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The Broken Kingdoms (Inheritance, #2)

N.K. Jemisin
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The Broken Kingdoms (Inheritance, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2010

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N.K. Jemisin

The Broken Kingdoms (Inheritance, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2010
Book Details
Pages

384

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Shadowed City, The World Tree

Publication Year

2010

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In The Broken Kingdoms, the second book in N.K. Jemisin's trilogy, a blind artist named Oree Shoth lives in a city where gods and mortals coexist. Her life changes when she discovers a mysterious, powerless god, leading to complex interactions with divine entities and significant personal revelations. The story unfolds within a richly imagined universe.

Reviews & Readership

4.3

39,622 ratings

82%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

N.K. Jemisin's The Broken Kingdoms is lauded for its imaginative world-building, complex characters, and rich mythology. The narrative's pacing and intricate plot twists keep readers engaged, though some found it occasionally convoluted. Overall, it is praised for its emotional depth and innovative storytelling, but may challenge those unfamiliar with the series.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Broken Kingdoms (Inheritance, #2)?

Readers who relish intricate world-building and complex characters in fantasy novels will adore N.K. Jemisin's The Broken Kingdoms. Similar to fans of Neil Gaiman's American Gods or Patrick Rothfuss's The Name of the Wind, they will appreciate its blend of rich mythology and compelling narrative.

4.3

39,622 ratings

82%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

384

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Shadowed City, The World Tree

Publication Year

2010

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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