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The Darkest Night (Lords of the Underworld, #1)

Gena Showalter
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The Darkest Night (Lords of the Underworld, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2008

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Gena Showalter

The Darkest Night (Lords of the Underworld, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2008
Book Details
Pages

379

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Budapest, Hungary • Contemporary

Publication Year

2008

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Darkest Night by Gena Showalter follows a person named Maddox, belonging to a group of immortal warriors cursed with hosting demonic entities. Maddox struggles to combat his inner demon of Violence, while embarking on a transformative journey of conflict, love, and redemption, interwoven with destiny and ancient myths.

Reviews & Readership

4.2

88,006 ratings

74%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Gena Showalter's The Darkest Night has garnered praise for its compelling blend of romance and supernatural elements, creating an engaging plot and well-developed characters. Critics appreciate the emotional depth and thrilling action, though some note pacing issues and predictability in the storyline. Overall, the novel is seen as an entertaining read for fans of paranormal romance.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Darkest Night (Lords of the Underworld, #1)?

A reader who would enjoy The Darkest Night by Gena Showalter likely appreciates romantic fantasy with a dark edge, featuring complex characters and intense emotions. Fans of J.R. Ward's Black Dagger Brotherhood series or Kresley Cole's Immortals After Dark series will find similar themes and narrative styles appealing.

4.2

88,006 ratings

74%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

379

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Budapest, Hungary • Contemporary

Publication Year

2008

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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