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Midnight Crossroad

Charlaine Harris
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Midnight Crossroad

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2014

Book Brief

Charlaine Harris

Midnight Crossroad

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2014
Book Details
Pages

384

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Midnight, Texas • Contemporary

Publication Year

2014

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Midnight Crossroad by Charlaine Harris follows Manfred Bernardo, a 22-year-old phone psychic who moves to the small, mysterious town of Midnight, Texas, where he discovers the peculiar inhabitants are also hiding secrets. As he integrates into the community, he becomes entangled in a murder investigation when the body of Bobo Winthrop's missing girlfriend, Aubrey, is found. The novel weaves character development with a suspenseful murder mystery, revealing hidden truths about Midnight's residents. The book includes themes of violence and xenophobia.

Mysterious

Suspenseful

Dark

Gritty

Reviews & Readership

4.0

46,706 ratings

66%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Midnight Crossroad by Charlaine Harris offers an engaging blend of mystery and supernatural elements, winning readers over with its unique setting and quirky characters. While the novel's pacing and plot twists have been praised, some critics feel the character development lacks depth. Overall, it's a promising start to the series with room for growth.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Midnight Crossroad?

Readers who enjoy Midnight Crossroad by Charlaine Harris are typically fans of supernatural mysteries and small-town settings. They appreciate complex, multi-dimensional characters and enjoy works like True Blood and The Dresden Files. Lovers of suspense, intrigue, and a hint of fantasy will find this novel captivating.

4.0

46,706 ratings

66%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

384

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Midnight, Texas • Contemporary

Publication Year

2014

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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