The Cost of Knowing by Brittney Morris

The Cost of Knowing

Brittney Morris

336 pages • first pub 2021 (editions)

fiction contemporary magical realism young adult emotional reflective sad medium-paced

Description

Sixteen-year-old Alex Rufus is trying his best. He tries to be the best employee he can be at the local ice cream shop; the best boyfriend he can be to his amazing girlfriend, Talia; the best protector he can be over his little brother, Isaiah. Bu...

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Community Reviews Summary of 886 reviews

Moods

emotional 93%
sad 75%
reflective 50%
tense 46%
challenging 38%
dark 38%
hopeful 29%
inspiring 22%
adventurous 12%
mysterious 11%
informative 10%
funny 3%

Pace

medium 56%
fast 26%
slow 16%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 47% | A mix: 44% | Plot: 8%

Strong character development?

Yes: 92% | It's complicated: 5% | No: 1%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 91% | It's complicated: 6% | No: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 96% | It's complicated: 1% | No: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 71% | It's complicated: 16% | No: 10% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

4.11

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