66 pages • 2 hours read
Sabaa TahirA Reaper at the Gates
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2018A 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
A Reaper at the Gates, the third book in Sabaa Tahir’s An Ember in the Ashes series, follows Laia, Elias, and Helene as they seek freedom for themselves and their people amidst a backdrop of political intrigue and supernatural conflict orchestrated by the Nightbringer, who plans to release the jinn and wreak havoc on the empire. This book includes scenes depicting domestic violence, mentions of sexual assault, physical and emotional torture, murder, and the brutality of war.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Sabaa Tahir's A Reaper at the Gates captivates with compelling character development and high-stakes action. Reviewers praise the intricate plot and emotional depth but note occasional pacing issues and predictability. Despite these flaws, the novel's vivid world-building and intense narrative sustain its appeal. A must-read for series enthusiasts.
Who Should Read A Reaper at the Gates?
Fans of thrilling and immersive YA fantasy will enjoy A Reaper at the Gates by Sabaa Tahir. Similar to Red Queen by Victoria Aveyard and Throne of Glass by Sarah J. Maas, readers who seek complex characters, high-stakes adventures, and richly developed worlds will find this book captivating.
RecommendedReading Age
14-18yearsLexile Level
HL680LBook Details
Fantasy
Romance
Science-Fiction / Dystopian Fiction
Emotions/Behavior: Revenge
Society: War
Values/Ideas: Good & Evil