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Seraphina

Rachel Hartman
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Seraphina

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2012

Book Brief

Rachel Hartman

Seraphina

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2012
Book Details
Pages

528

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Goredd • Medieval Fantasy

Publication Year

2012

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

Lexile Level

760L

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Super Short Summary

Seraphina by Rachel Hartman is a young adult fantasy novel about Seraphina, a court musician with a secret half-dragon heritage, who becomes entangled in a royal murder mystery after the Crown Prince is killed, seemingly by a dragon. As Seraphina tries to uncover the conspiracy against the crown, she must navigate her hidden identity and the intense interspecies tensions.

Fantastical

Mysterious

Emotional

Contemplative

Inspirational

Reviews & Readership

4.2

90,875 ratings

72%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Seraphina by Rachel Hartman has been widely praised for its imaginative world-building and richly developed characters. Reviewers appreciate the complex protagonist and thoughtful exploration of identity. Some criticism arises regarding the pacing, which a few find uneven. Overall, it provides a captivating and unique take on dragon lore.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Seraphina?

A reader who enjoys Seraphina by Rachel Hartman would likely be captivated by richly imagined fantasy worlds and complex character development. They might also enjoy Graceling by Kristin Cashore and Mistborn by Brandon Sanderson. Ideal for fans of intricate political intrigue, magical creatures, and strong female protagonists.

4.2

90,875 ratings

72%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

528

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Goredd • Medieval Fantasy

Publication Year

2012

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

Lexile Level

760L

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