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Dead to the World (Sookie Stackhouse, #4)

Charlaine Harris
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Dead to the World (Sookie Stackhouse, #4)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2005

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Charlaine Harris

Dead to the World (Sookie Stackhouse, #4)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2005
Book Details
Pages

291

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Louisiana • Contemporary

Publication Year

2005

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Charlaine Harris's Dead to the World, Sookie Stackhouse, a telepathic waitress, finds herself aiding a memory-lost vampire, Eric Northman. As she navigates a tense supernatural landscape, she discovers hidden threats and unexpected alliances. This fourth installment of the Southern Vampire Mysteries series blends mystery, romance, and the paranormal.

Reviews & Readership

4.4

266,378 ratings

78%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Dead to the World by Charlaine Harris captivates readers with its suspenseful plot and charismatic characters, especially the dynamic lead. The novel's blend of supernatural elements and romance receives consistent praise, though some critics note predictable plot twists. Overall, it is well-received for its engaging narrative and vivid world-building.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Dead to the World (Sookie Stackhouse, #4)?

Fans of urban fantasy and Southern Gothic will enjoy Dead to the World by Charlaine Harris. Readers who appreciate the blend of supernatural elements, mystery, and romance found in series like Richelle Mead’s Vampire Academy or Kim Harrison’s The Hollows will find this book particularly engaging.

4.4

266,378 ratings

78%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

291

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Louisiana • Contemporary

Publication Year

2005

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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