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- Published
- 2020
- Ages
- 16–99
About the book
About the book
In 1714 France, a young woman makes a deal with a dark god to live forever. The catch is that everyone she meets will forget her. The story follows her through centuries of history as she tries to leave her mark on the world.
AI summary
In 1714 France, a young woman makes a deal with a dark god to live forever. The catch is that everyone she meets will forget her. The story follows her through centuries of history as she tries to leave her mark on the world.
Why parents choose this book
What makes The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue worth choosing
An honest, parent-first look at who this book suits, what it offers, and what to know before you buy.
Best for
- Age range: 16–99 (fits siblings across a range).
- Reading maturity: Young adult — teen protagonists and more nuanced themes.
- Kids who tend to love it: Fantasy, Mystery.
- Personality fit: big-imagination kids who love new worlds; puzzle-solvers who like to figure things out.
Parents love this book because
- Written by V.E. Schwab, whose books parents return to for consistently thoughtful storytelling.
Your child will probably enjoy The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue if they…
- Love magic, dragons, or fantasy worlds
- Enjoy solving mysteries
This book helps develop
Vocabulary, sustained attention, and reading confidence for the 16–99 age band.
Things parents should know
- Violence: cartoonish or off-page action.
- Language: occasional mild words for the older end of the band.
- Sexual content: references or fade-to-black moments.
Reading commitment
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Why we recommend it
We recommend The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue for the 16–99 age band with a small heads-up on content — worth previewing or discussing. It leans into fantasy in a way that feels genuine, not formulaic. V.E. Schwab's voice is what makes it stick: readable, respectful of kids, and easy to hand to the next child in the family.
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