58 pages • 1 hour read
Brandon SandersonSteelheart
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
Steelheart by Brandon Sanderson takes place in dystopian Newcago, where evil superhumans called Epics rule. David Charleston, whose father was killed by the invulnerable tyrant Steelheart, seeks revenge by joining the Reckoners, a group dedicated to fighting the Epics. Together, they work to uncover Steelheart's weakness and plan his assassination while navigating themes of power, revenge, and order. Violence, murder, and death of family members appear in the book.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Steelheart by Brandon Sanderson captivates with its innovative take on superpowers, engaging action, and a well-crafted dystopian world. Critics commend Sanderson's plot twists and character development. However, some reviews note a predictable storyline and lack of depth in secondary characters. Overall, it remains a thrilling read for fans of the genre.
Who Should Read Steelheart?
Fans of intense, action-packed stories with complex world-building and morally ambiguous characters will enjoy Brandon Sanderson's Steelheart. Readers who liked the dystopian themes in The Hunger Games or the superhuman elements in Vicious by V.E. Schwab will find this novel particularly engaging.
RecommendedReading Age
12+yearsLexile Level
HL680LBook Details
Fantasy
Science-Fiction / Dystopian Fiction
Action / Adventure
Values/Ideas: Power & Greed
Emotions/Behavior: Revenge
Relationships: Fathers