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Powerless
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– Unabridged
A New York Times bestseller!
This sparkling edition includes a special case stamping, bonus content, and a teaser to book two in this heart-pounding series!
Perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas, this young adult fantasy follows the forbidden romance between a powerful prince and an ordinary girl as they try to survive their kingdom’s grueling laws pitting them against each other.
She is the very thing he’s spent his whole life hunting.
He is the very thing she’s spent her whole life pretending to be.
Only the extraordinary belong in the kingdom of Ilya—the exceptional, the empowered, the Elites. The powers these Elites have possessed for decades were graciously gifted to them by the Plague, though not all were fortunate enough to both survive the sickness and reap the reward. Those born Ordinary are just that—ordinary. And when the king decreed that all Ordinaries be banished to preserve his Elite society, lacking an ability suddenly became a crime—making Paedyn Gray a felon by fate and a thief by necessity.
Surviving in the slums as an Ordinary is no simple task, and Paedyn knows this better than most. Having been trained by her father to be keenly observant since she was a child, Paedyn poses as a Psychic in the crowded city, blending in with the Elites as best she can to stay alive and out of trouble…easier said than done.
When Paeydn unsuspectingly saves one of Ilya’s princes, she finds herself thrown into the Purging Trials. The brutal competition exists to showcase the Elites’ powers—the very thing Paedyn lacks. If the Trials and the opponents within them don’t kill her, the prince she’s fighting feelings for certainly will if he discovers what she is…completely Ordinary.
- Listening Length17 hours and 28 minutes
- Audible release dateNovember 7, 2023
- LanguageEnglish
- ASINB0C74V2X87
- VersionUnabridged
- Program TypeAudiobook
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Product details
Listening Length | 17 hours and 28 minutes |
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Author | Lauren Roberts |
Narrator | Chase Brown, Cecily Bednar Schmidt |
Whispersync for Voice | Ready |
Audible.com Release Date | November 07, 2023 |
Publisher | Simon & Schuster Audio |
Program Type | Audiobook |
Version | Unabridged |
Language | English |
ASIN | B0C74V2X87 |
Best Sellers Rank | #100 in Audible Books & Originals (See Top 100 in Audible Books & Originals) #1 in Dark Fantasy for Teens #1 in Teen Fiction on Racism & Discrimination #4 in Teen & Young Adult Dark Fantasy |
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Customers find the magic unique and amazing. They also describe the emotional tone as intense and emotional. Readers praise the writing quality as well-written, full of detail, and wonderful. They find the storyline intriguing, exciting, and perfect. However, some feel the book lacks originality. Opinions are mixed on the pacing, with some finding it captivating and consistent, while others say it's slow in the beginning. Reader opinions are mixed also on engagement, with others finding it tasteful and banter-filled, while still others find it anxiety-inducing and beyond infuriating.
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Customers find the storyline engaging with plenty of twists. They also say the tension and obsessiveness is perfection. Readers describe the book as a fun fantasy romance with danger and intrigue. They say the dynamic is perfect and there is no lust or disgusting thoughts or feelings.
"...Kai’s shields come down was quite entertaining and this storyline was a GREAT time! Kitt might lowkey be my favorite character...." Read more
"...All 28 of her freckles 😮💨 There are plenty of twists and turns. That love triangle 🔺️ had me on the edge of my seat 🫣 and the ending shattered me!!..." Read more
"...much FEELING, and the best thing about it…there was no lust or disgusting thoughts/feelings, it was all adorable and sweet and swoony…I cannot..." Read more
"...Beyond that there are high stakes, romance, family drama, brothers who are one another’s best friends, and the tragedy that comes from doing what you..." Read more
Customers find the writing quality of the book well-written, poetic, bold, and breathtaking. They also say it's an addictive, unputdownable read with suspense that keeps the story moving at a good pace. Readers say the author is super talented and the book is full of detail, witty banter, and lovable characters.
"...to The Hunger Games, but Lauren Roberts does such a wonderful job making it her own and creating an interesting and exciting setting that brought..." Read more
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Customers find the characters in the book complex and amazing.
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"...deliveries and internal thoughts, he is seriously one of the worst main male characters I’ve ever read about...." Read more
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"...Pleasantly surprised by the bind this book had me in, I enjoyed every bit of the grief, tension, and dark themes created to enhance the character..." Read more
"...said by Kai, he is arrogant, cocky but still so fierce, intense, full of feelings...." Read more
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Customers find the magic in the book unique and top tier. They also mention the banter and tropes.
