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The Young Elites (The Young Elites, #1)

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Fantasy Young Adult Romance Fiction Science Fiction

by Marie Lu

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3.93 (60.9K ratings)
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description 355 pages

The Young Elites by Marie Lu holds a well received rating of 3.93 out of 5, based on 60.9K reader ratings. First published in 2014. The book spans 355 pages.

About The Young Elites

I am tired of being used, hurt, and cast aside.Adelina Amouteru is a survivor of the blood fever. A decade ago, the deadly illness swept through her nation. Most of the infected perished, while many of the children who survived were left with strange markings. Adelina’s black hair turned silver, her lashes went pale, and now she has only a jagged scar where her left eye once was. Her cruel father believes she is a malfetto, an abomination, ruining their family’s good name and standing in the way of their fortune. But some of the fever’s survivors are rumored to possess more than just scars—they are believed to have mysterious and powerful gifts, and though their identities remain secret, they have come to be called the Young Elites.Teren Santoro works for the king. As Leader of the Inquisition Axis, it is his job to seek out the Young Elites, to destroy them before they destroy the nation. He believes the Young Elites to be dangerous and vengeful, but it’s Teren who may possess the darkest secret of all. Enzo Valenciano is a member of the Dagger Society. This secret sect of Young Elites seeks out others like them before the Inquisition Axis can. But when the Daggers find Adelina, they discover someone with powers like they’ve never seen. Adelina wants to believe Enzo is on her side, and that Teren is the true enemy. But the lives of these three will collide in unexpected ways, as each fights a very different and personal battle. But of one thing they are all certain: Adelina has abilities that shouldn’t belong in this world. A vengeful blackness in her heart. And a desire to destroy all who dare to cross her.It is my turn to use. My turn to hurt.

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Author Marie Lu
Published 2014
Pages 355
Genres Fantasy, Young Adult, Romance, Fiction, Science Fiction
Average Rating 3.93 / 5.00
Total Ratings 60,930

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

3.9
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60.9K ratings
With a rating of 3.93, The Young Elites is rated below the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 4.06, it performs below the genre benchmark.

How It Compares

3.93
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4.06
Fantasy Average
4.17
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Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is The Young Elites?

The Young Elites is categorized as Fantasy, Young Adult, Romance, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.

Is The Young Elites worth reading?

Based on 60.9K reader ratings, The Young Elites has an average score of 3.93 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.

How many pages is The Young Elites?

The Young Elites has 355 pages.

Who wrote The Young Elites?

The Young Elites was written by Marie Lu. It was first published in 2014.

What is the ISBN for The Young Elites?

The ISBN-13 for The Young Elites is 9780399167840.0.

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