The Unbecoming of Mara Dyer
The Unbecoming of Mara Dyer
Book Brief
480
Novel • Fiction
Miami, Florida • 2010s
2011
YA
14-18 years
Super Short Summary
In The Unbecoming of Mara Dyer, Mara, who survives a mysterious accident that kills her friends, moves to Florida with her family to start anew. She attends a new high school, where she meets Noah Shaw, grapples with hallucinations, and uncovers unsettling truths about the asylum incident and her emerging paranormal abilities, all intertwined with a budding romance. The novel contains depictions of sexual assault.
Mysterious
Dark
Unnerving
Emotional
Suspenseful
Reviews & Readership
189,500 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Review Roundup
The Unbecoming of Mara Dyer by Michelle Hodkin offers a gripping psychological thriller with strong character development and suspenseful plot twists. Readers praise its unique narrative voice and intense atmosphere. However, some criticize the convoluted storyline and pacing issues. Overall, it captivates with its eerie and mysterious allure.
Who Should Read The Unbecoming of Mara Dyer?
Readers who enjoy psychological thrillers and young adult paranormal romances will be captivated by The Unbecoming of Mara Dyer by Michelle Hodkin. Fans of series like The Raven Cycle by Maggie Stiefvater and Hush, Hush by Becca Fitzpatrick will appreciate its blend of mystery, romance, and supernatural elements.
189,500 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
The Unbecoming of Mara Dyer debuted on the New York Times bestseller list, and it quickly resonated with readers, gaining a significant fanbase due to its mysterious and psychological themes.
The book is the first installment in a trilogy, followed by The Evolution of Mara Dyer and The Retribution of Mara Dyer, which explore deeper into the complex and eerie storyline introduced in the first novel.
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Author Michelle Hodkin was inspired to write the book after hearing a friend's bizarre story about filing a wrongful death lawsuit, blending this dark inspiration with elements of romance and mystery.
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480
Novel • Fiction
Miami, Florida • 2010s
2011
YA
14-18 years
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