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Middlegame (Alchemical Journeys, #1)

Seanan McGuire
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Middlegame (Alchemical Journeys, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2019

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Seanan McGuire

Middlegame (Alchemical Journeys, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2019
Book Details
Pages

492

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Various US Locations • Contemporary

Publication Year

2019

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Middlegame by Seanan McGuire, readers follow Roger and Dodger, two individuals created by an alchemist to embody the living embodiment of language and mathematics. As they discover their unique abilities, they must navigate their extraordinary connection and confront the dangers posed by their creator's ambitions.

Reviews & Readership

4.2

33,398 ratings

75%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Middlegame by Seanan McGuire has been praised for its inventive storytelling, complex characters, and masterful blending of genres. Critics appreciate the book's gripping narrative and unique premise, though some find the pacing uneven and the intricate plot challenging to follow. Overall, it is lauded for its originality and depth, with minor criticisms on execution.

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Who Should Read Middlegame (Alchemical Journeys, #1)?

Readers who savor a blend of fantasy, science fiction, and intricate narratives will enjoy Middlegame by Seanan McGuire. Fans of the complex character development in V.E. Schwab's A Darker Shade of Magic and the intellectual puzzles of Lev Grossman's The Magicians will find this book particularly gripping.

4.2

33,398 ratings

75%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Fun Facts

Middlegame by Seanan McGuire includes the unique characters Roger and Dodger, who were actually named after a play on words referencing "Roger Dodger," a common phrase in aviation and military communications.

The novel was a finalist for the 2020 Hugo Award for Best Novel, showcasing its critical acclaim and McGuire's ability to weave complex and engaging narratives.

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Seanan McGuire is known for blending elements of fantasy and science fiction, and Middlegame reflects her unique style by integrating alchemical themes and exploring concepts of duality and power.

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Book Details
Pages

492

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Various US Locations • Contemporary

Publication Year

2019

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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