Copyright Date:
2020
Edition Date:
2016
Release Date:
10/13/20
Pages:
222 pages
ISBN:
Publisher: 1-250-77405-5 Perma-Bound: 0-7804-8387-1
ISBN 13:
Publisher: 978-1-250-77405-7 Perma-Bound: 978-0-7804-8387-3
Dewey:
Fic
Dimensions:
21 cm.
Language:
English
Reviews:
School Library Journal
Gr 8 Up-She loves fiercely and kills with little remorse; her iron grip over the Lunar people is equal parts impressive and terrifying. Queen Levana from "The Lunar Chronicles'" (Feiwel & Friends) is more than a beautiful villain. In this prequel, Meyer explains how she went from lonely, shy second daughter to the most feared and relentless woman in the universe. Levana grew up in the shadow of her distant mother, Queen Jannali, and her vengeful older sister, Princess Channary. After the murder of their parents, Channary takes the crown and produces an heir, Selene. Having permanently assumed a glamour, or altered physical appearance, after a childhood "accident" caused by Channary resulted in a severe disfigurement, Levana coerces a widowed palace guard to marry her, bringing his young daughter Winter to the palace. Her older sister's unexpected death catapults Levana to the position of Queen Regentbut that isn't enough for the ambitious, entitled protagonist. Meyer successfully sketches in some humanity to Levana's actions. At times, her raw loneliness invokes short-lived sympathy, such as when Levana clings to a dented pendant given to her by her husband. Even if readers despise her, it is worth reading this interim background novel to gain insight into Levana's complex character. VERDICT Thorough world-building and fascinating character development will thrill fans and entice new readers. Amanda C. Buschmann, Atascocita Middle School, Humble, TX
Word Count:
46,597
Reading Level:
6.0
Interest Level:
7-12
Accelerated Reader:
reading level: 6.0
/ points: 7.0
/ quiz: 171844
/ grade: Middle Grades+
Reading Counts!:
reading level:5.6 /
points:13.0 /
quiz:Q65434
Lexile:
860L
Guided Reading Level:
N
Prepare to see the New York Times -bestselling series like you've never seen it before, now with new cover art! A standalone prequel to the #1 New York Times- and USA Today- Bestselling Lunar Chronicles series by Marissa Meyer! Find out what made the evil space queen from the beloved series so wicked. "An interesting mash up of fairy tales and science fiction . . . a cross between Cinderella, Terminator , and Star Wars." -- Entertainment Weekly "Prince Charming among the cyborgs." -- The Wall Street Journal Mirror, mirror, on the wall. Who is the Fairest of them all? Pure evil has a name, hides behind a mask of deceit, and uses her "glamour" to gain power. But who is Queen Levana? Long before she crossed paths with Cinder, Scarlet, and Cress in The Lunar Chronicles, Levana lived a very different story--a story that has never been told . . . until now. New York Times -bestselling author Marissa Meyer reveals the story behind her fascinating villain in Fairest , an unforgettable tale about love and war, deceit and death. This extraordinary book includes a special full-color image of Levana's castle and an excerpt from Winter , the exciting conclusion to The Lunar Chronicles. Don't miss these other books from #1 New York Times - and USA Today -Bestselling author Marissa Meyer: The Lunar Chronicles: Cinder Scarlet Cress Winter Stars Above Fairest The Lunar Chronicles Coloring Book Wires and Nerve: Vol. 1 Wires and Nerve: Vol. 2 Renegades: Renegades: Book One Archenemies: Book Two Supernova: Book Three Heartless
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