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Passenger by Alexandra Bracken Review

Title: Passenger

Author: Alexandra Bracken

First published January 5, 2016

496 pages, Hardcover

ISBN: 9781484715772 (ISBN10: 1484715772)

Rating: 3.76

Overview

Passenger is a tale of a journey through time and space. After a tragic incident, Etta Spencer is thrown into an unknown world by a stranger with a perilous agenda.

She discovers that she has inherited a legacy from a family she never knew existed. Nicholas Carter, a sailor, is content with his life at sea until he meets an unusual passenger who triggers his past.

The Ironwoods, a powerful family, are searching for a stolen object that they believe only Etta can find. In order to protect her, Nicholas must ensure that she returns the object to the Ironwoods, even if she doesn’t want to.

Together, Etta and Nicholas embark on a dangerous journey through continents and centuries to uncover clues left by a traveler who will stop at nothing to keep the object away from the Ironwoods. As they draw closer to the truth and the dangerous game the Ironwoods are playing, treacherous forces threaten to separate Etta from her path home forever.

Editoral Review

Passenger by Alexandra Bracken is a YA novel that was first published on January 5, 2016. Bracken is known for her successful series, The Darkest Minds, and this book is another addition to her growing library of fiction works.

The novel is a mix of historical fiction, adventure, romance, and fantasy, which makes for a thrilling read from start to finish. The story revolves around the protagonist, Etta Spencer, who discovers that she has the ability to time travel.

She is forced to navigate through different periods of time, encountering various challenges and meeting different people along the way. One of these people is Nicholas Carter, a sailor from the 18th century, who becomes Etta’s companion and guide.

Together, they embark on a perilous journey, facing unexpected dangers and trying to save Etta’s mother from a mysterious organization called the Ironwoods. Bracken does an excellent job of creating and maintaining an air of suspense throughout the novel.

The pacing is just right, with the right balance between action, romance, and character development. The author also successfully captures the different cultures and time periods she explores, without sacrificing the continuity of the plot.

The main characters are well-rounded, and Bracken takes the time to develop them, allowing the reader to connect with them on a deeper level. Etta, in particular, is a strong, independent female protagonist who defies the stereotypical damsel in distress trope.

Nicholas, on the other hand, is charming and flirtatious, and their contrasting personalities make for an interesting dynamic that adds depth to the story. Despite its strengths, Passenger is not without its flaws.

The novel relies heavily on the time travel trope, which might seem overused to some readers. Additionally, some of the secondary characters are not as well-developed as the main characters and might feel underwhelming in comparison.

Bracken also includes some historical references that might seem out of place or unnecessary at times. Overall, Passenger is an enjoyable read for young adults looking for a thrilling adventure with a touch of romance.

Its a well-crafted, imaginative novel that skillfully balances its different genres. It would appeal to fans of historical fiction and fantasy, especially those who enjoy time travel stories.

I would rate this book 4 out of 5, based on how the author skillfully brought together different genres while also developing the characters and their arcs. In conclusion, I highly recommend this book to anyone who wants to escape into a different world and lose themselves in a captivating story.

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