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Touch of Power (Healer, #1)

Maria V. Snyder
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Touch of Power (Healer, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2011

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Maria V. Snyder

Touch of Power (Healer, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2011
Book Details
Pages

390

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Fantasy World • Medieval Fantasy

Publication Year

2011

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

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Super Short Summary

In Touch of Power by Maria V. Snyder, a young healer named Avry of Kazan possesses the ability to heal others by absorbing their wounds. Set in a devastated world plagued by a deadly virus, Avry embarks on a journey navigating trust, betrayal, and redemption while striving to save a prince who could alter the fate of their land.

Reviews & Readership

4.3

49,297 ratings

79%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Touch of Power by Maria V. Snyder captivates with its unique healing magic and compelling lead, Avry. Critics praise the rich world-building and thrilling plot twists. However, some found the romance predictable and secondary characters underdeveloped. Overall, it's an engrossing fantasy read with minor flaws.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Touch of Power (Healer, #1)?

Fans of strong female leads, healing magic, and romance will find Touch of Power by Maria V. Snyder captivating. Comparable to Kristin Cashore’s Graceling and Sarah J. Maas’s Throne of Glass, it appeals to young adult and fantasy readers who enjoy morally complex worlds and a mix of action and emotional depth.

4.3

49,297 ratings

79%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

390

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Fantasy World • Medieval Fantasy

Publication Year

2011

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

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