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Ashfall

Mike Mullin
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Ashfall

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2011

Book Brief

Mike Mullin

Ashfall

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2011
Book Details
Pages

476

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Science Fiction

Romance

Action & Adventure
Setting

United States • Post-apocalyptic

Publication Year

2011

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

Lexile Level

730L

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Super Short Summary

Ashfall by Mike Mullin follows Alex, a fifteen-year-old boy, whose life dramatically changes after a supervolcano erupts at Yellowstone, covering his town in ash and plunging society into chaos. As Alex undertakes a perilous journey to reunite with his family, he faces numerous challenges, including survival threats and moral dilemmas, ultimately discovering resilience and forging new connections amidst the devastation. This story involves sensitive subjects such as violence and natural disasters.

Adventurous

Suspenseful

Dark

Challenging

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

4.2

27,232 ratings

73%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Ashfall by Mike Mullin delivers a gripping post-apocalyptic tale that impresses with detailed world-building and compelling character development. While praised for its realistic depiction of survival and intense pacing, some readers found its violence and distressing elements overwhelming. Overall, it stands out for its raw portrayal of human resilience.

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Who Should Read Ashfall?

Fans of dystopian and survival novels like Suzanne Collins' The Hunger Games or Rick Yancey's The 5th Wave will enjoy Ashfall by Mike Mullin. It caters to readers who appreciate gripping, action-packed stories of resilience and adventure in catastrophic settings.

4.2

27,232 ratings

73%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Fun Facts

Ashfall was Mike Mullin's debut novel, which introduced readers to a gripping story inspired by the real-life supervolcano beneath Yellowstone National Park.

Mike Mullin's fascination with volcanology and disaster preparation played a crucial role in crafting the detailed and realistic scenarios depicted in Ashfall.

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The book was published in 2011 and quickly gained popularity for its intense action and compelling depiction of a survival journey in a post-apocalyptic world.

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Book Details
Pages

476

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Science Fiction

Romance

Action & Adventure
Setting

United States • Post-apocalyptic

Publication Year

2011

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

Lexile Level

730L

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