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The Heart Forger (The Bone Witch, #2)

Rin Chupeco
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The Heart Forger (The Bone Witch, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2018

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Rin Chupeco

The Heart Forger (The Bone Witch, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2018
Book Details
Pages

503

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

The Eight Kingdoms • Medieval Fantasy World

Publication Year

2018

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

HL760L

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Super Short Summary

The Heart Forger by Rin Chupeco follows Tea, a bone witch who uses dark magic, on her journey to master her powers and combat forces threatening her world. As she unravels political intrigues and personal betrayals, Tea's path intertwines with allies and foes in a richly developed fantasy realm.

Reviews & Readership

4.5

22,707 ratings

84%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Rin Chupeco's The Heart Forger captivates with its richly detailed world-building and complex characters. Reviewers praise its gripping plot and strong female protagonist. Some note it can be slow-paced and occasionally convoluted. Overall, it's a compelling sequel that successfully expands on its predecessor's universe.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Heart Forger (The Bone Witch, #2)?

A reader who would enjoy Rin Chupeco's The Heart Forger likely appreciates dark fantasy, rich world-building, and strong, complex female protagonists. Fans of Leigh Bardugo's Shadow and Bone or Sarah J. Maas's Throne of Glass series might find this book compelling, as it shares a blend of magic, intrigue, and character-driven plots.

4.5

22,707 ratings

84%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Fun Facts

Rin Chupeco, the author of The Heart Forger, draws inspiration from their Filipino heritage and diverse Asian mythologies to build the intricate world within the series.

The book showcases a unique narrative style by alternating between past and present timelines, adding depth to the storytelling and character development.

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The Heart Forger explores complex themes of power, loyalty, and identity, continuing the intricate world-building and character arcs established in The Bone Witch.

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Book Details
Pages

503

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

The Eight Kingdoms • Medieval Fantasy World

Publication Year

2018

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

HL760L

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