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The Loose Ends List

Carrie Firestone
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The Loose Ends List

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2016

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Carrie Firestone

The Loose Ends List

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2016
Book Details
Pages

346

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

World Cruise • Contemporary

Theme
Publication Year

2016

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

HL680L

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Super Short Summary

In The Loose Ends List by Carrie Firestone, a young adult named Maddie embarks on a life-changing journey aboard a death-with-dignity cruise. Accompanied by her eccentric family, Maddie navigates grief, love, and self-discovery, honoring her dying grandmother's final wishes while creating meaningful memories and addressing unresolved issues.

Emotional

Bittersweet

Melancholic

Contemplative

Humorous

Reviews & Readership

4.1

3,984 ratings

66%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Loose Ends List by Carrie Firestone is praised for its engaging narrative and unique premise, weaving humor with heartfelt moments. The exploration of mortality and family dynamics resonates with many readers. However, some find the pacing uneven and certain character developments lacking depth. Overall, it's considered a touching and thought-provoking read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Loose Ends List?

Readers who enjoy The Loose Ends List by Carrie Firestone are typically young adults drawn to emotional yet humorous narratives about self-discovery and family. Fans of The Fault in Our Stars by John Green and Everything, Everything by Nicola Yoon may find similar appeal in its themes of love, adventure, and coping with loss.

4.1

3,984 ratings

66%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

346

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

World Cruise • Contemporary

Theme
Publication Year

2016

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

HL680L

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