Angelfall

by Susan Ee
Angelfall cover
Good Books rating 4.17
Dystopian/Post-Apocalyptic
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  • ID: 5009
  • Added: 2025-10-22
  • Updated: 2025-10-24
  • ISBN: 9781444778526
  • Publisher: Hachette UK
  • Published: 2013-04-11
  • Formats: 1
  • Reviews: 3

Angelfall is a gripping tale set in a post-apocalyptic world where angels have brought about the end of civilization as we know it. Six weeks after the apocalypse, the remnants of humanity struggle to survive amidst the chaos, with gangs ruling the day and fear dictating the night. Penryn, a seventeen-year-old girl, witnesses the abduction of her younger sister by these malevolent angels and will stop at nothing to get her back. Her desperate quest leads her to form an uneasy alliance with an injured angel, Raffe, who may hold the key to her sister's rescue. /n/n The story is a thrilling blend of action, emotion, and supernatural intrigue, exploring themes of survival, sacrifice, and the blurred lines between good and evil. Praised by Time Magazine as one of the 100 Best Fantasy Books of All Time, Angelfall offers an explosive and pulse-pounding journey that has captivated readers worldwide.

Reviews
Kookbookery · 2020-04-16
thrilling 4.50

The plot is fast-paced with no filler, making it an exciting read. The characters are well-developed and the action is believable.

The reviewer loves the plot for its constant movement and lack of filler, making it an exciting read. They appreciate the well-developed characters and the believable action sequences. The reviewer also mentions how the book's unique take on angels and the apocalypse makes it a standout in the YA genre. Overall, the reviewer finds the book to be a thrilling and engaging read with a lot of heart and excitement.

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    What I really loved about this book is the plot.

    Things are always moving and there are no fillers.

    There is a lot of action and believable characters.

Reading Books Like a Boss · Megan · 2015-05-07
great 4.00

The book is praised for its strong heroine, witty hero, and action-packed plot. The forbidden romance adds an extra layer of intrigue.

Megan highlights the strong heroine and witty hero as standout elements of the book. She appreciates the action-packed plot and the forbidden romance that keeps the story engaging. The reviewer also mentions how the book's unique take on angels and the apocalypse makes it a standout in the YA genre. Overall, Megan finds the book to be a great read with a lot of heart and excitement.

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    Angelfall is a recipe for young adult greatness.

    It has a strong heroine, a witty hero, tons of action, and a budding forbidden romance.

    It's a unique take on the angel romance genre.

The Guardian · 2014-11-23
engaging 4.00

The book offers a unique perspective on a post-apocalyptic world with angels, blending action and romance. The protagonist's journey is both compelling and thought-provoking.

This review highlights how the book changes the reader's perspective on angels and apocalyptic scenarios. The reviewer appreciates the blend of action, romance, and the unique take on angels. They also mention how the protagonist's struggles with her mother's mental illness add depth to the story. The reviewer finds the book engaging and different from typical angel romances, praising its originality and the way it keeps the reader hooked.

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    This book changed the way I look at things.

    I mean, who doesn't dream of the day loads of gorgeous evil angels come and take over the world?

    It's a unique take on the angel romance genre.

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