Damsel
Damsel
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2018
Book Brief
320
Novel • Fiction
Medieval Fantasy World
2018
YA
18+ years
980L
Super Short Summary
In Damsel by Elana K. Arnold, Ama awakens with no memory in a dragon's lair, destined to be the prize for Prince Emory if he slays the dragon. Emory claims his throne and Ama, who is taken to the palace and treated as property. As Ama uncovers the disturbing truth about her past and her societal role, she grapples with survival, autonomy, and defying oppressive tradition. The book contains scenes depicting sexual violence.
Dark
Unnerving
Mysterious
Challenging
Emotional
Reviews & Readership
11,142 ratings
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Review Roundup
Elana K. Arnold's Damsel receives praise for its dark, feminist twist on fairy tale conventions and compelling prose. Critics commend the novel's exploration of power dynamics and gender roles. However, some find the graphic content and intense themes challenging and potentially triggering. Overall, it offers a thought-provoking read for mature audiences.
Who Should Read Damsel?
A reader who would enjoy Damsel by Elana K. Arnold is likely a fan of dark, feminist fairy tales with mature themes. Comparable to readers of The Handmaid's Tale by Margaret Atwood and A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas, they appreciate complex characters and challenging societal norms within a fantasy backdrop.
11,142 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
320
Novel • Fiction
Medieval Fantasy World
2018
YA
18+ years
980L
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