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Is this book YA?

Philip Higgins I am sure Young Adults would find the book equally unsatisfying as us more mature adults.
There is nothing in it that would cause offence, even in thi…moreI am sure Young Adults would find the book equally unsatisfying as us more mature adults.
There is nothing in it that would cause offence, even in this day & age.(less)

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Stone’s Fall’s been a recent favorite, and I equally enjoyed Fingerpost. My question for anyone who’s read the whole novel is (1) when, if ever, does it become more gripping, either the plot or intellectually? (Like Sam below, I’m well into novel, past where I’d ordinarily put it down but would like to continue if it’ll become worth it. (2) How does it compare to his prior 2 in your view?

Philip Higgins If I am not too late (assuming linear time is NOT an illusion) I wouldn't bother. Put it down now and walk away from the book.…moreIf I am not too late (assuming linear time is NOT an illusion) I wouldn't bother. Put it down now and walk away from the book.(less)

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