What Light
What Light
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2016
Book Brief
272
Novel • Fiction
California • 2010s
2016
YA
12-17 years
Super Short Summary
What Light by Jay Asher is a young adult novel following a person named Sierra who balances life between Oregon, where their family owns a Christmas tree farm, and California, where they sell the trees for the holiday season. Sierra’s life is transformed when they meet a troubled person named Caleb, leading to unexpected challenges and new experiences.
Romantic
Heartwarming
Bittersweet
Hopeful
Reviews & Readership
29,069 ratings
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Review Roundup
Jay Asher's What Light is a holiday-themed romance novel praised for its sweet, heartwarming narrative and festive atmosphere. Reviewers appreciated its clean, wholesome story and engaging protagonists. Criticisms included predictable plotlines and lack of depth in character development. Overall, it is enjoyed for light, seasonal reading but may not satisfy those seeking complex storytelling.
Who Should Read What Light?
A reader who enjoys What Light by Jay Asher would likely appreciate heartfelt, romantic young adult fiction with themes of forgiveness and second chances. Fans of Jenny Han’s To All the Boys I've Loved Before series or Stephanie Perkins' Anna and the French Kiss will particularly enjoy this holiday romance.
29,069 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
272
Novel • Fiction
California • 2010s
2016
YA
12-17 years
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