Cruel Crown
Cruel Crown
Fiction | Short Story | YA | Published in 2016
Book Brief
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Short Story • Fiction
Nortan Region • Fantasy World
2016
YA
13-18 years
Super Short Summary
Cruel Crown by Victoria Aveyard is a compilation of two prequel novellas from the Red Queen series. "Queen Song" follows Coriane as she navigates court life, and "Steel Scars" focuses on Farley's mission within the Scarlet Guard. These stories provide insight into the backgrounds of the key characters and the world they inhabit.
Dark
Mysterious
Suspenseful
Emotional
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Cruel Crown by Victoria Aveyard is praised for its immersive storytelling and expansion of the Red Queen universe. Readers appreciate the detailed backstories and character development. However, some find the pacing uneven and desire more depth in certain plot areas. Overall, it offers a captivating glimpse into the series' world, appealing mostly to existing fans.
Who Should Read Cruel Crown?
Readers who enjoy Cruel Crown by Victoria Aveyard typically appreciate dystopian fantasy with strong, complex female protagonists. Fans of The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins and Divergent by Veronica Roth might find this collection engaging, as it offers a blend of political intrigue and survival themes.
41,492 ratings
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Short Story • Fiction
Nortan Region • Fantasy World
2016
YA
13-18 years
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