Uprooted
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2015
464
Novel • Fiction
Polnya • Medieval Fantasy World
2015
Adult
15-18 years
960L
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
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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.
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
Polnya • Medieval Fantasy World
2015
Adult
15-18 years
960L
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