Book Review + Summary: The False Prince by Jennifer A. Nielsen

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The False Prince by Jennifer A. Neilsen

Hey, everyone! Thanks for stopping by. I'm Paige, and today we'll be diving into my honest (but brief) review of "The False Prince" by Jennifer A. Nielsen. Before we begin, I want to let you know that this post will be quick and fairly spoiler-free, only covering information revealed in the first ten-ish chapters. So, let's get started!

Summary of the book/Teaser:

"The False Prince" takes place in the fictional land of Carthya, nestled between Avenia and Britain. The story revolves around the royal family of Carthya, particularly King Eckbert, Queen Erin, and their two sons, Prince Darious and Prince Jaron. However, tragedy strikes when the royal family meet a devastating fate one by one, leaving the throne without a rightful heir. 

Enter Sage, the intriguing protagonist with a mysterious past, who finds himself part of more than what he bargained for. Adopted by a man named Connor, Sage becomes part of a daring scheme. He and three other boys are trained to impersonate the long-lost Prince Jaron, with the aim of thwarting a power-hungry regent. But secrets, hidden motives, and the possibility of the real Prince Jaron's existence make this story a thrilling roller coaster. Prepare for mind-bending twists and turns as you delve into "The False Prince" by Jennifer A. Nielsen.

My thoughts + Statistics:

Now, let's discuss my thoughts on the book. Overall, I found "The False Prince" to be a captivating read, filled with adventure and intrigue. The author skillfully weaves a tale that kept me engaged throughout. I would have given it five stars, but there's one aspect that I didn’t quite enjoy- the plot twist. 

I won’t give it away, but I felt that it introduced some plot holes and left me slightly disappointed. However, despite this minor setback, "The False Prince" is still a noteworthy read that I would recommend. Let's take a look at some statistics to provide further insight.

Official Lexile Level: 710 L

Interested Grade Range: I’d say about 4th grade to 6th grade, but 7th and 8th grade readers might enjoy it, too. 

Series Status: This book is the first in the Ascendance Trilogy. Book two is The Runaway King (710 L) and book three is The Captive Kingdom (740 L).

Content: Zero romance whatsoever

Genre: Fiction, bordering on fantasy, but technically it’s not

Conclusion:

That’s why I settled on a four-star rating for this book. While I've come across better reads, I found this novel to be riveting. It's a perfect choice for readers who want adventure and mystery.

I sincerely hope you enjoyed reading this review and that it provided you with valuable info. Stay tuned for my next post, coming your way in approximately a week! I would be thrilled to have you join me again. Until then, happy reading!

Paige, signing off.



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