58 pages 1 hour read

Marissa Meyer

Heartless

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2016

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Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

Marissa Meyer's Heartless is praised for its imaginative retelling of the Queen of Hearts' origin, complete with vivid prose and engaging world-building. Readers enjoyed its whimsical yet dark atmosphere. However, some criticized its predictable plot and felt the character development was lacking. Overall, it's a compelling read for fairy tale aficionados. MLA

Who should read this

Who Should Read Heartless?

Readers who relish reimagined fairy tales and strong, complex female protagonists will enjoy Heartless by Marissa Meyer. Fans of Gregory Maguire’s Wicked or Meyer's own Lunar Chronicles will appreciate this lush, prequel-like exploration of Wonderland’s infamous Queen of Hearts. Ideal for YA fantasy enthusiasts seeking a dark, romantic twist.

Recommended

Reading Age

14+years

Lexile Level

780L

Book Details

Genre
Fantasy
Romance
Fairy Tale / Folklore
Topics
Class
Grief / Death
Love / Sexuality
Themes
Emotions/Behavior: Grief
Emotions/Behavior: Love
Emotions/Behavior: Revenge