The Magician King (The Magicians, #2)
by Lev Grossman
The Magician King by Lev Grossman holds a well received rating of 3.90 out of 5, based on 52.1K reader ratings. First published in 2011. The book spans 400 pages.
About The Magician King
Return to Fillory in the riveting sequel to The New York Times bestseller and literary phenomenon of 2009--The Magicians.The Magicians was praised as a triumph by readers and critics of both mainstream and fantasy literature. Now Grossman takes us back to Fillory, where the Brakebills graduates have fled the sorrows of the mundane world, only to face terrifying new challenges.Quentin and his friends are now the kings and queens of Fillory, but the days and nights of royal luxury are starting to pall. After a morning hunt takes a sinister turn, Quentin and his old friend Julia charter a magical sailing ship and set out on an errand to the wild outer reaches of their kingdom. Their pleasure cruise becomes an adventure when the two are unceremoniously dumped back into the last place Quentin ever wants to see: his parent's house in Chesterton, Massachusetts. And only the black, twisted magic that Julia learned on the streets can save them.The Magician King is a grand voyage into the dark, glittering heart of magic, an epic quest for the Harry Potter generation. It also introduces a powerful new voice, that of Julia, whose angry genius is thrilling. Once again Grossman proves that he is the cutting edge of literary fantasy.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Lev Grossman |
| Published | 2011 |
| Pages | 400 |
| Genres | Fantasy, Fiction, Young Adult, Fiction |
| Average Rating | 3.90 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 52,061 |
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What genre is The Magician King?
The Magician King is categorized as Fantasy, Fiction, Young Adult, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is The Magician King worth reading?
Based on 52.1K reader ratings, The Magician King has an average score of 3.90 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is The Magician King?
The Magician King has 400 pages.
Who wrote The Magician King?
The Magician King was written by Lev Grossman. It was first published in 2011.
What is the ISBN for The Magician King?
The ISBN-13 for The Magician King is 9780434020800.0.
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