The Summer Prince
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2013
304
Novel • Fiction
Palmares Tres • Distant Future
2013
YA
14-18 years
780L
The Summer Prince by Alaya Dawn Johnson is set in a future Brazil and follows seventeen-year-old June Costa, an artist, and her best friend Gil as they navigate life in Palmares Tres, a matriarchal society that sacrifices its kings. When June falls in love with Enki, the doomed Summer King, they rebel against the corrupt government, aiming to change their society's violent traditions.
Mysterious
Emotional
Romantic
Contemplative
Dark
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Alaya Dawn Johnson's The Summer Prince captivates with its vibrant, futuristic setting and complex characters. The exploration of societal structures and environmental themes receives high praise. Some readers find the pacing uneven and the romantic elements underdeveloped. Overall, it’s a thought-provoking and engaging read with minor flaws.
Readers who would enjoy The Summer Prince by Alaya Dawn Johnson typically appreciate dystopian young adult fiction with rich world-building, themes of art and rebellion, and complex characters. Fans of The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins and Divergent by Veronica Roth will find this book compelling.
4,880 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
304
Novel • Fiction
Palmares Tres • Distant Future
2013
YA
14-18 years
780L
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