Red Queen

Name: Red Queen
ISBN: 9781410486691

by Victoria Aveyard

In a world divided by blood, common Reds serve powerful Silvers with supernatural abilities. When 17-year-old Mare Barrow, a Red, unexpectedly displays Silver-like powers, she's forced into a royal de

About This Book

Victoria Aveyard's "Red Queen" is a gripping young adult dystopian fantasy that introduces readers to a society rigidly divided by blood: the ordinary Reds and the supernaturally gifted Silvers. Seventeen-year-old Mare Barrow, a Red, discovers she possesses an impossible power, forcing her into the Silver world as a fabricated princess. This debut novel masterfully blends political intrigue, a compelling love triangle, and a burgeoning rebellion, exploring themes of social injustice, identity, and the corrupting nature of power. Parents should be aware of significant violence, including war, executions, and intense combat scenes, as well as themes of betrayal and manipulation. It's an action-packed series starter that will appeal to fans of "The Hunger Games" and "Divergent."

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Violence

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Character Death

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Discussion Prompts

How does the division between Reds and Silvers reflect real-world social inequalities?

Mare is forced to lie about her identity. When is it justified to lie, and when is it not?

Discuss the different forms of power shown in the book: physical abilities, political power, and the power of information.

What motivates Maven's actions, and how does his jealousy compare to Mare's initial jealousy of Gisa?

How do the characters in the Scarlet Guard exemplify bravery and loyalty, even in the face of extreme danger?

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