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Fairest

Marissa Meyer
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Fairest

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2015

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Marissa Meyer

Fairest

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2015
Book Details
Pages

272

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Luna • Futuristic Fantasy World

Publication Year

2015

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

Lexile Level

860L

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Super Short Summary

Fairest by Marissa Meyer explores the backstory of Queen Levana from the Lunar Chronicles series. The novel delves into Levana's life, examining her troubled childhood, her rise to power, and the influences that shaped her into a formidable leader. The story provides insight into her complex personality and motivations.

Dark

Mysterious

Emotional

Bittersweet

Reviews & Readership

4.2

153,199 ratings

72%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Fairest by Marissa Meyer delves into the backstory of the villain Levana from the Lunar Chronicles. Readers praise the intricate character development and gripping narrative that offers insight into Levana's complexity. However, some feel it lacks the depth of the main series and sympathizing with an antagonist may not appeal to all. Overall, it's a compelling prequel.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Fairest?

Fans of the Lunar Chronicles will enjoy Marissa Meyer's Fairest, which delves into the villainous Queen Levana's backstory. Readers who appreciated the blend of fairy tale and sci-fi in Renegades or the character-driven intrigue of The Hunger Games will find similar appeal in this prequel story.

4.2

153,199 ratings

72%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

272

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Luna • Futuristic Fantasy World

Publication Year

2015

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

Lexile Level

860L

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