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The Sandman, Vol 2: The Doll's House

Neil Gaiman
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The Sandman, Vol 2: The Doll's House

Fiction | Graphic Novel/Book | Adult | Published in 1990

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Neil Gaiman

The Sandman, Vol 2: The Doll's House

Fiction | Graphic Novel/Book | Adult | Published in 1990
Book Details
Format

Graphic Novel/Book • Fiction

Setting

Multiple Locations • Contemporary

Publication Year

1990

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Sandman, Vol 2: The Doll's House follows a person named Rose Walker as they search for their missing brother. Along the way, Rose encounters various characters while unraveling mysteries involving dreams and realities. Interwoven stories, including "Men of Good Fortune" and "Collectors," deepen the narrative. The book is created by Neil Gaiman, highlighting themes of family and destiny.

Reviews & Readership

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Neil Gaiman's The Sandman, Vol 2: The Doll's House is widely praised for its rich storytelling, captivating characters, and intricate plotting. However, some readers find the narrative pacing uneven at times. Overall, it’s hailed as a dark, imaginative, and richly layered continuation that deepens the world introduced in the first volume.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Sandman, Vol 2: The Doll's House?

A reader who would enjoy The Sandman, Vol 2: The Doll's House by Neil Gaiman typically embraces dark fantasy and gothic fiction with complex narratives. Fans of Alan Moore's Watchmen or Clive Barker's Books of Blood would likely appreciate its intricate storytelling, rich mythology, and mature themes.

Book Details
Format

Graphic Novel/Book • Fiction

Setting

Multiple Locations • Contemporary

Publication Year

1990

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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