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Calamity (Reckoners, #3)

Brandon Sanderson
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Calamity (Reckoners, #3)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2016

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Brandon Sanderson

Calamity (Reckoners, #3)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2016
Book Details
Pages

424

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

United States • Near Future

Publication Year

2016

Recommended Reading Age

13+ years

Lexile Level

700L

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Super Short Summary

Calamity by Brandon Sanderson is the final book in the Reckoners series. It follows a group of ordinary individuals who fight against superhumans, known as Epics, to save humanity. The story continues the journey of protagonist David Charleston as he faces new challenges and discovers deeper truths about the Epics and their powers.

Reviews & Readership

4.4

99,902 ratings

83%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Calamity by Brandon Sanderson garners praise for its fast-paced plot and compelling action sequences. Fans appreciate the satisfying conclusion to the trilogy and the continued character development. However, some readers find fault with predictability and a lack of depth in certain plot aspects. Overall, it is a fulfilling end to a beloved series.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Calamity (Reckoners, #3)?

Fans of fast-paced, dystopian adventures with intricate world-building and superpowered characters will relish Calamity by Brandon Sanderson. Ideal for readers who enjoy Rick Riordan’s Percy Jackson series and Suzanne Collins’ The Hunger Games, the novel combines high stakes with Sanderson’s signature twisty plotting and engaging heroes.

4.4

99,902 ratings

83%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

424

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

United States • Near Future

Publication Year

2016

Recommended Reading Age

13+ years

Lexile Level

700L

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