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A Blade So Black

L.L. McKinney
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A Blade So Black

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2018

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L.L. McKinney

A Blade So Black

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2018
Book Details
Pages

384

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Atlanta, Georgia • Contemporary

Publication Year

2018

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

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Super Short Summary

A Blade So Black by L.L. McKinney follows a young woman navigating Atlanta and a vibrant fantasy realm inspired by Alice in Wonderland. Equipped with her skills and determination, she must balance her everyday life with her responsibilities as a warrior fighting nightmarish creatures, bridging two worlds.

Adventurous

Fantastical

Exciting

Humorous

Reviews & Readership

4.0

9,393 ratings

64%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

A Blade So Black by L.L. McKinney offers an adventurous twist on the Alice in Wonderland tale, praised for its diverse representation and action-packed narrative. The protagonist's relatable struggles and witty humor engage readers. However, some critiques mention pacing issues and underdeveloped secondary characters. Overall, it crafts a compelling and fresh story.

Who should read this

Who Should Read A Blade So Black?

Readers who enjoy A Blade So Black by L.L. McKinney likely appreciate reimagined fairy tales, urban fantasy, and strong, relatable protagonists. Fans of Lewis Carroll’s Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland and Angie Thomas’ The Hate U Give will find this blend of adventure, social commentary, and diverse characters appealing.

4.0

9,393 ratings

64%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

384

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Atlanta, Georgia • Contemporary

Publication Year

2018

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

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