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Sarah J. Maas

House of Sky and Breath

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2022

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Before You Read

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Super Short Summary

In House of Sky and Breath, Bryce Quinlan and her lover Hunt Athalar, alongside allies, get drawn into the Ophion rebellion against the Asteri after discovering their connection to Bryce's murdered friend, Danika. Amidst political intrigue and personal revelations, they seek to unravel the tyrannical regime's secrets, making surprising alliances and uncovering shocking truths about Midgard's history and governance system. The book contains explicit scenes of intimacy, violence, and language.

Reviews & Readership

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Sarah J. Maas’ House of Sky and Breath offers a rich, immersive world with intricate magic systems and compelling character dynamics, continuing to captivate fans of her previous works. Critics praise its detailed world-building and emotional depth but note the occasionally dense pacing and complex plotlines may challenge new readers.

Who should read this

Who Should Read House of Sky and Breath?

An ideal reader for Sarah J. Maas's House of Sky and Breath is a fan of intricate fantasy worlds, dynamic characters, and romantic subplots. Enthusiasts of Maas's earlier work, as well as those who enjoy A Court of Thorns and Roses or Leigh Bardugo's Shadow and Bone series, will likely find this book equally captivating.

RecommendedReading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre

Fantasy

Romance

Fairy Tale / Folklore

Themes

Natural World: Appearance & Reality

Relationships: Friendship

Relationships: Family

Topics

Trauma / Abuse / Violence