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The Madman's Daughter (The Madman's Daughter, #1)

Megan Shepherd
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The Madman's Daughter (The Madman's Daughter, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2013

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Megan Shepherd

The Madman's Daughter (The Madman's Daughter, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2013
Book Details
Pages

420

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Island • 1890s

Publication Year

2013

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

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Super Short Summary

The Madman's Daughter by Megan Shepherd follows Juliet Moreau, an individual trying to uncover the truth about her father's gruesome experiments on a mysterious island. Amidst discovering her father's secrets, Juliet confronts her own dark legacy and faces moral dilemmas. This gothic thriller explores themes of science, ethics, and identity.

Reviews & Readership

3.9

25,404 ratings

61%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

14%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Madman's Daughter by Megan Shepherd offers a dark, thrilling narrative with strong gothic elements. Readers commend its captivating plot and atmospheric setting. However, some find the pacing uneven and the character development lacking. Overall, it's appreciated for its intriguing concept but recognized for areas needing refinement.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Madman's Daughter (The Madman's Daughter, #1)?

Readers who enjoy dark, gothic-themed novels with strong female protagonists will be captivated by The Madman's Daughter by Megan Shepherd. Similar to Frankenstein and Jane Eyre, this book appeals to fans of historical fiction, science fiction, and suspense, particularly those intrigued by moral dilemmas and twisted family dynamics.

3.9

25,404 ratings

61%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

14%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

420

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Island • 1890s

Publication Year

2013

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

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