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The Great and Secret Show (Book of the Art #1)

Clive Barker
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The Great and Secret Show (Book of the Art #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1999

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Clive Barker

The Great and Secret Show (Book of the Art #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1999
Book Details
Pages

658

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

California • 1980s

Publication Year

1999

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Clive Barker's The Great and Secret Show follows individuals who discover an alternate realm through the power of dreams and their subsequent battle over its control. Spanning from small-town America to a cosmic scale, the story explores themes of power, transformation, and the intertwining of dreams and reality.

Reviews & Readership

4.3

31,513 ratings

75%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Clive Barker's The Great and Secret Show impresses with its imaginative and intricate world-building, captivating many readers with its blend of horror and fantasy. However, some find the narrative overly complex and the pacing uneven. Still, Barker's mastery in creating vivid, supernatural realms remains a highlight. Overall, it's a compelling, if occasionally challenging, read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Great and Secret Show (Book of the Art #1)?

A reader who would enjoy The Great and Secret Show by Clive Barker likely revels in dark fantasy and horror with intricate, interwoven narratives. Fans of Neil Gaiman's American Gods or Stephen King's The Stand will appreciate its blend of supernatural elements and deep, existential exploration.

4.3

31,513 ratings

75%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

658

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

California • 1980s

Publication Year

1999

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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