The Sin Eater's Daughter
The Sin Eater's Daughter
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
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RomanceLormere • Fantasy World
2015
YA
14-18 years
HL790L
Super Short Summary
In The Sin Eater's Daughter by Melinda Salisbury, a girl named Twylla lives in a kingdom where she's revered for her poisonous touch, marking her as the goddess's executioner. Chosen to marry the prince, she grapples with duties and identities as secrets and power struggles unfold, questioning her beliefs and discovering unexpected loyalties.
Mysterious
Dark
Emotional
Suspenseful
Romantic
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Sin Eater's Daughter by Melinda Salisbury delivers a gripping tale with a unique concept and a strong, relatable protagonist. Praised for its vivid world-building and intriguing plot, some readers find the pacing uneven and the ending unsatisfying. Overall, it captivates with its blend of romance and fantasy, despite minor flaws.
Who Should Read The Sin Eater's Daughter?
Readers who enjoy The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins or Graceling by Kristin Cashore will likely enjoy The Sin Eater's Daughter by Melinda Salisbury. This book appeals to those who appreciate strong female protagonists, fantasy settings, and themes of power and identity.
17,134 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
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The Sin Eater's Daughter is notable for its vivid world-building, with a setting influenced by elements of medieval European culture and folklore.
The book was Melinda Salisbury's debut novel and quickly gained popularity for its unique blend of fantasy, intrigue, and romance.
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Melinda Salisbury has mentioned that she drew inspiration for the idea of a "sin eater" from historical practices and folklore where a person would symbolically consume the sins of the dead, believed to provide a clean slate for the afterlife.
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Novel • Fiction
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RomanceLormere • Fantasy World
2015
YA
14-18 years
HL790L
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