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The Priory of the Orange Tree

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2019

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Samantha Shannon

The Priory of the Orange Tree

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2019
Book Details
Pages

830

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Inys • Medieval Fantasy World

Topic
Publication Year

2019

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Priory of the Orange Tree by Samantha Shannon follows four protagonists—Tané, Ead Duryan, Niclays Roos, and Loth Beck—in a divided world threatened by the return of an ancient enemy. As Western and Eastern regions with conflicting beliefs face increasing chaos and dragon attacks, heroes must retrieve lost magical artifacts and unite to vanquish the impending doom. The novel explores themes of redemption, love, and the importance of feminist and queer storytelling.

Fantastical

Adventurous

Mysterious

Emotional

Dark

Reviews & Readership

4.3

247,931 ratings

81%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Priory of the Orange Tree by Samantha Shannon is widely praised for its expansive world-building, strong female characters, and intricate plot. However, some readers feel the pacing is uneven, with a dense narrative that may be overwhelming to some. Despite this, it's a captivating read for fans of epic fantasy.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Priory of the Orange Tree?

Readers who would enjoy The Priory of the Orange Tree by Samantha Shannon are fans of rich, epic fantasies with strong world-building, diverse characters, and intricate plots. This book will appeal to those who love A Song of Ice and Fire series by George R. R. Martin and The Name of the Wind by Patrick Rothfuss.

4.3

247,931 ratings

81%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

830

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Inys • Medieval Fantasy World

Topic
Publication Year

2019

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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