A Reaper at the Gates by Sabaa Tahir Summary
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In Tahir's electrifying "A Reaper at the Gates," the NYT bestselling fantasy continues its heart-racing journey through multiple perspectives. What makes this Junior Library Guild selection so addictive that 78,000+ readers rated it 4.16/5 stars? Prepare for emotional devastation and political intrigue.
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Between Vengeance and Duty: A World on Fire
In a realm where ancient magic clashes with brutal imperial ambition, three souls stand at the crossroads of destiny. The Nightbringer, an immortal being consumed by thousand-year vengeance, needs just one final piece to complete the Star-an artifact that will free his imprisoned jinn brethren and unleash devastation upon humanity. Laia of Serra, once a frightened Scholar girl, now leads a revolution while grappling with shocking truths about her family's past. And Elias Veturius, former elite soldier, undergoes a transformation into something both more and less than human as the new Soul Catcher-guardian of the boundary between life and death. What makes this story so compelling is how it challenges our understanding of justice. The Nightbringer's quest for vengeance stems from legitimate historical atrocity-the genocide of his people by Scholar kings who used forbidden magic to imprison survivors for a millennium. When he tells Laia, "Your people reduced mine to dust," each word carries the weight of countless murdered children and a civilization erased from history. Yet his methods reveal how vengeance corrupts even the noblest spirit. Is retribution that creates new victims truly justice? Or just another turn in an endless cycle of violence? As these characters navigate impossible choices, they force us to question what we would sacrifice for duty, for love, for vengeance-and whether some prices are simply too high to pay.
The Nightbringer's Quest: Vengeance A Millennium in the Making
Laia's Evolution: From Seeking Family to Leading a Revolution
Elias's Sacrifice: When Humanity Meets Death
The Blood Shrike's Crucible: Honor Amid Treachery
The Fall of Antium: When Worlds Collide
Legacy and Sacrifice: What Remains When Worlds End
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"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
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