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Dearly, beloved

Lia Habel (2012)

SubgenreFantasy
Age groupYA 12-17
Content ratingPG-13
Pages480 (Chunky (400-600))
Setting
CSM age13
Goodreads3.84/5 (2342)

Content levels

ViolenceModerate
Sexual contentMild
LanguageMild

Trigger warnings

ViolenceDeath

Hero archetypes

Undead Hero

Heroine archetypes

Strong Heroine

Protagonist archetypes

Duo / Partners

Synopsis

"It's 2196, and the city of New London is now markedly changed. Political and social tensions are building around the advent of the "civilized" undead, and there's violence in the streets. When that violence hits close to home, Nora Dearly and Bram Griswold are once again forced to take control of their own destinies. As old friends become foes and chaos reigns all around them, Nora and Bram must find strength in each other--no matter the cost"--

Is Dearly, beloved appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 13 and up.

Parents should know this YA fantasy features undead protagonists navigating political tensions and street violence in a futuristic steampunk setting. Romantic elements are present but not explicit.

What to know going in

This book has moderate violence, mild sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include death and violence.

Who'll love this

Teens will enjoy this unique zombie-steampunk romance with political intrigue and characters fighting for acceptance in a prejudiced society.

Tags

SteampunkZombie RomanceDystopianAlternate History