39 pages 1 hour read

Holly Black

Doll Bones

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2013

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Reviews & Readership

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Holly Black's Doll Bones is lauded for its rich, eerie atmosphere and well-developed characters that appeal largely to middle-grade readers. The narrative engagingly combines adventure and supernatural elements, although some find the plot occasionally slow-paced. Overall, it successfully addresses themes of friendship and growing up.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Doll Bones?

Readers who enjoy Doll Bones by Holly Black are typically fans of middle-grade fantasy with a dark, mysterious twist. Similar to Coraline by Neil Gaiman and The Graveyard Book, they appreciate spooky adventures, themes of friendship, and the blending of reality with the supernatural. This book suits readers aged 8-12 who relish eerie, engaging stories.

Recommended

Reading Age

10-14years

Book Details

Genre
Fantasy
Horror / Thriller / Suspense Fiction
Coming of Age / Bildungsroman
Themes
Relationships: Friendship
Life/Time: Coming of Age
Relationships: Family
Topics
Religion / Spirituality