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Ombria in Shadow

Patricia A. McKillip
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Ombria in Shadow

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2003

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Patricia A. McKillip

Ombria in Shadow

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2003
Book Details
Pages

298

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Fairy Tale & Folklore

Fantasy

Science Fiction
Setting

Ombria • Fantasy World

Publication Year

2003

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

14+ years

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Super Short Summary

Ombria in Shadow by Patricia A. McKillip explores a magical and mysterious city controlled by a malevolent sorceress. As Ombria teeters on the brink of darkness, a cast of characters, including a young prince, a shapeshifting entity, and others, must navigate political intrigue and magical forces to uncover the secrets of their world and confront looming threats.

Mysterious

Fantastical

Melancholic

Dark

Bittersweet

Reviews & Readership

4.3

5,326 ratings

73%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Patricia A. McKillip's Ombria in Shadow enchants with lyrical prose and a richly woven fantasy world. Critics laud its atmospheric setting and intricate plot, highlighting the depth of its characters and imaginative storytelling. However, some suggest its complex narrative may be challenging for newcomers to the genre. Overall, it's a captivating, though occasionally demanding, read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Ombria in Shadow?

A reader who enjoys Ombria in Shadow by Patricia A. McKillip likely appreciates lyrical prose, intricate fantasy worlds, and character-driven stories. Similar to fans of Le Guin's A Wizard of Earthsea or Gaiman's Stardust, they revel in blending myth and magic with compelling narratives.

4.3

5,326 ratings

73%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

298

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Fairy Tale & Folklore

Fantasy

Science Fiction
Setting

Ombria • Fantasy World

Publication Year

2003

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

14+ years

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