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The Bitter Kingdom (Fire and Thorns, #3)

Rae Carson
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The Bitter Kingdom (Fire and Thorns, #3)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2013

Book Brief

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Rae Carson

The Bitter Kingdom (Fire and Thorns, #3)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2013
Book Details
Pages

433

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Joya d'Arena • Medieval Fantasy World

Publication Year

2013

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

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Super Short Summary

In The Bitter Kingdom by Rae Carson, a person named Elisa embarks on a perilous journey to rescue a captured friend and secure her kingdom. As she navigates political intrigue and battles, she discovers her true strength and destiny. The novel concludes the intense adventures within the Fire and Thorns Trilogy.

Reviews & Readership

4.4

40,084 ratings

82%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Rae Carson's The Bitter Kingdom concludes the trilogy with a richly developed world and strong character arcs. Readers praise its pacing, emotional depth, and empowering protagonist. However, some found the plot predictable and the romance elements lacking nuance. Overall, the novel is an engaging and satisfying end to the series.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Bitter Kingdom (Fire and Thorns, #3)?

Fans of Rae Carson’s The Bitter Kingdom would be captivated by strong, complex heroines, epic fantasy realms, and thrilling adventures. Readers who enjoyed Graceling by Kristin Cashore or Throne of Glass by Sarah J. Maas will find similar themes of empowerment, magic, and intense world-building.

4.4

40,084 ratings

82%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

433

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Joya d'Arena • Medieval Fantasy World

Publication Year

2013

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

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