54 pages • 1 hour read
Marissa MeyerScarlet
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2013A 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
Scarlet by Marissa Meyer continues Linh Cinder's journey, discovering her royal Lunar lineage while escaping from prison with Carswell Thorne. Simultaneously, Scarlet Benoit searches for her missing grandmother with the help of Wolf, revealing deeper ties to Cinder's past. As their paths intersect, they all face dangers from Queen Levana and her soldiers. Violence and themes of death are present in the book.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Scarlet by Marissa Meyer intertwines a futuristic twist on "Little Red Riding Hood" with compelling characters and a fast-paced plot. Readers praised the strong female leads and intricate world-building, though some found the multitude of storylines slightly overwhelming. Overall, it's a riveting sequel in the Lunar Chronicles series, balancing action with emotional depth.
Who Should Read Scarlet?
A reader who enjoys Scarlet by Marissa Meyer would likely appreciate futuristic and imaginative retellings of classic fairy tales. Fans of The Lunar Chronicles series, as well as those who enjoyed The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins and Divergent by Veronica Roth, will be captivated by the blend of sci-fi and strong, relatable heroines.
RecommendedReading Age
12-18yearsBook Details
Fairy Tale / Folklore
Fantasy
Science-Fiction / Dystopian Fiction
Values/Ideas: Fate
Emotions/Behavior: Fear
Values/Ideas: Power & Greed