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The Winner's Curse

Marie Rutkoski
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The Winner's Curse

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2014

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Marie Rutkoski

The Winner's Curse

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2014
Book Details
Pages

355

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Herran • Fantasy World

Publication Year

2014

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

680L

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Super Short Summary

In The Winner's Curse by Marie Rutkoski, a young woman from a ruling class unexpectedly acquires a fascinating slave with a hidden agenda. Set in a world of political intrigue and societal expectations, the story explores themes of freedom, power, and the consequences of choice in a conflicted land.

Romantic

Suspenseful

Emotional

Mysterious

Challenging

Reviews & Readership

4.1

115,775 ratings

72%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Winner's Curse by Marie Rutkoski is praised for its intricate plot and rich world-building, captivating readers with a blend of romance and strategy. Rutkoski's prose is noted for its elegance. However, some critiques mention predictable plot twists and uneven pacing. Overall, the novel is appreciated for its compelling characters and thought-provoking themes of power and choice.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Winner's Curse?

A reader who enjoys The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins or A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas will likely appreciate The Winner's Curse by Marie Rutkoski, with its blend of political intrigue, romance, and ethical dilemmas in a richly developed fantasy world.

4.1

115,775 ratings

72%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

355

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Herran • Fantasy World

Publication Year

2014

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

680L

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