The Runaway King (The Ascendance Trilogy, #2)
by Jennifer A. Nielsen
The Runaway King by Jennifer A. Nielsen holds a highly rated rating of 4.23 out of 5, based on 24K reader ratings. First published in 2013. The book spans 331 pages.
About The Runaway King
The thrilling sequel to Jennifer A. Nielsen's blockbuster NEW YORK TIMES bestseller THE FALSE PRINCE -- now in paperback!A kingdom teetering on the brink of destruction. A king gone missing. Who will survive? Just weeks after Jaron has taken the throne, an assassination attempt forces him into a deadly situation. Rumors of a coming war are winding their way between the castle walls, and Jaron feels the pressure quietly mounting within Carthya. Soon, it becomes clear that deserting the kingdom may be his only hope of saving it. But the further Jaron is forced to run from his identity, the more he wonders if it is possible to go too far. Will he ever be able to return home again? Or will he have to sacrifice his own life in order to save his kingdom? The stunning second installment of The Ascendance Trilogy takes readers on a roller coaster ride of treason and murder, thrills and peril, as they journey with the Runaway King.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Jennifer A. Nielsen |
| Published | 2013 |
| Pages | 331 |
| Genres | Fantasy, Young Adult, Fiction, Romance, Historical Fiction |
| Average Rating | 4.23 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 24,032 |
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What genre is The Runaway King?
The Runaway King is categorized as Fantasy, Young Adult, Fiction, Romance. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is The Runaway King worth reading?
Based on 24K reader ratings, The Runaway King has an average score of 4.23 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is The Runaway King?
The Runaway King has 331 pages.
Who wrote The Runaway King?
The Runaway King was written by Jennifer A. Nielsen. It was first published in 2013.
What is the ISBN for The Runaway King?
The ISBN-13 for The Runaway King is 9780545284160.0.
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