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King's Cage

Victoria Aveyard
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King's Cage

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2017

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Victoria Aveyard

King's Cage

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2017
Book Details
Pages

512

Format

Novel • Fiction

Publication Year

2017

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

HL700L

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Super Short Summary

King's Cage, part of the Red Queen series by Victoria Aveyard, follows Mare Barrow, a person with unique abilities, as she copes with her captivity. Political tensions rise as allegiances are tested, and individuals fight for freedom amidst a war-torn kingdom.

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King's Cage by Victoria Aveyard is lauded for its gripping plot and compelling character development. However, some readers find the pacing uneven and the multiple perspectives confusing. Fans of the series appreciate the emotional depth and high stakes, while critics note this installment's slower narrative. Overall, it's a strong but imperfect addition to the series.

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Who Should Read King's Cage?

A reader who would enjoy King's Cage by Victoria Aveyard is typically a fan of young adult fantasy and dystopian novels with strong female protagonists, much like those in Red Queen or Suzanne Collins' The Hunger Games series. They appreciate intricate world-building, political intrigue, and intense action sequences.

Book Details
Pages

512

Format

Novel • Fiction

Publication Year

2017

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

HL700L

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