Gilded Cage
Gilded Cage
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Alternate Britain • Contemporary
2017
YA
16-18 years
Super Short Summary
Gilded Cage by Vic James is a dystopian novel set in a world where an aristocratic class wields magical powers while commoners—who lack these abilities—are forced into ten years of servitude. The narrative follows individuals as they navigate this stratified society, exploring themes of power, freedom, and resistance within a highly controlled environment.
Dark
Mysterious
Suspenseful
Gritty
Challenging
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Gilded Cage by Vic James presents a compelling dystopian world where magic and inequality coexist. Readers appreciate its rich world-building and complex characters. Some criticize the pacing and the development of certain plotlines as uneven. Overall, it's a gripping narrative with strong themes of power and rebellion, though it may not align with all pacing preferences.
Who Should Read Gilded Cage?
A reader who enjoys Gilded Cage by Vic James likely favors dark, dystopian fantasy with political intrigue and social commentary. Fans of The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins and Red Queen by Victoria Aveyard would appreciate its exploration of power and inequality in a richly imagined world.
10,749 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
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Gilded Cage is the first book in Vic James's Dark Gifts trilogy, which explores a world where magical aristocrats rule over commoners who must serve a decade of slavery known as the "ten-year."
Vic James was inspired to write Gilded Cage by historical events and locations, particularly the stark contrasts in social class and privilege that she witnessed while attending university in Oxford.
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The series combines elements of dystopian fiction with themes from historical events, which the author has skillfully woven into a fantasy setting, making the book an exciting genre blend.
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Novel • Fiction
Alternate Britain • Contemporary
2017
YA
16-18 years
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