A Shadow in Summer
A Shadow in Summer
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
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Science FictionSaraykeht • Fantasy World
2006
Adult
16-18 years
Super Short Summary
A Shadow in Summer by Daniel Abraham follows individuals in a world where poets control powerful entities called andats. The story explores themes of power, loyalty, and intrigue as characters navigate political machinations and personal relationships, set against the backdrop of a city poised on the brink of change. The novel is the first in the Long Price Quartet series.
Mysterious
Fantastical
Contemplative
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
A Shadow in Summer by Daniel Abraham is praised for its intricate world-building and rich character development, offering a fresh take on the fantasy genre. Critics commend its thoughtful exploration of power and politics. However, some note its slow pacing may not appeal to everyone. Overall, it's appreciated for its depth and originality in storytelling.
Who Should Read A Shadow in Summer?
Fans of intricate world-building and political intrigue, akin to readers of Robin Hobb’s Assassin’s Apprentice or George R.R. Martin’s A Game of Thrones, will find intrigue in Abraham’s A Shadow in Summer, with its unique magic system and rich character dynamics that appeal to those who enjoy thoughtful, character-driven fantasy.
14,152 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
A Shadow in Summer is the first book in the Long Price Quartet series by Daniel Abraham, which delves into a world where poets command creatures known as andats to perform tasks beyond ordinary human abilities.
Daniel Abraham, one of the authors behind the pen name James S.A. Corey of the Expanse series, uses his rich world-building skills to craft an intricate economic and cultural landscape in A Shadow in Summer.
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The novel explores themes of power and freedom, with a unique magic system that revolves around capturing and binding abstract ideas into physical forms called andats.
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336
Novel • Fiction
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Science FictionSaraykeht • Fantasy World
2006
Adult
16-18 years
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