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The Rose Society (The Young Elites, #2)

Marie Lu
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The Rose Society (The Young Elites, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2015

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Marie Lu

The Rose Society (The Young Elites, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2015
Book Details
Pages

398

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Kenettra • Medieval Fantasy World

Publication Year

2015

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

HL720L

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Super Short Summary

The Rose Society by Marie Lu follows a person named Adelina as they grapple with their dark powers and seek revenge. Amidst alliances with other malfettos, they navigate a world filled with corruption and struggle for control. The story delves into themes of power, loyalty, and identity.

Reviews & Readership

4.2

69,349 ratings

74%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Rose Society by Marie Lu presents a dark and gripping continuation of the Young Elites series. Readers appreciate its compelling antihero protagonist and fast-paced plot. Some find the storyline intense and immersive, though others note the protagonist's moral descent is troubling. Overall, the novel is well-received for its bold character development and imaginative world-building.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Rose Society (The Young Elites, #2)?

Readers who enjoy dark, character-driven fantasy with morally complex protagonists will appreciate The Rose Society by Marie Lu. Fans of Leigh Bardugo's Six of Crows and Sarah J. Maas's Throne of Glass series will find its themes of power, betrayal, and redemption compelling.

4.2

69,349 ratings

74%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

398

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Kenettra • Medieval Fantasy World

Publication Year

2015

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

HL720L

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