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Elin HilderbrandSwan Song
Elin HilderbrandFiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2024A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Book Brief
380
Novel • Fiction
Nantucket, Massachusetts • Contemporary
2024
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Swan Song by Robert R. McCammon follows survivors of a nuclear apocalypse as they navigate a devastated world. Central to the story are a young girl with the power to heal, a former wrestler, and other individuals who confront both external threats and their own internal struggles while searching for hope and renewal.
Emotional
Bittersweet
Romantic
Melancholic
Heartwarming
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Swan Song by Robert R. McCammon captivates with its richly detailed post-apocalyptic world and compelling character arcs. While praised for its epic scope and emotional depth, some critics find it derivative of classic genre works and overly lengthy. Overall, readers appreciate its blend of horror and hope, making it a standout in dystopian literature.
Who Should Read Swan Song?
Fans of post-apocalyptic fiction with a penchant for epic storytelling will revel in Robert R. McCammon's Swan Song. Comparable to Stephen King's The Stand, this novel weaves intricate character arcs with a battle of good vs. evil, appealing to those who enjoy richly detailed narratives and high-stakes drama.
82,905 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
380
Novel • Fiction
Nantucket, Massachusetts • Contemporary
2024
Adult
18+ years
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