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The Faceless Ones (Skulduggery Pleasant, #3)

Derek Landy
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The Faceless Ones (Skulduggery Pleasant, #3)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2009

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Derek Landy

The Faceless Ones (Skulduggery Pleasant, #3)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2009
Book Details
Pages

395

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Dublin, Ireland • Contemporary

Publication Year

2009

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

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Super Short Summary

The Faceless Ones by Derek Landy features Skulduggery Pleasant and Valkyrie Cain, who are investigating the murders of teleporters. They uncover a sinister plot involving ancient beings called the Faceless Ones. Working against time and formidable enemies, they strive to stop the return of these malevolent entities and prevent catastrophe.

Reviews & Readership

4.6

31,884 ratings

88%

Loved it

10%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Reviews for Derek Landy's The Faceless Ones highlight its engaging plot and humorous dialogue, affirming its appeal to both young and mature readers. Praised for vivid action and character depth, it also faces criticism for pacing issues and complex lore. Overall, it's a thrilling read with minor shortcomings in execution.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Faceless Ones (Skulduggery Pleasant, #3)?

Fans of fast-paced, supernatural mysteries will relish Derek Landy's The Faceless Ones. Readers who enjoy series like Rick Riordan's Percy Jackson & the Olympians or Eoin Colfer's Artemis Fowl will appreciate the blend of humor, action, and magical elements in this gripping installment of the Skulduggery Pleasant series.

4.6

31,884 ratings

88%

Loved it

10%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

395

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Dublin, Ireland • Contemporary

Publication Year

2009

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

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