58 pages • 1 hour read
Holly BlackThe Queen of Nothing
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2019A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
The Queen of Nothing by Holly Black follows mortal Jude Duarte as she returns to the Faerie realm to solve a critical riddle and save both the king and the land she loves. The book explores themes of power, gender, love, and the desire for belonging. Jude navigates complex relationships, political intrigue, and personal challenges in a mythological and contemporary universe, concluding the series with transformative revelations and lasting bonds. The book includes violence and themes of betrayal and manipulation.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Holly Black's The Queen of Nothing captures readers with its fast-paced plot and unexpected twists, concluding the Folk of the Air trilogy. Positive insights praise its vivid world-building and strong character arcs. Some negative feedback notes rushed endings and unresolved subplots, but overall, it remains a satisfying and engaging read for fans of the series.
Who Should Read The Queen of Nothing?
A reader who would enjoy The Queen of Nothing by Holly Black is typically fond of dark fantasy, intricate political intrigue, and complex character relationships. Fans of Sarah J. Maas's A Court of Thorns and Roses series or Leigh Bardugo's Shadow and Bone trilogy will find similar elements of suspense and fantasy world-building.
RecommendedReading Age
14-18yearsBook Details
Fantasy
Romance
Fairy Tale / Folklore
Values/Ideas: Power & Greed
Emotions/Behavior: Conflict
Emotions/Behavior: Forgiveness
Gender / Feminism
Leadership/Organization/Management
Relationships