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Lord of the Shadows (Cirque Du Freak, #11)

Darren Shan
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Lord of the Shadows (Cirque Du Freak, #11)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2006

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Darren Shan

Lord of the Shadows (Cirque Du Freak, #11)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2006
Book Details
Pages

220

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Modern-day Europe • Contemporary

Publication Year

2006

Recommended Reading Age

12-15 years

Lexile Level

730L

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Super Short Summary

Lord of the Shadows by Darren Shan follows a person named Darren as they navigate a world filled with dark supernatural forces. Part of the Cirque Du Freak series, it details Darren's struggle with destiny and the responsibilities that come with their unique position. This installment delves deeper into the complexities of fate and free will.

Reviews & Readership

4.5

24,243 ratings

80%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Reviews for Darren Shan's Lord of the Shadows reveal a well-paced, dark fantasy with compelling characters and intense plot twists, praised for its suspense and emotional depth. However, some readers find the violence excessive and the narrative occasionally predictable. Overall, an engaging read for series fans.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Lord of the Shadows (Cirque Du Freak, #11)?

Fans of spine-chilling fantasy and dark adventures will relish Darren Shan's Lord of the Shadows. Ideal for readers who enjoyed the eerie, supernatural elements of J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter series or the gripping horror in Stephen King’s The Shining, this book delivers a thrilling blend of suspense and the macabre.

4.5

24,243 ratings

80%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

220

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Modern-day Europe • Contemporary

Publication Year

2006

Recommended Reading Age

12-15 years

Lexile Level

730L

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