78 pages • 2 hours read
Sarah J. MaasA Court of Wings and Ruin
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2017A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
In A Court of Wings and Ruin, Feyre Archeron and her partner Rhysand, along with their friends and family, battle the evil King of Hybern to save the faerie realm of Prythian. The novel blends romance, high fantasy, and horror-action genres while exploring themes such as the moral ambiguity of war and the relationship between consent and identity. The book references instances of sexual assault, domestic abuse, and intimate partner violence.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Sarah J. Maas' A Court of Wings and Ruin captivates with its intense world-building and dynamic characters, concluding the trilogy with high stakes and emotional depth. However, some critics find pacing issues and predictability in the plot. Overall, it's a compelling read for fantasy lovers, despite minor flaws.
Who Should Read A Court of Wings and Ruin?
Fans of high-stakes fantasy, complex romance, and rich world-building will enjoy Sarah J. Maas’s A Court of Wings and Ruin. Readers of Maas’s previous works, such as A Court of Thorns and Roses, or fans of Leigh Bardugo’s Shadow and Bone series will find this captivating and action-packed novel immensely engaging.
RecommendedReading Age
18+yearsBook Details
Fantasy
Romance
Action / Adventure
Identity: Sexuality
Relationships: Friendship
Society: War