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Victoria Aveyard

Glass Sword

Victoria AveyardFiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2016

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Victoria Aveyard

Glass Sword

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2016
Book Details
Pages

464

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Dystopian World • Futuristic

Publication Year

2016

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

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Super Short Summary

Glass Sword by Victoria Aveyard follows Mare Barrow as she escapes with Prince Cal and joins the Scarlet Guard to build an army of newbloods against Prince Maven and the ruling Silvers. Mare and her allies face numerous trials as they recruit newbloods, battle enemies, and experience betrayals, culminating in a daring rescue mission that exacts a heavy toll and leads to a desperate sacrifice by Mare. The book contains depictions of death and violence.

Mysterious

Dark

Suspenseful

Emotional

Challenging

Reviews & Readership

4.1

398,880 ratings

65%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Glass Sword by Victoria Aveyard garners mixed feedback. Readers praise the intense action, expanding world-building, and character development. However, some criticize its pacing as uneven, plot predictability, and a more cynical tone compared to the first book. Overall, fans of the series may appreciate its evolution despite these flaws.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Glass Sword?

Fans of The Hunger Games and Divergent will relish Glass Sword by Victoria Aveyard. Readers who enjoy dystopian worlds with strong female protagonists, political intrigue, and unexpected plot twists will be captivated. Anyone intrigued by the clash between oppression and resistance will find it compelling.

4.1

398,880 ratings

65%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

464

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Dystopian World • Futuristic

Publication Year

2016

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

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