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Floodland

Marcus Sedgwick
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Floodland

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2001

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Marcus Sedgwick

Floodland

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2001
Book Details
Pages

148

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Norwich, England • Near Future

Publication Year

2001

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

Lexile Level

530L

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Super Short Summary

Floodland by Marcus Sedgwick follows a young person named Zoe, who finds herself navigating a post-apocalyptic world where rising sea levels have left much of England submerged. The story explores Zoe's journey as she searches for safety and answers while encountering challenges in a society ravaged by environmental disaster.

Mysterious

Dark

Suspenseful

Melancholic

Reviews & Readership

4.0

2,351 ratings

63%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Floodland by Marcus Sedgwick is praised for its compelling narrative and stark depiction of a post-apocalyptic world. Readers appreciate the strong protagonist and thought-provoking themes. Critiques include the desire for more character depth and a more detailed backstory. Overall, it is celebrated for engaging younger audiences with its accessible yet meaningful story.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Floodland?

Readers who enjoy Floodland by Marcus Sedgwick are typically fans of post-apocalyptic fiction featuring young protagonists. They may also appreciate books like The Giver by Lois Lowry and City of Ember by Jeanne DuPrau, which explore themes of survival and resilience in dystopian settings.

4.0

2,351 ratings

63%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

148

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Norwich, England • Near Future

Publication Year

2001

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

Lexile Level

530L

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