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The Bone Season
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Book Brief
480
Novel • Fiction
Scion London • 2059
2013
YA
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In a futuristic, dystopian London, Paige Mahoney, a clairvoyant with the rare ability to enter others' dreamscapes, works for a criminal boss but is captured and sent to a secret prison in Oxford run by the Rephaim, a non-human race using clairvoyants to fight the brutal Emim. She struggles with her new life, befriends other prisoners, and plans an uprising against her captors. The book contains themes of oppression and violence.
Mysterious
Dark
Fantastical
Suspenseful
Adventurous
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Samantha Shannon's The Bone Season delves into a dystopian world rich with imaginative detail. Reviewers praise its originality and compelling protagonist but note its complex world-building can be overwhelming. Enthralling for fans of intricate fantasy, it sometimes struggles under the weight of its ambitious narrative.
Who Should Read The Bone Season?
Fans of The Hunger Games and Divergent series will relish The Bone Season by Samantha Shannon. This novel appeals to readers who enjoy dystopian settings, complex world-building, and strong, flawed heroines engaged in epic battles against oppressive regimes. Combining elements of fantasy and speculative fiction, it's perfect for those who crave immersive adventures.
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Warden
Warden
A Rephaite who is both Paige’s trainer and a secretive ally against Nashira, balancing his role as her “keeper” with his own hidden rebellion plans.
Nashira
Nashira
The powerful and merciless leader of the Rephaim, Nashira is the primary antagonist who seeks to control voyants and expand her rule.
Nick
Nick
Paige's first ally and confidant who helps her recover from a traumatic event and introduces her to a community of voyants.
Jaxon Hall
Jaxon Hall
A mime-lord and Paige’s employer, Jaxon is a shrewd and self-interested criminal leader who offers protection in exchange for loyalty.
Liss
Liss
A yellow-jacket voyant living in the Rookery who becomes a vital source of information and friendship for Paige.
Julian
Julian
A fellow voyant in the Rookery who aids the rebellion and supports his friend Liss, playing a key role in organizing efforts against their oppressors.
480
Novel • Fiction
Scion London • 2059
2013
YA
18+ years
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