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Court of Fives

Kate Elliott
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Court of Fives

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2015

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Kate Elliott

Court of Fives

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2015
Book Details
Pages

448

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Efea • Fantasy World

Publication Year

2015

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

850L

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Super Short Summary

Court of Fives by Kate Elliott follows a young woman named Jessamy who navigates a rigid society divided by class and race. As she secretly trains for the competition known as the Fives, Jessamy grapples with family loyalty and personal ambitions. Her journey is set in a world where social and political tensions test her at every turn.

Adventurous

Fantastical

Emotional

Suspenseful

Gritty

Reviews & Readership

4.0

8,973 ratings

64%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Court of Fives by Kate Elliott is celebrated for its rich world-building and engaging plot, drawing readers into a blend of fantasy and adventure. The protagonist's strong, relatable character adds depth. Some critiques mention a predictable plot and underdeveloped secondary characters. Overall, it provides an exciting, albeit familiar, journey within a well-crafted setting.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Court of Fives?

Fans of The Hunger Games and Red Queen will enjoy Court of Fives by Kate Elliott. This reader loves thrilling adventure, strong heroines, and intricate worlds with social stratification and political intrigue, appealing to those drawn to stories of resilience and rebellion in oppressive societies.

4.0

8,973 ratings

64%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

448

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Efea • Fantasy World

Publication Year

2015

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

850L

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