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Elizabeth Lim

Six Crimson Cranes

Elizabeth LimFiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2021

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Elizabeth Lim

Six Crimson Cranes

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2021
Book Details
Pages

454

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Kiata • Fantasy World

Publication Year

2021

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

13-18 years

Lexile Level

HL710L

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Super Short Summary

In Six Crimson Cranes by Elizabeth Lim, sixteen-year-old Princess Shiori of Kiata is cursed by her stepmother Raikama, who transforms Shiori's six brothers into cranes and forces her into silence to prevent their deaths. Banished to a remote island, Shiori endures hardship, uncovers family secrets, and embarks on a quest to break the curse, supported by allies including her betrothed, Takkan. The book contains themes of familial separation and grief.

Fantastical

Adventurous

Emotional

Romantic

Mysterious

Reviews & Readership

4.4

89,990 ratings

83%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Elizabeth Lim's Six Crimson Cranes blends captivating fairy tale elements with rich cultural details. Readers praise its engaging plot, strong heroine, and vivid world-building, though some critique the pacing and predictability. Overall, the novel is lauded for its emotional depth and enchanting storytelling, appealing to fans of YA fantasy.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Six Crimson Cranes?

Readers who relish fairy-tale retellings, Asian folklore, and strong female protagonists will enjoy Six Crimson Cranes by Elizabeth Lim. Fans of Spin the Dawn by Lim or The Wrath and the Dawn by Renée Ahdieh will find similar magical elements and richly-woven narratives. This book appeals to young adults and fantasy enthusiasts alike.

4.4

89,990 ratings

83%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

454

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Kiata • Fantasy World

Publication Year

2021

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

13-18 years

Lexile Level

HL710L

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