Red Queen is a captivating read, perfect for fans of fantasy and dystopian genres. The unique concept of dividing society based on blood color is intriguing, and the addition of supernatural powers makes it even more interesting. The book is fast-paced and full of political intrigue, with twists and turns that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Aveyard's writing is lush and vivid, bringing the world of Silver royalty to life in a way that feels both magical and dangerous. Overall, Red Queen is a thrilling start to an addictive series that is sure to leave readers hungry for more.

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• Buxtehuder Bulle (2015)
• South Carolina Book Award for Young Adult (2017)
• California Young Readers Medal for Young Adult (2017)
• Lincoln Award (2017)
• Truman Readers Award (2018)
• Goodreads Choice Award for Debut Goodreads Author, and Nominee for Young Adult Fantasy & Science Fiction (2015)

Mare Barrow’s world is divided by blood—those with red and those with silver. Mare and her family are lowly Reds, destined to serve the Silver elite whose supernatural abilities make them nearly gods. Mare steals what she can to help her family survive, but a twist of fate leads her to the royal palace itself where, in front of the king and all his nobles, she discovers an ability she didn’t know she had. Except . . . her blood is Red.To hide this impossibility, the king forces her into the role of a lost Silver princess and betroths her to one of his own sons. As Mare is drawn further into the Silver world, her actions put into motion a deadly and violent dance, pitting prince against prince and Mare against her own heart.From debut author Victoria Aveyard comes a lush, vivid fantasy series where loyalty and desire can tear you apart and the only certainty is betrayal.