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Vampire Mountain (Cirque Du Freak, #4)

Darren Shan
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Vampire Mountain (Cirque Du Freak, #4)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2004

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Darren Shan

Vampire Mountain (Cirque Du Freak, #4)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2004
Book Details
Pages

208

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

<em>Vampire Mountain< • em> • Contemporary

Publication Year

2004

Recommended Reading Age

12-16 years

Lexile Level

790L

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Super Short Summary

Vampire Mountain by Darren Shan follows a young half-vampire named Darren Shan as he embarks on a perilous journey to Vampire Mountain, accompanied by his mentor and friends. They seek to present Darren to the vampire princes, facing treacherous terrain and dangerous creatures along the way. This installment is part of the Cirque du Freak series.

Reviews & Readership

4.4

36,246 ratings

77%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Vampire Mountain by Darren Shan receives mixed reviews. Positively, readers appreciate its fast pace and engaging plot, which deepen the series' lore. However, some critique its predictability and lack of character development. Overall, fans of the saga will likely enjoy, but it may not entice new readers.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Vampire Mountain (Cirque Du Freak, #4)?

Fans of dark fantasy and horror, particularly teenagers and young adults, who enjoy suspenseful, character-driven narratives will find Vampire Mountain by Darren Shan captivating. Readers who appreciate the eerie world-building of J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter series and the thrilling gothic atmosphere of Stephenie Meyer's Twilight saga will also be drawn to this book.

4.4

36,246 ratings

77%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

208

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

<em>Vampire Mountain< • em> • Contemporary

Publication Year

2004

Recommended Reading Age

12-16 years

Lexile Level

790L

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