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Sarah J. Maas

A Court of Wings and Ruin

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2017

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Before You Read

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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

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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 this

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+years

Lexile Level

HL760L

Book Details

Genre

Fantasy

Romance

Action / Adventure

Themes

Identity: Sexuality

Relationships: Friendship

Society: War