The Lost Sun
The Lost Sun
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
United States • Contemporary
2015
YA
14-18 years
Super Short Summary
The Lost Sun by Tessa Gratton is the first book in the United States of Asgard series. It follows person-first characters as they embark on a journey through an alternate Norse-inspired world where gods and mythic creatures exist. The story involves themes of identity, destiny, and the interplay between humans and divinities.
Mysterious
Fantastical
Adventurous
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Lost Sun by Tessa Gratton captivates readers with its unique Norse-inspired world and strong character development. Praised for its imaginative plot and emotional depth, the novel offers a fresh take on mythology. Some critics note a slow narrative pace, yet the compelling themes of identity and destiny make it an engaging read.
Who Should Read The Lost Sun?
Fans of myth-infused adventures like Percy Jackson & The Olympians and The Kane Chronicles would enjoy The Lost Sun. Readers captivated by ancient mythologies reimagined in contemporary settings will appreciate the novel's Norse-inspired world and character-driven narrative.
2,162 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
The Lost Sun is the first book in Tessa Gratton's United States of Asgard series, which blends Norse mythology with a modern-day American setting.
Tessa Gratton has been inspired by her childhood love of Norse myths and how they can be applied to contemporary themes, infusing the narrative of The Lost Sun with mythical references throughout.
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The book features illustrations by Vi Dang, which complement Gratton's unique world-building by visually representing key scenes and elements of Norse mythology within the story.
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Novel • Fiction
United States • Contemporary
2015
YA
14-18 years
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