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The Glass Town Game

Catherynne M. Valente
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The Glass Town Game

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2017

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Catherynne M. Valente

The Glass Town Game

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2017
Book Details
Pages

544

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Glass Town • 19th century

Publication Year

2017

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

Lexile Level

810L

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Super Short Summary

The Glass Town Game by Catherynne M. Valente is a children's fantasy novel where siblings, including future literary figures, enter a magical world based on their own stories. This universe is crafted from imagination, containing elements from their invented place called Glass Town. The narrative explores themes of creativity and adventure.

Fantastical

Mysterious

Adventurous

Playful

Nostalgic

Reviews & Readership

4.0

1,529 ratings

59%

Loved it

29%

Mixed feelings

12%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Glass Town Game by Catherynne M. Valente offers a creative and whimsical blend of fantasy and literary history, delighting readers with its imaginative world and rich language. However, some find its dense narrative and complex themes challenging for younger audiences. Overall, it captivates with its clever storytelling and profound exploration of childhood imagination.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Glass Town Game?

A reader captivated by whimsical fantasy, imaginative worlds, and sibling adventures would enjoy The Glass Town Game by Catherynne M. Valente. Fans of The Chronicles of Narnia and Alice's Adventures in Wonderland will appreciate its weaving of historical figures and magical tales into a rich, fantastical narrative.

4.0

1,529 ratings

59%

Loved it

29%

Mixed feelings

12%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

544

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Glass Town • 19th century

Publication Year

2017

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

Lexile Level

810L

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