68 pages • 2 hours read
Kim LiggettThe Grace Year
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2019A 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
The Grace Year by Kim Liggett is a 2019 young adult dystopian novel about 16-year-old Tierney James, who, along with other girls from Garner County, endures a year of banishment to the woods to expel their "evil magic" and return purified. The story explores themes of survival, societal norms, and rebellion. The book depicts religious abuse, torture, dismemberment, sexual assault, and graphic violence.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Kim Liggett's The Grace Year has captivated readers with its gripping plot and strong feminist themes, often drawing comparisons to The Handmaid's Tale. While the intense and sometimes gruesome narrative has been lauded for its bold approach, some critics feel the world-building and character development could be more nuanced. Overall, it's a compelling dystopian read.
Who Should Read The Grace Year?
A reader who enjoys The Grace Year by Kim Liggett is likely captivated by dystopian worlds, complex female characters, and themes of survival and rebellion. Fans of Margaret Atwood's The Handmaid's Tale and Suzanne Collins's The Hunger Games will find this book compelling. Its dark atmosphere and exploration of societal control resonate with readers interested in feminist literature.
RecommendedReading Age
16-18yearsLexile Level
HL810LBook Details
Science-Fiction / Dystopian Fiction
Fantasy
Horror / Thriller / Suspense Fiction
Gender / Feminism
Values/Ideas: Religion & Spirituality
Identity: Femininity
Society: Community