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A Kiss of Shadows (Merry Gentry, #1)

Laurell K. Hamilton
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A Kiss of Shadows (Merry Gentry, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006

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Laurell K. Hamilton

A Kiss of Shadows (Merry Gentry, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006
Book Details
Pages

480

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Los Angeles, California • Contemporary

Publication Year

2006

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Laurell K. Hamilton's novel, A Kiss of Shadows, follows Meredith "Merry" Gentry, a faerie princess who works as a private investigator. Merry navigates a dangerous and magical world filled with political intrigue and supernatural threats, as she endeavors to uncover the truth and protect her life.

Reviews & Readership

4.3

63,788 ratings

73%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

A Kiss of Shadows by Laurell K. Hamilton receives mixed reviews for its blend of fantasy and erotic elements. Positive feedback highlights the imaginative world-building and strong protagonist, while criticisms focus on its complex plot and explicit content, which may not appeal to all readers. Overall, it is praised for its originality but noted for its niche appeal.

Who should read this

Who Should Read A Kiss of Shadows (Merry Gentry, #1)?

A reader who enjoys A Kiss of Shadows by Laurell K. Hamilton typically revels in urban fantasy with a strong, sensual heroine and intricate supernatural politics. Fans of The Dresden Files by Jim Butcher and Anita Blake: Vampire Hunter series, also by Hamilton, will find this series equally captivating for its blend of mystery, magic, and romance.

4.3

63,788 ratings

73%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

480

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Los Angeles, California • Contemporary

Publication Year

2006

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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