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The Van Alen Legacy

Melissa de la Cruz
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The Van Alen Legacy

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2009

Book Brief

Melissa de la Cruz

The Van Alen Legacy

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2009
Book Details
Pages

384

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New York City • Contemporary

Publication Year

2009

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

13-18 years

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Super Short Summary

In The Van Alen Legacy, the narrative follows vampire Schuyler Van Alen as she continues her quest to solve the mysterious killings of ancient vampires, returning to New York upon learning she's being hunted by a Silver Blood vampire. The story also tracks her nemesis Mimi Force and her friend Bliss Llewellyn as their intertwined fates push Schuyler closer to uncovering her family's hidden legacy. The book contains themes related to violence and supernatural occurrences.

Mysterious

Dark

Romantic

Adventurous

Suspenseful

Reviews & Readership

4.3

67,536 ratings

68%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The fourth installment in Melissa de la Cruz's series, The Van Alen Legacy, earns praise for its engaging storyline and character development. Critics appreciate the plot twists and rich New York City setting. However, some note the pacing can be uneven and certain subplots underdeveloped. Overall, it remains a captivating read for fans of urban fantasy.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Van Alen Legacy?

Readers who revel in supernatural intrigue, romance, and complex social dynamics, akin to those in Richelle Mead's Vampire Academy series, will enjoy Melissa de la Cruz's The Van Alen Legacy. Fans of dark fantasy with a blend of historical elements and youthful protagonists will find this novel particularly appealing.

4.3

67,536 ratings

68%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

384

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New York City • Contemporary

Publication Year

2009

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

13-18 years

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