Plot Summary

The Warrior Heir

Cinda Williams Chima
Guide cover placeholder

The Warrior Heir

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2006

Book Brief

Cinda Williams Chima

The Warrior Heir

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2006
Book Details
Pages

448

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Trinity, Ohio • Contemporary

Publication Year

2006

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

Lexile Level

730L

Roundup icon

Super Short Summary

In The Warrior Heir by Cinda Williams Chima, sixteen-year-old Jack Swift from Trinity, Ohio discovers he is actually a warrior wizard after living under the guise of an ordinary teenager. With the help of his Aunt Linda, who has secrets of her own, Jack embarks on a journey to uncover his family's magical lineage, ultimately leading him to England and a deeper understanding of his extraordinary powers and history.

Adventurous

Mysterious

Fantastical

Suspenseful

Reviews & Readership

4.2

55,115 ratings

70%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Roundup icon

Review Roundup

Cinda Williams Chima's The Warrior Heir is well-received for its compelling blend of fantasy, action, and intrigue. Readers appreciate the richly detailed world-building and engaging plot. However, some critics note uneven pacing and predictability in certain plot twists. Overall, it's a solid addition to the young adult fantasy genre, appealing to fans of magical adventures.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Warrior Heir?

Readers who enjoy _Harry Potter_ by J.K. Rowling or _Percy Jackson and the Olympians_ by Rick Riordan will be captivated by _The Warrior Heir_. This novel appeals to young adults who revel in a blend of modern-day settings with magical elements, gripping adventures, and a coming-of-age hero facing extraordinary challenges.

4.2

55,115 ratings

70%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

448

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Trinity, Ohio • Contemporary

Publication Year

2006

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

Lexile Level

730L

Buy This Book

We’re just getting started

Add this title to our list of requested Study Guides!