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Clariel: The Lost Abhorsen (Old Kingdom Book 4)

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Young Adult

by Garth Nix

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4.40 (3.4K ratings)
calendar_today 2003
description 416 pages

Clariel: The Lost Abhorsen by Garth Nix holds a highly rated rating of 4.40 out of 5, based on 3.4K reader ratings. First published in 2003. The book spans 416 pages.

About Clariel: The Lost Abhorsen

4th in the Abhorsen series. Sixteen-year-old Clariel is not adjusting well to her new life in the city of Belisaere, the capital of the Old Kingdom. She misses roaming freely within the forests of Estwael, and she feels trapped within the stone city walls. And in Belisaere she is forced to follow the plans, plots and demands of everyone, from her parents to her maid, to the sinister Guildmaster Kilp. Clariel can see her freedom slipping away. It seems too that the city itself is descending into chaos, as the ancient rules binding Abhorsen, King and Clayr appear to be disintegrating.

With the discovery of a dangerous Free Magic creature loose in the city, Clariel is given the chance both to prove her worth and make her escape. But events spin rapidly out of control. Clariel finds herself more trapped than ever, until help comes from an unlikely source. But the help comes at a terrible cost. Clariel must question the motivations and secret hearts of everyone around her - and it is herself she must question most of all.

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Author Garth Nix
Published 2003
Pages 416
Kindle Price $10.99
Genres Young Adult
Average Rating 4.40 / 5.00
Total Ratings 3,402

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

4.4
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3.4K ratings
With a rating of 4.40, Clariel: The Lost Abhorsen is rated above the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 4.54, it performs below the genre benchmark.

How It Compares

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Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is Clariel: The Lost Abhorsen?

Clariel: The Lost Abhorsen is categorized as Young Adult. Its primary genre classification is Young Adult.

Is Clariel: The Lost Abhorsen worth reading?

Based on 3.4K reader ratings, Clariel: The Lost Abhorsen has an average score of 4.40 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."

How many pages is Clariel: The Lost Abhorsen?

Clariel: The Lost Abhorsen has 416 pages.

Who wrote Clariel: The Lost Abhorsen?

Clariel: The Lost Abhorsen was written by Garth Nix. It was first published in 2003.

What is the ISBN for Clariel: The Lost Abhorsen?

The ISBN-13 for Clariel: The Lost Abhorsen is 9780061561573.

How much does Clariel: The Lost Abhorsen cost on Kindle?

Clariel: The Lost Abhorsen is available on Kindle for $10.99. Pricing may vary by region and promotional offers.

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