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Uprooted
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Book Brief
464
Novel • Fiction
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Romance•
Fairy Tale & FolklorePolnya • Medieval Fantasy World
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Love•
Power & Greed2015
YA
15-18 years
960L
Super Short Summary
Uprooted by Naomi Novik follows seventeen-year-old Agnieszka, who is unexpectedly chosen by the Dragon, a local wizard, to serve him due to her hidden magical abilities. As she learns magic, she faces threats from demonic entities in the woods, rescues her friend Kasia, and becomes involved in a complex struggle to save her village and kingdom from dark forces corrupting the forest.
Fantastical
Mysterious
Adventurous
Emotional
Bittersweet
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Uprooted by Naomi Novik is celebrated for its rich world-building, compelling characters, and unique twist on fairy-tale conventions. Readers praise its lyrical prose and immersive storytelling. Some criticism centers on pacing issues and a perceived lack of depth in character relationships. Overall, it is a highly engaging and imaginative fantasy novel.
Who Should Read Uprooted?
Readers who enjoy Uprooted by Naomi Novik are typically fans of richly woven fantasy with folklore elements, complex world-building, and strong, nuanced characters. Comparable titles include The Name of the Wind by Patrick Rothfuss and The Bear and the Nightingale by Katherine Arden. These readers appreciate captivating storytelling and magical realism.
270,259 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
464
Novel • Fiction
•
Romance•
Fairy Tale & FolklorePolnya • Medieval Fantasy World
•
Love•
Power & Greed2015
YA
15-18 years
960L
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