Questions About Throne of Glass (Throne of Glass, #1)

by Sarah J. Maas (Goodreads Author)

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I've heard that this book wasn't very good, but I've also heard that the second book is Amazing. Is this series Worth Reading at all?

Dorian I didn't enjoy any of the books in this series, and the second book definitely isn't any better than the first. It only really serves to make Celaena …moreI didn't enjoy any of the books in this series, and the second book definitely isn't any better than the first. It only really serves to make Celaena even more "special", trying to strongarm readers into admiring her when there's not really a lot to care about.

There are no spoilers below; they're all mentioned in the blurb of Book 1.

Celaena is too over-the-top powerful and special, her skills are mentioned but barely ever shown or proven, the narration boasts and boasts that "she's awesome, really!" but all the reader ever gets to see is her whining, her petty revenge and non-stop "witty" banter. Almost every word of dialogue she gets to spout is annoying and cringey.

In the first book, people are constantly turning up dead. (But don't get too excited, 90% of the deaths happen behind the scenes and are only mentioned in passing.) While all this is happening, Celaena finds a random bag of sweets in her room, and she decides to eat them. But she's like the smartest person ever. That's why she eats it even though it could have been poisoned, because she's so clever and it's totally not the dumbest thing to do.

If Celaena meets a female character, she puts them down because she's not like other girls. She's better than other girls! If other girls so much as LOOK at anybody Celaena fancies, then they're stupid, corrupt liars. If they're Celaena's friend, then they're marginally better off, and the narration shows them a LITTLE bit of respect. This isn't a series to read if you're looking for strong friendships among women who support each other.

I honestly think this series is among the worst I've ever read. The writing is clumsy and sloppy, the set-up is half-baked, and half the deaths happen offscreen, at least in the first book.

EDIT: I decided to come back and make my answer even more comprehensive, because there was a lot I left out the first time.(less)

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Do you think this book is appropriate for 6th graders... 11 & 12 year olds?

Chelsey Westergard The first book was pretty clean, although "dark". I couldn't finish the 5th book though. It took a big turn and had some pretty descriptive sex scenes…moreThe first book was pretty clean, although "dark". I couldn't finish the 5th book though. It took a big turn and had some pretty descriptive sex scenes. It didn't need all that garbage, so I didn't finish the series. This book also makes light of lying, stealing, killing, and cheating. It almost promotes them as good qualities. The story was interesting so I kept reading but shouldn't have. Definitely not a feel good book.(less)

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How do you pronounce Chaol's name? I kept switching back and forth in my mind between 'Coal' and 'Kay-ol' like chaos and kale lol?

Forest I was wondering the same thing, and I came across this pronunciation guide from the author.
http://sarahjmaas.com/extras/throne-o...…moreI was wondering the same thing, and I came across this pronunciation guide from the author.
http://sarahjmaas.com/extras/throne-o...(less)

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what is the order to read them?

Rees The best order to read them is chronologically (when they were released):
1. Throne of Glass
2. Crown of Midnight
3. The Assassin's Blade
4. Heir of Fire
5…moreThe best order to read them is chronologically (when they were released):
1. Throne of Glass
2. Crown of Midnight
3. The Assassin's Blade
4. Heir of Fire
5. Queen of Shadows.

However, reading The Assassin's Blade before you even read Throne of Glass will help to keep you up to date on Celaena's life, and reading it before Throne of Glass or after Crown of Midnight would be your two best bets.(less)

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