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Strange the Dreamer
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Book Brief
544
Novel • Fiction
Weep • Fantasy World
2017
YA
14-18 years
HL820L
Super Short Summary
Strange the Dreamer by Laini Taylor follows orphan-turned-librarian Lazlo Strange, who ventures to the lost city of Weep where he discovers magic and confronts horrors, while Sarai, a god's daughter, struggles with empathy for those who killed her family; their paths intertwine, revealing themes of love, trauma, and the consequences of violence. The book discusses sexual assault.
Mysterious
Fantastical
Emotional
Adventurous
Melancholic
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Laini Taylor's Strange the Dreamer garners acclaim for its richly imaginative world-building and lyrical prose. Many readers appreciate the intricate plot and compelling characters. However, some criticize the pacing as occasionally slow and the central romance as overly melodramatic. Overall, it is praised for its evocative storytelling and vivid imagery, making it a must-read for fantasy lovers.
Who Should Read Strange the Dreamer?
Fans of lush, imaginative fantasy with intricate world-building and deeply emotional narratives will love Strange the Dreamer by Laini Taylor. Similar in tone to Mistborn by Brandon Sanderson and The Name of the Wind by Patrick Rothfuss, this novel appeals to readers who cherish lyrical writing and epic mythologies.
133,661 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
544
Novel • Fiction
Weep • Fantasy World
2017
YA
14-18 years
HL820L
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