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The Girl in the Tower

Katherine Arden
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The Girl in the Tower

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2017

Book Brief

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Katherine Arden

The Girl in the Tower

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2017
Book Details
Pages

360

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Fairy Tale & Folklore

Fantasy

Historical Fiction
Setting

Medieval Russia

Topic
World History
Publication Year

2017

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

15-18 years

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Super Short Summary

The Girl in the Tower by Katherine Arden follows the journey of a young woman named Vasya in medieval Russia, who defies societal norms and battles supernatural forces to protect her family and village. It is the second book in the Winternight Trilogy, blending elements of Russian folklore and mythology.

Reviews & Readership

4.5

115,747 ratings

89%

Loved it

9%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Girl in the Tower by Katherine Arden is praised for its captivating storytelling and richly detailed world-building, continuing the enchantment of its predecessor. Critics highlight its strong, well-developed characters and the seamless blend of historical fiction with folklore. However, some note that the plot pacing can be uneven. Overall, it's a magical and immersive read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Girl in the Tower?

Fans of richly-woven, fairytale-infused historical fiction will be captivated by The Girl in the Tower by Katherine Arden. Readers who enjoy the atmospheric settings and magic of Naomi Novik's Uprooted or the enchanting mythological elements in Neil Gaiman's Stardust will find this novel equally enthralling.

4.5

115,747 ratings

89%

Loved it

9%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

360

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Fairy Tale & Folklore

Fantasy

Historical Fiction
Setting

Medieval Russia

Topic
World History
Publication Year

2017

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

15-18 years

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