57 pages • 1 hour read
Leigh BardugoKing of Scars
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2019A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
In Leigh Bardugo's King of Scars, King Nikolai Lantsov, General Zoya Nazyalensky, and Ravkan spy Nina Zenik confront their inner demons and navigate the political, social, and personal challenges following a civil war, exploring themes of faith and self-acceptance. The novel's complex narrative shifts perspectives among key characters to reveal interconnected quests, secrets, and transformations. The book includes depictions of trauma, self-harm, war, and loss.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
King of Scars by Leigh Bardugo is lauded for its rich world-building and complex characters, particularly Nikolai. The narrative intertwines political intrigue and dark magic, appealing to fantasy enthusiasts. However, some critics find the pacing slow and the plot occasionally convoluted. Overall, it's a compelling read for fans of the Grishaverse.
Who Should Read King of Scars?
Readers who enjoyed Six of Crows or Sarah J. Maas's Throne of Glass series will find King of Scars captivating. It's perfect for fans of dark fantasy, intricate world-building, and morally complex characters. Bardugo's blend of political intrigue and magic will appeal to those who appreciate richly detailed narratives.