The girl in the tower
a novel
Readers rate it 4.3 (318 on Hardcover)
362 pages · Released 2018
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LGBTQ+ themes
Substance use
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A note for parents
The Girl in the Tower is a richly atmospheric historical fantasy set in medieval Russia that follows a young woman defying social expectations to use her magical gifts. The story involves a siege and combat, along with emotional intensity and some dark themes, but violence is not graphically depicted. The book rewards courage, agency, and compassion, and offers historical and cultural depth, making it best suited for mature teens who appreciate character-driven fantasy.
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From the publisher
"The magical adventure begun in The Bear and the Nightingale continues as brave Vasya, now a young woman, is forced to choose between marriage or life in a convent and instead flees her home--but soon finds herself called upon to help defend the city of Moscow when it comes under siege"-- "The magical adventure begun in The Bear and the Nightingale continues as brave Vasya, now a young woman, is forced to choose between marriage or life in a convent and instead flees her home--but soon finds herself called upon to help defend the city of Moscow when it comes under siege"--
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- Good and evil
- Magic
- Spirits
- Young women
- Villages
- Fiction
- Fiction, fantasy, general
- Loveable Characters
- Not Diverse Characters
- Strong Character Development
- A mix driven
- Diverse Characters
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ISBN 9781101885963