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Ruined (Ruined, #1)

Amy Tintera
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Ruined (Ruined, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2016

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Amy Tintera

Ruined (Ruined, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2016
Book Details
Pages

355

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Fantasy Realm • Medieval Era

Theme
Publication Year

2016

Recommended Reading Age

13-18 years

Lexile Level

HL690L

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Super Short Summary

In Ruined by Amy Tintera, a young woman named Emelina seeks vengeance against a corrupt kingdom responsible for her family's downfall. Posing as a princess, Emelina infiltrates the enemy's royal court to exact her revenge and rescue her captive sister. The story unfolds in a realm of political intrigue, magic, and personal sacrifice.

Reviews & Readership

4.1

20,067 ratings

67%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Ruined by Amy Tintera is praised for its fast-paced plot and strong, complex characters. Readers appreciate the engaging world-building and emotional depth, but some criticize predictable plot twists and underdeveloped secondary characters. Overall, it's a compelling read for fans of young adult fantasy.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Ruined (Ruined, #1)?

Readers who enjoy action-packed YA fantasy with strong female protagonists and political intrigue will appreciate Amy Tintera's Ruined. Fans of Sabaa Tahir's An Ember in the Ashes and Sarah J. Maas' Throne of Glass series will find a similarly captivating and thrilling experience in this book.

4.1

20,067 ratings

67%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

355

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Fantasy Realm • Medieval Era

Theme
Publication Year

2016

Recommended Reading Age

13-18 years

Lexile Level

HL690L

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