Victoria Aveyard's 'The Glass Sword' plunges readers back into the war-torn world of Mare Barrow, a Red with extraordinary Silver abilities. Following the explosive events of 'Red Queen,' Mare must now confront the consequences of her choices and the revelation of other empowered Reds like herself. On the run from King Maven and the tyrannical Silvers, Mare and the Scarlet Guard embark on a desperate quest to find and recruit other Newbloods, hoping to build an strong enough army to overthrow the oppressive Silver rule. This gripping sequel explores themes of leadership, sacrifice, and the blurred lines between good and evil, as Mare grapples with her identity and the immense burden of her power amidst a burgeoning rebellion that threatens to consume everyone.