Our Violent Ends

Chloe Gong
67 pages2-hour read
Fiction
Novel
YA
Published in 2021

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Book Brief

Chloe Gong

Our Violent Ends

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2021
Book Details
Pages

400

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Fantasy

•

Historical Fiction

•

Romance
Setting

Shanghai, China • 1920s

Theme
Language

•

Colonialism

•

Fate
Topic
LGBTQ+

•

World History
First Publication Year

2021

Publisher

Hodder & Stoughton

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

16-18 years

Lexile Level

HL830L

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Super Short Summary

In Shanghai, 1927, amidst a violent blood feud between two major gangs and looming revolution, gang heirs Juliette Cai and Roma Montagov, once lovers and now enemies, are forced to work together to stop a blackmailer threatening to unleash new monsters on the city, all while navigating their own complex emotions and family loyalties. Contains violence, themes of suicide, and Communist-Nationalist conflict.

Mysterious

Dark

Suspenseful

Emotional

Bittersweet

Reviews & Readership

4.3

81,420 ratings

83%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Our Violent Ends by Chloe Gong offers a gripping sequel with rich character development and intense plot twists that leave readers eagerly turning pages. Positive feedback highlights the evocative writing and emotional depth. Criticisms mainly point to occasional pacing issues. Overall, it's a compelling continuation that captivates its audience despite minor flaws.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Our Violent Ends?

Readers who enjoy Our Violent Ends by Chloe Gong are typically fans of young adult fiction, historical fantasy, and retellings of classic literature. They would likely appreciate books such as These Violent Delights by Chloe Gong or Six of Crows by Leigh Bardugo, which blend intense plotlines with rich character development.

4.3

81,420 ratings

83%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Character List

The 19-year-old heir to the Scarlet Gang known for her temper and strategic nature, who struggles to balance personal identity and violent reputation while navigating a dangerous political landscape in Shanghai.

Heir to the Russian White Flowers gang, grappling with grief and betrayal, whose journey involves balancing his natural aversion to violence with the realities of his environment and complicated feelings towards Juliette.

Juliette’s cousin, initially involved with the Scarlet Gang, who grapples with her identity and political affiliations, ultimately finding a sense of self and purpose through her interactions with the Communist movement.

Juliette’s cousin who seeks a secure position within the Scarlet Gang, often making precarious choices in her quest for love and belonging, while displaying intelligence and loyalty to her family.

Roma’s cousin, deeply emotional and artistic, whose loyalty to Roma and love for Marshall drive him through a narrative of grief, impulsiveness, and strategic planning.

Roma’s friend and member of the White Flowers, known for his cheerful demeanor and comic relief, whose hidden identity and love for Benedikt add complexity to his character.

Juliette’s cousin and rival for leadership of the Scarlet Gang, characterized by his ruthless dedication to the gang and enjoyment of violence, whose actions contribute significantly to the gang’s dynamic.

Book Details
Pages

400

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Fantasy

•

Historical Fiction

•

Romance
Setting

Shanghai, China • 1920s

Theme
Language

•

Colonialism

•

Fate
Topic
LGBTQ+

•

World History
First Publication Year

2021

Publisher

Hodder & Stoughton

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

16-18 years

Lexile Level

HL830L

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