. Stine’s Goosebumps series or Mary Downing Hahn’s Wait Till Helen Comes are drawn to its suspenseful and chilling narrative, aimed at middle-grade readers seeking a thrilling adventure.

4.3

5,313 ratings

69%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

224

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Small Town • Contemporary

Publication Year

2018

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

Lexile Level

560L

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