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Traci Chee

A Thousand Steps into Night

Traci CheeFiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2022

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Traci Chee

A Thousand Steps into Night

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2022
Book Details
Pages

373

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Japanese-inspired fantasy world • Historical

Publication Year

2022

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

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Super Short Summary

In A Thousand Steps into Night by Traci Chee, 17-year-old Miuko embarks on an epic journey to lift a demonic curse after being cast out of her village for her unnatural transformation. With the help of a magpie spirit and various gods, she battles malevolent entities, navigates a treacherous path, confronts sinister demons, and grapples with the tension between her humanity and monstrous nature. This novel contains descriptions of physical assault and abuse.

Adventurous

Fantastical

Emotional

Suspenseful

Romantic

Reviews & Readership

4.1

5,913 ratings

66%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Reviews for A Thousand Steps into Night by Traci Chee praise its vibrant world-building and engaging, nuanced protagonist. The novel's blend of fantasy and adventure is captivating, though some criticize the pacing and complexity of subplots. Overall, it's a highly imaginative story that successfully explores themes of self-discovery and empowerment.

Who should read this

Who Should Read A Thousand Steps into Night?

Readers who delight in vibrant fantasy realms and strong female protagonists will enjoy A Thousand Steps into Night by Traci Chee. Fans of Spirited Away and Cinder by Marissa Meyer will appreciate its richly woven world and elements of magical transformation and adventure.

4.1

5,913 ratings

66%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

373

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Japanese-inspired fantasy world • Historical

Publication Year

2022

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

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