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Truthwitch

Susan Dennard
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Truthwitch

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2016

Book Brief

Susan Dennard

Truthwitch

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2016
Book Details
Pages

432

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

The Witchlands • Fantasy World

Publication Year

2016

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

810L

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Super Short Summary

Truthwitch by Susan Dennard follows best friends Safiya, a Truthwitch who can discern truth from lies, and Iseult, a Threadwitch with enhanced combat skills, as they flee from those who seek to control Safiya's powers. Along the way, they encounter Prince Merik, forming a tentative alliance to navigate the brewing territorial war and evade the relentless Bloodwitch Aeduan who hunts them.

Adventurous

Fantastical

Suspenseful

Emotional

Playful

Reviews & Readership

4.1

54,767 ratings

70%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Susan Dennard's Truthwitch receives praise for its rich world-building, strong female protagonists, and fast-paced plot, appealing especially to fantasy enthusiasts. However, some criticism points to predictable tropes and the convoluted magic system. Overall, it offers an engaging adventure that resonates well with its young adult audience.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Truthwitch?

Fans of fast-paced fantasy with strong female protagonists and deep friendships will relish Truthwitch by Susan Dennard. Comparable to Sarah J. Maas's Throne of Glass and Leigh Bardugo's Six of Crows, it appeals to those who enjoy intricate magic systems and political intrigue.

4.1

54,767 ratings

70%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

432

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

The Witchlands • Fantasy World

Publication Year

2016

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

810L

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