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In Other Lands

by Sarah Rees Brennan · 448 pages · Published August 2017
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4.12 / 5 across 28K ratings
Spice: 🌶️ (1/5)

A sarcastic, bisexual pacifist falls through a portal into a fantasy world and tries to solve everything with diplomacy instead of swords. 448 pages of subversive delight.

Best for readers who want…

Funny. Subversive. Heartfelt.

Funny Subversive Heartfelt

Mood Match

Funny Subversive Heartfelt
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  • You want traditional epic fantasy
  • You dislike snarky, opinionated protagonists
  • You prefer dark or serious tone
  • You want fast-paced action

Content notes

Violence Bullying
Portal Fantasy
Found Family
Bisexual Protagonist
Book profile

Mood, trope, and intensity breakdown

How this book actually feels — based on mood analysis, not publisher blurbs.

Mood profile
Romance
35%
Fantasy
70%
Pacing
3/5
Darkness
1/5
Spice
1/5
Core elements
Genre
YA Fantasy
Portal Fantasy
Comedy
Moods
Funny
Subversive
Heartfelt
Key Tropes
Portal Fantasy
Found Family
Bisexual Protagonist
Ending
Satisfying
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Is In Other Lands spicy?

Sweet (1/5) — YA-appropriate romance with bisexual representation.

Who would enjoy In Other Lands?

Readers who love subversive portal fantasy with humor. Fans of The House in the Cerulean Sea or Carry On.

What kind of read is In Other Lands?

A comedic portal fantasy about a sarcastic teen who tries to bring peace to a war-loving fantasy world. 448 pages.

Is this a standalone?

Yes — completely standalone.

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📚 Last reviewed: March 2026 Guide verified against current edition
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