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Spin the Dawn (The Blood of Stars, #1)

Elizabeth Lim
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Spin the Dawn (The Blood of Stars, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2019

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Elizabeth Lim

Spin the Dawn (The Blood of Stars, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2019
Book Details
Pages

392

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Fantasy World

Publication Year

2019

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

Lexile Level

HL690L

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Super Short Summary

Spin the Dawn by Elizabeth Lim follows Maia Tamarin as she disguises herself as a boy to become the imperial tailor. She undertakes a perilous journey to create three magical dresses from the sun, moon, and stars. Her quest tests her skills and resilience, blending elements of fantasy, adventure, and romance.

Reviews & Readership

4.2

62,216 ratings

73%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Spin the Dawn by Elizabeth Lim has been praised for its enchanting world-building, compelling characters, and a unique blend of fashion and fantasy. However, some readers found the plot predictable and the romance unconvincing. Overall, it’s a delightful, if occasionally cliché, young adult fantasy that captivates more often than not.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Spin the Dawn (The Blood of Stars, #1)?

A reader who enjoyed Mulan meets Project Runway will be captivated by Elizabeth Lim's Spin the Dawn. Fans of Leigh Bardugo's Grisha Trilogy and Renée Ahdieh's The Wrath & the Dawn will appreciate this fantasy filled with intricate world-building, a strong female protagonist, and a touch of romance.

4.2

62,216 ratings

73%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

392

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Fantasy World

Publication Year

2019

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

Lexile Level

HL690L

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