Romantasy · Young adult
Reckless
The second book of the Powerless series. In a kingdom where those with powers rule over everyone else, a young woman who has no power but a lot of nerve is drawn further into court politics and danger.
Facts last checked 2026-10-16
- First published
- 2024
- Pace
- Fast
- Length
- Long
- Pages
- 383
- Format
- Book 2 of 3 in The Powerless Trilogy
Read this if you want to continue a quick YA romantasy with trials, banter and a slow love story.
Skip this if you have not read Powerless, which sets up the entire situation.
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Quick answers about Reckless
- What is Reckless about?
- The second book of the Powerless series. In a kingdom where those with powers rule over everyone else, a young woman who has no power but a lot of nerve is drawn further into court politics and danger.
- Who should read Reckless?
- Read it if you want to continue a quick YA romantasy with trials, banter and a slow love story. Skip it if you have not read Powerless, which sets up the entire situation.
- How long and how fast is Reckless?
- It is a fast-paced, long read of about 383 pages, first published in 2024.
- Does Reckless have content warnings?
- Content we flag: Violence, Death.
- Can I borrow Reckless for free?
- Often, yes. Check Libby (OverDrive) to see whether your library lends Reckless; the borrow button above searches it for you.
- What should I read after Reckless?
- Readers who liked it often move on to Powerless, Red Queen, An Ember in the Ashes.
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