Ketchup Clouds
272
Novel • Fiction
England • 2010s
2012
YA
12-17 years
Ketchup Clouds by Annabel Pitcher is an epistolary novel told through letters from a British fifteen-year-old named Zoe to an American murderer on Death Row, detailing her struggles with guilt, grief, and remorse over a dark secret she harbors from a fateful summer. As Zoe navigates complicated family dynamics and relationships, she learns to confront her past and embark on a journey of self-healing.
Melancholic
Mysterious
Bittersweet
Contemplative
Emotional
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Ketchup Clouds by Annabel Pitcher is a compelling young adult novel praised for its unique narrative voice and emotional depth. Readers appreciate the protagonist's candid and raw storytelling. However, some found the plot predictable and character development lacking. Overall, it is a heart-wrenching and thought-provoking read that resonates with a teenage audience.
Readers who enjoy Ketchup Clouds by Annabel Pitcher are typically teens and young adults who appreciate emotionally charged, character-driven narratives. Fans of Thirteen Reasons Why by Jay Asher or The Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky will connect with its themes of guilt, secrecy, and the complexities of adolescence.
15,896 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
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Annabel Pitcher wrote Ketchup Clouds during a year-long backpacking adventure around South America, inspired by the diverse people and dramatic landscapes she encountered during her travels.
Ketchup Clouds won the 2013 Waterstones Children's Book Prize for the best book written for teens, highlighting its impact and popularity within young adult literature.
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The title Ketchup Clouds refers to a moment in the book where the protagonist, Zoe, reflects on the notion of finding clarity in chaos, symbolized by the contrasting imagery of ketchup and clouds.
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272
Novel • Fiction
England • 2010s
2012
YA
12-17 years
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