"Great debut. Intricate characters, unique fantasy landscape and magic, super romantic sloooow burn. Was not able to put it down." Read more
"...It has Hunger Games vibes, but she tells a unique and exciting story...." Read more
"...The banter, the tropes it features were just top tier without in my opinion being just like every other YA fantasy featuring those tropes...." Read more
"...This book builds you up then tears you down. It has magic, power, love, compassion, fighting, bickering, teasing, trust, betrayal and so much more!..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the engagement. Some find the banter, fighting, bickering, teasing, trust, betrayal, and vibes perfect. They also say the characters are flirty and charismatic. However, other customers find the book boring, overwhelming, and confusing.
"...I loved the flirty, playful banter the most. There was so much tension, longing and lots of pining. I got swept away in this fantasy romance...." Read more
"...It was so hard to get into. I thought it was a little childish in the beginning and a lot of the details didn’t make sense...." Read more
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"...I loved the back and forth banter between Kai and Paedyn. All the tension and obsessiveness was perfection...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the pacing. Some mention it's captivating, entertaining, and hooked from the beginning. Others say it'd be better if it was a little faster in the beginning, but it'll pick up.
"...√ Fast-paced action - made the pacing seem quick to me which I prefer√ Banter - the chemistry 👩🍳💋Cons:–..." Read more
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"...I thought the characters were likeable and that their development was really good.I love Paedyn. She wasn't an annoying FMC for me...." Read more
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Customers find the book lacking in originality, childish, and 90% plagiarism. They also say the details didn't make sense.
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"...The world it was set in was very captivating and unique, and you could tell the effort Lauren roberts put into all the abilities...." Read more
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What a surprise this was.
Powerless follows Paedyn Gray, whom is a thief and Ordinary (has no powers in a world where this is standard). Her father died by the King’s orders when she was young and she has grown up since with a shield of survival and anger. When Pardyn helps a man dying at the hands of a power silencer (self-explanatory) in the streets of the slums, she later finds out it was the King’s son she saved.
Thrust into the kingdoms annual Trials due to her show of bravery and strength, Paedyn must use her survival skills and unexpected connections with the King’s sons, Kai and Kitt, to make it out alive.
Pleasantly surprised by the bind this book had me in, I enjoyed every bit of the grief, tension, and dark themes created to enhance the character development of this story. It is heavily character driven, so please know that before diving in, in case that is not your style of writing. It is veryyyyy similar to The Hunger Games, but Lauren Roberts does such a wonderful job making it her own and creating an interesting and exciting setting that brought the book to life. Kai and Kitt were tremendous MMCs. Kai had an equally traumatic childhood and they trauma bonded throughout the book, leading him to care about her in a way he hadn’t been able to do with others before. Watching Kai’s shields come down was quite entertaining and this storyline was a GREAT time! Kitt might lowkey be my favorite character. I feel like he will have a lot of growing to do in Reckless, and I am so excited to watch his development as a character.
The areas of opportunity for the book were in the small grammatical errors (so the editing) and the world building. I wanted more from the world. While the characters had me in a chokehold, the setting felt like a bit of an afterthought. That being said, I gave it 4.75 stars for a reason - Lauren, this debut was magnificent and it can only get better from here so I am really looking forward to continuing on in this world. This is a series I will reread again.
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I felt very Hunger Games meets The Serpent and the Wings of Night vibes from the beginning, but don't be fooled, this is a masterpiece all in it's own!!
This is a book is truly designed for those who crave a true romantic fantasy, it encompasses every element that I love with a few more that I didn't even realize I needed! As a devout fan of the forbidden love trope, this one hit all the right notes. Paedyn and Kai were utterly captivating, I couldn't get enough of their interactions. The tension and banter were not only fulfilling but also entertaining! There is the perfect combination of action, tension, romance and intrigue to keep the reader hooked the entire way through.
Paedyn, as the leading female character, was a force to be reckoned with. Her storyline will have you on her side from the very beginning, she is courageous, tenacious and has a heart of gold! She embodied a refreshing and fun character, and I can't wait to see the twists and turns that this series has in store for her. Kai is intriguing and incredibly charming, his interactions with Pae allowed the reader to feel their palpable chemistry. His own intriguing backstory only adds to the excitement, and I'm eagerly anticipating more of his character's development. We also get to meet a host of side characters, some who I really hope are a larger part of the next part in this series!
This book is a must-read for anyone enamored with romantasy! It seamlessly weaves together all of the essential elements while still feeling fresh and unique in it’s own way!
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