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Shadow's Edge (Night Angel, #2)

Brent Weeks
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Shadow's Edge (Night Angel, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2008

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Brent Weeks

Shadow's Edge (Night Angel, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2008
Book Details
Pages

636

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Midcyru • Medieval Fantasy World

Publication Year

2008

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Shadow's Edge by Brent Weeks follows a young person who is a deadly assassin navigating a world of political intrigue, moral dilemmas, and personal growth. As they face new challenges and seek redemption, they must confront their past and make tough choices impacting many lives.

Reviews & Readership

4.4

111,908 ratings

84%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Shadow's Edge by Brent Weeks offers compelling character development and a richly woven plot, making it a page-turner for fantasy enthusiasts. The book's dark themes may not appeal to all readers, and some find its pacing uneven at times. Overall, it solidifies Weeks' reputation for intricate world-building and engaging storytelling.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Shadow's Edge (Night Angel, #2)?

A reader who enjoys fast-paced fantasy with intricate world-building, moral complexity, and rich character development would be captivated by Brent Weeks' Shadow's Edge. Fans of George R.R. Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire series or Brandon Sanderson's Mistborn trilogy will find similar engrossing themes and immersive narratives.

4.4

111,908 ratings

84%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

636

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Midcyru • Medieval Fantasy World

Publication Year

2008

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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