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Gilded (Gilded, #1)

Marissa Meyer
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Gilded (Gilded, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2014

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Marissa Meyer

Gilded (Gilded, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2014
Book Details
Pages

352

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Fantasy World • Medieval Era

Publication Year

2014

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

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Super Short Summary

Gilded by Marissa Meyer is a fantasy novel reimagining the Rumpelstiltskin fairy tale. The story centers around Serilda, a young storyteller cursed by the god of lies. Her fabricated tales lead to an encounter with the mysterious Erlking and his haunting world, unraveling a dark mystery.

Reviews & Readership

3.8

6,605 ratings

59%

Loved it

27%

Mixed feelings

14%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Gilded by Marissa Meyer captures readers with its imaginative retelling of Rumpelstiltskin, offering rich world-building and compelling characters. Enthusiasts praise its originality and intricate plot, though some find the pacing uneven and the length excessive. Overall, Meyer’s blend of fantasy and folklore continues to enchant her audience.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Gilded (Gilded, #1)?

Readers who would enjoy Marissa Meyer's Gilded are fans of dark fantasy and fairy tale retellings. Similar to lovers of Gregory Maguire's Wicked and Naomi Novik's Uprooted, these readers appreciate imaginative worlds, complex characters, and magical twists on classic tales. Ideal for young adults and adults who revel in the enchantment of reimagined folklore.

3.8

6,605 ratings

59%

Loved it

27%

Mixed feelings

14%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

352

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Fantasy World • Medieval Era

Publication Year

2014

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

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